A Life Composed in Harmony

His ability to give sound to images — to make silence resonate with emotion — became his signature. By the mid-1970s, Pejman left, first for New York. There, he pursued doctoral studies at Columbia University, immersing himself in modern composition, electronic music, and contemporary forms. He worked with pioneers like Vladimir Ussachevsky and Jack Beeson, expanding his palette while holding onto his roots.

In Los Angeles, where he later settled, Pejman continued composing for films, orchestras, and ensembles. The city, with its large diaspora, became a place where he could remain connected to his homeland while also engaging with Hollywood and the Western music industry. He resisted the radical avant-garde trends of his time, choosing instead to write music that was modern yet timeless, sophisticated yet heartfelt.

September 28, 2025 | 1:31 am