Born in Tehran - Iran, Alexander (Ali) Rahbari was trained in Vienna as a pupil of Gottfried von Einem, Hans Swarowsky and Karl Österreicher. On his return to Iran, only 24 years old, he was appointed

Noticed by the legendary Herbert von Karajan, Alexander (Ali) Rahbari was invited by him to conduct the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. After this triumphal debut with the orchestra, further engagements

Alexander (Ali) Rahbari press reviews  "The young Persian is not only a spirited conductor, but has developed into a technically higly-skilled and aware orchestral director. He has personality and

Alexander (Ali) Rahbari recordings / discography Intermezzo ~Georges Bizet (Composer), et al Naxos (Audio CD) - February 28, 2000 Wagner - Overtures ~Richard Wagner (Composer), et al Naxos (Audio