From Tehran to Memphis, Lily Afshar left a musical legacy
Classical guitarist Lily Afshar, who taught at the University of Memphis 34 years before retiring, died of cancer Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023 in Iran. She was 63. (Courtesy Archer Recording Studio)
Born in Iran but receiving much of her formal training in the U.S., she was a classical guitarist recognized across the world and spent 34 years on the University of Memphis music school’s faculty.
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Don Wade
Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.
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