Afshin Cohen is a modern classical composer and pianist whose work has resonated with audiences around the world.  Born in Iran and raised in the United States, Afshin began playing piano at an early age, showing a natural affinity for music and composition.  He pursued formal studies in composition at the University of Georgia and UCLA with a special focus on theory, ethnomusicology, and film scoring.  Today, he continues his work as a composer and audio designer in the video games industry and writes and produces music for individual and collaborative projects.

Afshin has a passion for musical storytelling and a commitment to having the arts play an integral role in community development. He believes that music is like a ladder for the soul and that when music accompanies any activity where people are gathered, it creates an atmosphere for meaningful discourses and thus a more profound appreciation for the gathering itself.