“MY NAME IS GOLDA” (EP)
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“These arias hold so much of my heart.”

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Hailed as a rising young star of the opera world, award-winning soprano and Los Angeles native Golda Zahra’s angelic voice is marked by lush tones, crystal clarity, and a vocal range with an exciting high-note extension.

“When I stepped into the spotlight to sing ‘Iran-e Javan’ — my singing debut in the Persian language, I experienced a sensation that I can only describe as immense pride.”

Farhang Foundation proudly presents the official music video premiere of soprano Golda Zahra’s stunning live performance from LIGHT ALWAYS PREVAILS, recorded at UCLA’s majestic Royce Hall in Los Angeles.

Marking her Persian-language debut, Golda Zahra joins the acclaimed Iranshahr Orchestra under the baton of celebrated composer and conductor Maestro Shahab Paranj for a stirring interpretation of Iran-e Javan (“Young Iran”) — a beloved composition rooted deeply in Iran’s cultural history.

“When I stepped into the spotlight to sing ‘Iran-e Javan’ — my singing debut in the Persian language, I experienced a sensation that I can only describe as immense pride. That feeling was brought to an even higher level when I asked my fellow Iranian in the audience to join me and sing along in order to celebrate together, our mutual heritage. At once, I felt the sea of music unifying our hearts and it filled me with intense joy. Performing this glorious piece of music was an honor and a pleasure and collaborating with Farhang Foundation on behalf of Nowruz through the art of song demonstrates the ongoing need to preserve the beauty of our shared heritage. I hope you enjoy the performance.” — Golda Zahra

Golda performing the National Anthem for the Los Angeles Lakers
at the Crypto.com Arena, March 30, 2026

Grand Prize Finalist and Winner in Classical Voice, Los Angeles Music Center Spotlight Awards, 2015

First Place in the Golden Voices International Vocal Competition, Carnegie Hall,
December, 2015

Winner of the International Opera Site Auditions, presented by Associazione Culturale Cantiere all’Opera, Padova, Italy, January, 2019

  • "Rising star of the opera world."

    The Hollywood Times

  • "Spectacular, crystal-clear voice, powerful high notes - beautiful."

    The Classical Singer Magazine NYC Panel

  • "Her performance captivated the audience, taking the show to the next level of excellence."

    John Lavitt, Hollywood Times

  • "Super-star presentation, true artistry, a real voice that soars."

    The Hollywood Times

  • Most Accomplished Young Opera Singer

    Award presented by Baritone Vladimir Chernov

  • "Golda is a very fine singer, with musicianship, legato singing and vocal styling that is reminiscent of quality singers in the 1950’s and 60’s."

    Eli Villanueva, LA OPERA

  • "Truly talented."

    Jazz Legend Kenny Burrell

  • "Golda Zahra has won first place in the last edition of the International Site Auditions at the opera revealing talent and expressive strength of rare quality, unanimously convincing the commission to entrust her with her first Solo Recital."

    Mara Zampiere, Artistic Director

  • "Promising opera singer."

    L.A. Times