Cyminology is a jazz band based in Berlin with culturally and ethnically diverse influences. They primarily perform with
Persian lyrics sung by Cymin Samawatie, who has Iranian and German heritage. The lyrics are frequently influenced by
classical Persian poetry. The music of the quartet is a synthesis of contemporary
jazz, classical and other elements.[1] The band went on tour in the Middle East region in 2007[2] and the
Caucasus region in 2008[3] as representatives of the
Goethe-Institut and won the title of Best Band on the National Level of the Creole Global Music Contest in 2012.[4]
Piano,
Composer, was born in 1980 in France and raised in southern Germany. He studied Jazz at the
Berlin University of the Arts and
City College of New York. Apart from working with Cyminology for many years, he has also performed with many other Jazz ensembles live, as well as on recordings.[6]
Ralf Schwarz
Double bass, was born in 1971 in northern Germany and has collaborated with Cymin on various projects since 1993. He studied at the
University of the Arts Bremen.[7]
Ketan Bhatti
Percussion, was born in 1981 in New Delhi. He studied Jazz-Drums at the
Berlin University of the Arts. He also composes music pieces for theater performances with his brother Vivan.[8]