Vali was selected as composer-in-residence at the University of Toronto New Music Festival, from January 26 to February 2. Five to seven of his works are to be performed at this event: University of Toronto New Music Festival. Later this year, The Camel Bell, a commission by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, will be given its premiere on June 6.
Shemshal (Reality Music No. 3) for Singing Flute Player and Video Projection/Electronics is now available in the Lauren Keiser Music catalog.
On March 21, Apollo Chamber Players, along with percussionist Pejman Hadadi, will present the world premiere of Bandari for string quartet and percussion in a program showcasing the cultural diversity of Houston.