There are 2 article(s) tagged Lily Afshar:

• October 2023

  • From Tehran to Memphis, Lily Afshar left a musical legacy

    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.

    By Don Wade October 26, 2023

• February 2020

  • Nelson: ‘Music Through the Night’ host is a proud Memphian

    McQueen’s particular stamp on the program has been to include selections by “living, breathing” composers of color and women composers. He incorporates recordings by Memphis artists such as Lecolian Washington and guitarist Lily Afshar.

    By Michael Nelson February 18, 2020