You can buy this track and more of my music here: faryafaraji.bandcamp.com/album/voices-of-the-ancients-vol-ii An original composition by Farya Faraji. I wanted to write a symphonic piece in movements about the legendary battle of Carrhae, which saw one of the most catastrophic defeats in the history of Ancient Rome, fought on one side by Crassus of the Roman Republic, and on the other by the general Surena of the Parthian Empire. On that day, the two greatest states of this corner of the world met, and the memory of their battle still echoes to this day. The Roman side of the music emulates Ancient Roman music, especially in the instrumentation: most of it is historical and uses lyres, aulos and a pan flute, whilst being spruced up with modern trumpets and modern compositional methods. The Iranian side representing the Parthians uses modern Iranian instruments since the music of Ancient Iran is lost to us, and the instrumentation revolves mainly around the kemenche, the tanbour and daf drums. The lyrics are in Latin and in Parthian, the official languages of the respective warring states. Latin lyrics: Per aspera ad astra, Per ardua ad astra, Exurge Mars, Mars Ultor, Roma et Imperator, Viribus unitis, Semper fidelis! Sumus filii Lupae capitolinae! English translation (loose translation): Through hardships to the stars, Through adversity to the stars, Awake Mars, Mars the avenger, For Rome and the Imperator*, *Given the timeframe here, imperator cannot yet be translated as emperor, as it will only gain that meaning centuries later when deep into the era of Rome as an autocratic Empire. With forces united, Forever loyal! We are sons of the Capitoline Wolf! Parthian lyrics: Az mazdezn bag, Werod Shāh, Shāhān Shāh Erān, Ke chihr as yazdān, Werod Shāh, Shāhan Shāh Eran Translation: I, the Mazda-worshiping, King Orodes, King of Kings of Iran, Whose race is of the Yazatas (minor gods, or angelic-like beings depending on the wide variety of Ancient Iranian beliefs back then) King Orodes, King of Kings of Iran
Hello, I am a german student and I would love to hear an old german song like "Es führt über den Main eine Brücke von Stein". It's about a bridge that makes people dance while crossing it. It's a beautiful song ^^. Also I'm learning Greek for some months now because of your songs, thank you (:.
Truly an amazing guy and tbh he is not only skilled in composing but he is also very knowledgeable of music and languages, I hope to see Farya as a prominent hollywood composer in the future for historical movies
19:25 The moment you realize the voice trail is a reference to Crassus’s death by allegedly having molten gold poured down his throat as a punishment for his greed after losing to the Parthians. Another testament to Farya’s musical genius.
Crassus died in a confusion while he was negotiating with Surena. The molten gold thing happened allegedly (according to Cassius Dio) after his death. The guy who was executed that way (again, according to Roman sources) was emperor Valerian who also fought the Parthians
@@DiocletianLarius The fate of Valerian after Edessa is actually unknown. Some say that he was treated like a king and kept with honour, some say that he was humiliated and kept in a cage for Shapur's entertainment and some say that he was made to build bridges and infrastructure. Also, he fought the Sassanians not Parthians.
*62 years after the Battle of Carrhae* Augustus: "...And that was the story of how we lost a great amount of soldiers in Parthia" Germanicus: "Woah, grandfather. That Crassus man really messed up with the enemy, doesn't he?" Augustus: "Yeah, boy. Glad things have changed since then and our men are now much more efficent than..." Slave: "Excuse me, Caesar. But a soldier from Varus' division in Germany has brought you news. They're about something that happened in Teutoburg..."
Now I want a song about Teutoburg with an ending emulating that exact feeling of Augustus, thinking it would be a walk, having news and ending up with his head hitting the palace walls.
I can't be the only one who listens to this while imagining a Opera or a movie happening at the same time. This battle deserves way more recongnition. It's a tale about pride, greed, and the price of talent and loyalty. Crassus falls thanks to his ambition while Surena's greatest accomplishment turned out to be his ultimate downfall. It's one hell of greek tragedy...
I need someone to make a movie about Crassus with a very long scene about this Parthian campaign. Allegedly, movies needn't focus just on boring facts, but also spread an important message. Well, I think that Crassu's life is a hell of a lesson in itself
سپاس از ظریف بینی و نکته سنجی شما ،براستی در فضای فرهنگی مردمان ایران زمین جای همچین نوای دلنوازی که حاکی از احساسات اجدادمان بود خالی می نمود ،سپاس از زحماتتان و احسنت به استعداد شما!
I, The Emperor of The Han Dynasty, Emperor Zhaolie, must say that this symphony is honey for the soul. It is a delight to hear, and a privilege to be able to hear it.
@@ShahanshahShahin It is a pride of mine to have carried on the legacy of one of these three powers, even if I couldn't see it's restoration to it's full. Sadly, Parthia went not long after my death. The Third Century was a tragic century indeed.
@@liubei3058 in Iran, the parthian empire is known as the "arškânian" empire, named after the its first emperor, "aršk šâh". (š=sh, like in ship, shoe, etc) Indeed, "aršk" was parthian Iranian, but we don't refer to his empire and dynasty with his (so called) "race", because unlike the westerners, we don't really differentiate parthians and parsians(aka persians), they're both Iranian afterall. So the next dynasty that took over, was still ruling Iran, it didn't destroy and then make a new empire, only the main ruling family switched from house of aršk, to house of sâsân. Even the other 6 powerful families at the time(which basically were the elite, and did most of the governing) remained the same.
@darkHares Can you understand Khwarizmian,a dead Eastern-Iranic language that was spoken in Transoxiana, modern day territories of Uzbekistan and North Eastern Iran that was related to the Sogdian language that is now also dead. The languages closest to Khwarizmian that is still spoken today are Pashtun, Wakhi and Pamir languages of Afghanistan and Tajikistan.
6:44 This is stunning, just imagining seeing a massive legionary formation shining in the sun and looking distorted from the heat haze as they march forwards🔥
I've never heard about that battle because I'm not into Ancient History, didn't even know it was a battle, I thought it was just the name of a place or something... But this symphony alone with the titles managed to tell me the whole story of what happened in the battle, better than a documentary if you ask me.
من واقعا عاشق کار های شما شده ام اقای فرجی موسیقی هایی که شما میسازید مخصوصا در باب ایران واقعا یک حسو حال به ریشه برگشتن رو به من میده امید وارم اهورا مزدای پاک پشتیبانتان باشد تا بتونید بیشتر همچین قطعه های بی نظیری تولید کنید
22:26 In my native language there is a saying that goes "Ondo eginaren pague, ate ostean palue" (I. e., As a reward for the good deed, behind the door there waits the stick), which applies very well to poor Surena.
Man. I have wanted a Carrhae piece for so long, and what a ride this was, even for primarily repurposed lyrics and musical motifs and riffs it feels fresh and as always executed and judged to perfection. Loved some of the newer additions with charge of the cataphracts, Crassus's lament and during Surena's reward. A masterclass in bringing these historic moments to life through sound, so worth the wait
@@faryafaraji I know this would be insanely hard but could you make a series of songs about Rome or any civilization fighting each of it's enemies and then make it into one whole thing like an album?
In this video the mixture of lyrics, images, and songs between these empires was astonishing! Just look at how the wings of the Roman Golden Eagle and the wings of the Iranian Faravahar mixed. Great work by Mr. Faraji
One detail: The king of Armenia, at the time of this battle, Artavasdes II, was an ally of the Romans. He tried to help Crassus as much as he could, even allowing Cassus and his legions to pass and outflank Surena, through Armenia and neighboring regions, obtaining strategic positions for a massive invasion. But Crassus wouldn't listen to the man and... well...
Much of Zoroastrian iconography is repurposed Mesopotamian - and by extension - Assyrian iconography, but they don't represent the same things. The Assyrian lamasu for example are used in Zoroastrian temples to this day because when Assyria came under the authority of the Achaemenids, many Assyrian artisans went to work at Persepolis where the lamasu caught on. I, as a Zoroastrian, like it; there's nothing wrong with it, and I love that we're preserving that ancient Sumerian-Akkadian-Babylonian heritage.
@@Dimitrije_SukovicI see, I respect the fact that you love them and that you think that they should be preserved. I myself love Zoroastrianism, and I love the history of ancient Iran and Mesopotamia, and I want to visit one of the Zoroastrian centers to know more about their religion and practices.
@@Hsdnds The Faravahar is the personal Fravashi, spirit or pneuma of the human being. The Fravashi are the Bodiless Powers or angels of Zoroastrianism, with that the Faravahar eventually received jurisdiction over the respective human being's body. I would say that the Fravashi / Faravahar symbol is comprised of a repurposed Mesopotamian sun disk and a Persianate sage, indicating a wisdom-bearing mind; holding a covenant ring of sovereignty and pointing upwards, towards God. The Fravashi have the role of moving their assigned aspect of creation towards their existential fulfilment. Although there are many interpretations of the symbology in the Faravahar. Ahura Mazda means "The Existence-giving Lord Wisdom," it has essentially the same meaning as when Christians call Jesus the "Sophia" or Wisdom of God. Zoroastrians believe that there is a Wisdom (Mazda) that underpins all reality and binds it together, and that Wisdom is the very Being or Energy of God: Ahura Mazda.
14:58 - the song transition makes me imagine the romans trying to rush the mobile horse archers of the Parthians, all their might and courage given to the push with the morale to the highest as this is their last hope to defeat the enemy just for them to be driven off by the Cataphracts in which they are force to go back to its square formation more exhausted than before. Great work as always Farya Faraji
God the return of Surena is so tragically cheerful, I can imagine Surena with a big smile and like skipping steps just eagerly waiting to tell the good news to the Shah and then we get to the next part 😞
@@justinianthegreat1444 it was 5 times 😢and three times during Parthians Shahanshahi all in 2 century ad. To be honest and fair about history;Parthians were superior in 1 century bc ,equal in 1 century ad,weaker in 2 century ad and again equal in 3 century ad with romans.
@@justinianthegreat1444 if it was me I would tell Sepahbud Suren that we Iranians just killed and humiliated two Roman Emperors after you pured molten gold in the triumvirate mouth 😁.
@Farya Faraji. i love the way how did you combiend betwen the 2 symbols of the 2 nations parthia and rome the zorostarian symbol of aruha mazda with the latin eagle of rome what a masterpeace and the way that you respected the 2 cultures in the symphony it just let me feel the saga of the romano_persian war:)very emotional
O Parthians, your arrows steal the soul from the Romans, partisan nightmares torment the legions, give the Romans a taste of death and defeat, Eranshahr is victorious!
@@30murgh Deal with the fact that Rome only didn't end the Iranian saga because dominating the west of the Iranian empire (this is Mesopotamia and Amernia) was already economically and culturally enough. The east of the Iranian empire was just desert.
You seriously have some prodigious musical and linguistic intelligence, to consistently publish works like this in such small gaps in incredibly impressive. You capture the spirit of each culture and setting remarkably. I dare even say that it's more impressive than most Hollywood-composers; you do in days what probably takes months/years for them, and you do even a better job in my opinion. I can only imagine what you would be capable of if you were hired for a long-term project of some major work.
Wonderful music I am listening in the evening in a house near the French Alps with my cat on my lap and watching fire near the fireplace all the while thinking about the importance of fire to the Zoroastrian religion
As a fan of the Total War series, I would be delighted to see Farya's epic music in any of their games. Imagine a 'Rome III TW' (not that it is planned) with such legendary creations in the background. It would be a legendary combination.
C'est magnifique ! N'hésitez pas à écrire d'autres pièces symphoniques comme celle-ci ! Je propose une idée pour la prochaine création, une symphonie sur le siège puis a chute de Constantinople. Merci infiniment pour cette création ! Comme pour les autres !
I'm imagining how you'd do an epic symphony for Belisarius. Psalm 135 as his men march on Carthage, Polychronion to celebrate his Triumph, Theodora's Dreams for the intrigue that nearly brought him down... Eh, a man can dream. Another cracking piece here as always Farya, and the Parthian Drums are downright _badass._ Hope all's well.
Мне очень нравится ваша работа @Farya Faraji ибо эти песни мне запали в душу, каждый день слушаю их и мне не перестаёт нравиться их слушать, хотя хотелось бы больше на древнеримскую тематику и про турецкую тоже, самая первая композиция которую я у вас послушал это был "Sons of mars" Песня мне запала на душу (я так много слушал ее что я выучил её слова,просто подпевал как мог так и выучил:) ). А так желаю вам удачи в ваших начинаниях, надеюсь о вас услышать много людей!
Now this is some spicy sauce. You, sir, never disappoint I'm telling you now, this is going straight on my DnD Playlist! I'm actually doing a DnD Campaign loosely based on a Fantasy retelling of the Byzantine Sassanid War of 602-628 and have been using a lot of your music (Roman/Byzanine and Iranian Music in particular) to immerse my players into the world around them and they gush every time your stuff comes on. Your music is an absolute delight! It's nice to find a composer who's so passionate in bringing history to life in such a special, universal manner like music! From one musician to another, please keep it up with your incredible work!
I am always amazed how you take known songs, and rearrange them into symphony. Since I have heard the Alexander symphony, you are getting better and better and this is no exception. The Advance of Romans with the background drums was amazing and listening to the Parthian drums with bass boost is just breathtaking. The Charge of Cataphracts seems more like a parade tho, not as a stunning morale-breaking attack. The lament really got me, a masterpiece. Thank you for the great music ♥
Farya, in honor (or rather dishonor) of Barbarians II, I think you should compile a symphony about the battle of Teutoburg forest and Varvs' defeat and Germanicvs' victory over Arminivs later.
i don't know why i feel like this but every time i think about the battle of carhea i miss general surena like he was my brother or something its so sad the government never made a series about it
Beautiful symphony Farya another masterpiece, this was really emotional. I really love how you sang the sons of mars lyrics in this one. Continue to delight our ears and soul, you are worth very much and I thank you again. ❤️
This music makes me feel like I have reached journeys end and after many years of travel through ancient lands and culture I have returned to my home and my calling, wow!
This reminds me of your Fall of Constantinople piece. Simply brilliant. Id love to hear more of these clash of culture soundscapes for Thermopylae, Cannae, Hattin, etc.
I love the that storytelling of yours with different tones and themes. Charge of the Cataphracts is by far my most favourite song of yours, but I have to admit that much of an impact that it makes comes from previous roman theme that dominated the first part with it's Sons of Mars. You are truly the master of your craft sir and I'm gratefull that I could listen to this masterpiece.
In a world where everyone listens to reaguetón and ridiculous rap for "being fashionable", I feel privileged to have found music like this, blessed be the day I found this channel. I don't care when they tell me I don't look Argentine, it's better to be a citizen of the world.
JUST WOW... And just to let you know, there are many Serbians that truly admire how you respect our and all Eurasian ancient music culture and tradition. Maybe, what can be a good inspirational idea in the future is to reproduce, in the same manner as you usually do - THE BATTLE OF ANGORA (1402). An epic story, worthy of remembrance, about Two Mighty Sultans and One Serbian Prince. Take care!!! :)
It’s been awhile since I’ve checked into your channel! I’m absolutely blown away by these compositions! I could totally see you composing music for a movie someday! This is phenomenal!
constant war between Roman empire and Parthian empire made collapse of Mesopotamia (and later islamic conquest continued that course) this area since that time never been leader of civilizations.
@@althaf1250 what does mean center of the world, one of biggest slave importing center? do not worry I know about astronomy and mathematics.... but why it was collapsed.
درود به شما آقای فرجی هزاران درود هم وطن❤️❤️❤️دوست عزیزم میخواستم بدونی که من یک عاشق موسیقی هستم بدون که از تک تک نت هایی که نواختی در آسمان ها پرواز می کردم با آن ها به قلب رم باستان رفتم و سفر کردم. بدان عاشق موسیقی هایت هستم از ابتدا تا انتها. این هنر تو نه تنها در زمین بلکه در آسمان ها شنیده می شود. افتخار می کنم در سیاره ای زندگی می کنم که شما در آن تنفس می کنید❤️❤️❤️به کار زیبایتان همینگونه با قدرت و زیبایی ادامه دهید شما بسیار شگفت انگیز هستید ای دوست و هم وطن عزیز من👍❤️
I was Speechless, it took me a lot of time to comment something, i didn't had i still don't do the words to complement you the way i want So Imma just say Amazing and Keep up the Good Work
Respect Iran(Persia) & its culture. Indo-Persian relations are thousands of years old. The First Indo-Parthian king was Gondophares. The Parsi people in India are of Persian origin. In size they are a minority but very highly influential community. They are the backbone of the Indian economy.
@@aryanshahrgauls were much stronger than parthians lmao, surena won only beacuse he was facing a literal psycho. Even a mid tier roman commander like marcellinus or aemilianus would have annihilated the parthians that day.
