The Artistic Life of Elaheh
Elaheh’s career took off under the mentorship of two master musicians, Abdallah Davami and Gholamhossein Banan. At just 27, her voice caught the attention of Dawood Pirnia, and she began her association with the “Golha” program, a prestigious platform for traditional Iranian music. Her debut performance under the stage name Parichehr in the Radio Tehran Jazz Orchestra program marked the beginning of a fruitful career.
In 1955, Elaheh transitioned to using the stage name “Elaheh” and continued to make a name for herself. Her breakthrough came with the song “Rasvai Zamane”, written by Bahadur Yeganeh and composed by Homayoun Khorram. This performance solidified her reputation as one of the most talented voices of her generation. Elaheh’s collaborations with Homayoun Khorram produced several memorable works, including the evergreen song “Gone”, which remains one of her most beloved pieces.
Her voice graced the soundtracks of films and the airwaves of Iranian radio, making her a household name. A notable highlight was her rendition of “From the Blood of the Youth of the Nation Laleh Damideh,” a patriotic song composed by Arif Qazvini and arranged by Ruhollah Khaleghi for a large orchestra.
Elaheh was not confined to one genre. While her roots were firmly in traditional Iranian music, she also explored pop music, demonstrating her versatility. Her involvement with the “Golha” program for 15 years cemented her as a central figure in Iranian music, with her performances spanning over 100 episodes of the celebrated program.