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Dr. Duane Varan

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A collection of music performed by Duane Varan and his virtual AI band, "The Society Builders". The lyrics are written by Duane Varan but the voices, instruments and musical compositions are AI generated. The songs are inspired by the Bahá’í Writings. Lyrics are included in the 'description' section for each podcast (song).

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Ridvan 2026

An exploration of key themes in the Ridvan 2026 message of the Universal House of Justice to the Baha'is of the World. The song includes a number of lines directly quoting from the message. The lyrics were composed by Dr. Duane Varan but the musical composition, instruments and vocals were AI-facilitated. The lyrics are as follows: [verse] We launch into the greater phase of the PlanWith confidence, conviction and clarityUndaunted by the world’s swelling turmoilHelping chart the course for a lost humanity As community emerges - as a more conspicuous part of the PlanWith a culture of agency and support hand in handOur youth lead the charge – against a world of conflict and divideThey resist the impulse to condemn – [both] serving side by side [Chorus] [choir]We need to be swift to act – and eager to learnWith new patterns of action – new patterns to discernIt’s time for a Profound insightful conversationA shaping of actions, interactions and aspirations [verse] Hope is a scarce and precious resourceBut we have conviction for humanityWe’re ever hopeful and firm in our hopeBecause through experience we see a higher reality Our Persian believers shelter the flame of hope [Ney accent]They’re ever patient, resilient and trueAs they serve their neighbors – and help them copeCommitted to principle – in all they do [Chorus] [choir]We need to be swift to act – and eager to learnWith new patterns of action – new patterns to discernIt’s time for a Profound insightful conversationA shaping of actions, interactions and aspirations It’s time for a Profound insightful conversationA shaping of actions, interactions and aspirations [outro]

4 min
APR 11

Society Builders (in Persian)

This is a Persian version (in Farsi) of the Society Builders podcast series them song. The original lyrics are by Dr. Duane Varan with the musical composition, translation, vocals and instrumentation all AI-facilitated. Lyrics are as follows: سازندگانِ جامعه، راهو می‌کنن بازبه سوی دنیایی بهتر، به سوی فردایی ساز با همدلی و همفکری، در مسیرِ ساختنجامعه‌ای تازه و نو، با امید و پرداختن بحرانی بزرگ افتاده بر جانِ بشراز نبودِ یگانگی، دل‌ها شده در به در اکنون وقتِ راهی نو، وقتِ تغییرِ فضاستبرای ساختن فردا، جامعه‌ای که زیباست ⸻ [کورس] بیا تو این گفت‌وگوبرای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعه ⸻ [بند] با جامعه‌های محلی خودت همراه شوتو دلِ این فرصت‌ها، دنبالِ یک راه شو می‌تونیم فضا رو ببریم رو به اوجحال‌وهوای دنیا رو بسازیم مثل موج ⸻ [بند] این الگو داره عوض می‌شه، رو به پیشپر از حسِ امید و نور، پر از آرامش و خویش یه ضربِ نو، یه آهنگ، یه حسِ تازه و نابیه ریتمِ نو تو راهه، پر از انرژی و تاب ⸻ [کورس] بیا تو این گفت‌وگوبرای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعه ⸻ [بند] آیین بهائی داره حرف‌های عمیقنشون می‌ده راهی نو، روشن و دقیق با گفت‌وگو و اقدام، در مسیرِ یگانگیکه چارچوبش وحدته، راهِ همگانگی حالا وقتشه بلند شیم، قوی‌تر از همیشهتعالیم اسم اعظم، راهی که می‌اندیشه برخیزیم سوی شکوه، سوی اون سرنوشتکه در انتظار ماست، روشن و پر از بهشت ⸻ [کورس] بیا تو این گفت‌وگوبرای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعه بیا تو این گفت‌وگوبرای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعهسازندگانِ جامعه

4 min
APR 11

Constructive Resilience

Song exploring the theme of 'Constructive Resilience', a term coined by the Universal House of Justice to describe the response of the Baha'is in Iran to systematic persecution. The lyrics are composed by Dr. Duane Varan while the musical composition, vocals and instrumentation are all AI-facilitated. The lyrics to the song are as follows: No matter how bleak the immediate horizonsNo matter how dark things may seemWhile we obey our oppressor’s ruleIt is our Faith that stands supreme We neither succumb in resignationNor imitate the patterns we rejectWe walk through every storm of trialFaithful to our character, in every respect [chorus]Like the organs of a body, Each part different but alignedThrough our constructive resilience A new pattern you will find Our conscious can’t be stilled Because our destiny will be fulfilled [bridge]Constructive resilienceConstructive resilience [verse]It’s an unbroken record of serviceWith means consistent with its endsIt’s an integrity that is never shakenAs we serve our fellow friends Because no matter how dark the horizonNo matter how grim the day at handWe know our future is bright and luminousAs all will celebrate the Persian land [chorus]Like the organs of a body, Each part different but alignedThrough our constructive resilience A new pattern you will find Our conscious can’t be stilled Because our destiny will be fulfilled [bridge]Constructive resilienceConstructive resilience Constructive resilienceConstructive resilience

4 min
JAN 2

Bright Horizon's Beckon (UHJ Message of Dec 31, 2025)

This song is a reflection of the message of the Universal House of Justice to the Conference of the Continental Board of Counsellors dated December 31, 2025. The message explores progress in the first phase of the Nine Year Plan. The lyrics were composed by Dr. Duane Varan while the musical composition, voices and instruments were all AI-facilitated. The words to the song are as follows: As we lay down solid foundations - For our communitiesWith capacity building in action – for the needs of societiesTogether we learn and discover – There’s no formula to succeed It’s a habit of the mind – a culture of learning we need [Chorus]Bright horizons beckon – as new realities come into viewOur relationship with society evolves – as we build the world anewWe live with acute awareness - of the divine remedySeizing every chance to respond - as we read society [verse]We arise with a heightened spirit – building havens of peace for allRising above the world’s unabating distractions – as we arise to respond to the callIt’s a steady, patient process – where growth is organic you seeAs our friends and neighbors join us – together shaping our reality [Chorus]Bright horizons beckon – as new realities come into viewOur relationship with society evolves – as we build the world anewWe live with acute awareness - of the divine remedySeizing every chance to respond - as we read society [short musical interlude] [Chorus] [octave step up]Bright horizons beckon – as new realities come into viewOur relationship with society evolves – as we build the world anewWe live with acute awareness - of the divine remedySeizing every chance to respond - as we read society

3 min
11/23/2025

The Ascension of Abdul-Baha

Song commemorating the ascension of Abdul-Baha on November 28, 1921. The song is based on a letter from the Universal House of Justice commemorating the centenary of Abdul-Baha's passing. The lyrics were composed by Dr. Duane Varan while the musical composition, vocals and instrumentation were all AI-facilitated. The words to the song are as follows: [verse][male vocals]Thousands came – from every faith and creedPaying tribute to the man – who administered to their every needAbdul-Baha had now ascended – winging His way to His eternal homeAnd Baha’is the whole world over – suddenly felt so alone [bridge]His passing saw the setting of the Heroic age you seeHis life forms the center and the pivot for the unity of humanity [chorus][choir]His message was to join him – in service and self sacrificeBuilding the oneness of humanity – cultivating a new paradiseHis example so clearly guides us – He's a beacon for our communityHe’s the Center of the Covenant –the standard for Bahá’í identity [verse][male vocals]He’s the unerring interpreter, the embodiment of every idealNothing kept Him from His mission – no peril, obstacle or ordeal His love revived, nurtured and inspired – He’s the essence of purityIn His example we see devotion – the standard for true integrity [bridge] His wish was for all to join Him – in a path of servitudeFacing life’s test with resolution – with a new fortitude [chorus][choir]His message was to join him – in service and self sacrificeBuilding the oneness of humanity – cultivating a new paradiseHis example so clearly guides us – He's a beacon for our communityHe’s the Center of the Covenant –the standard for Bahá’í identity His example so clearly guides us – He's a beacon for our communityHe’s the Center of the Covenant –the standard for Bahá’í identity [outro]

4 min
11/19/2025

The Covenant

This is a song composed for the Day of the Covenant, celebrating Abdul-Baha'is appointment as Center of Baha'u'llah's Covenant. The Bahá’í Covenant is unique in religious history as Baha'u'llah left His believers with a clear path to turn to for guidance following His ascension, giving Abdul-Baha clear authority to interpret His Writings and guide the community. The lyrics were written by Duane Varan but the musical composition, instrumentation and vocals are AI-facilitated. The lyrics are as follows: [verse]God’s great promise - is we’ll always have His guidanceHis great Covenant - helps us grow and advanceAnd Baha’u’llah’s great gift is the Covenant He left us-Preserving unity with a clear path for guidance [Bridge]It’s light dispels the darknessIt’s the key to our unity [Chorus]Because the Covenant is the ark of salvationIt’s the greatest gift of His revelationIt’s the axis for the world of humanityIt’s the pivot for our spiritual destiny [verse]Abdul-Baha is the Center of the CovenantHe’s the interpreter of the Word, and the Expounder of the BookHe’s the mystery of God, the stainless mirror of God’s holy lightHe’s The perfect exemplar, the source of true insight [Bridge]He’s the wellspring of infinite wisdom -The embodiment of every ideal [Chorus]Because the Covenant is the ark of salvationIt’s the greatest gift of His revelationIt’s the axis for the world of humanityIt’s the pivot for our spiritual destiny [higher key]Because the Covenant is the ark of salvationIt’s the greatest gift of His revelationIt’s the axis for the world of humanityIt’s the pivot for our spiritual destiny It’s the axis for the world of humanityIt’s the pivot for our spiritual destiny

4 min
10/21/2025

The Twin Festivals

Song composed for the celebration of the birth of the Bab and the birth of Baha'u'llah, which occurred within one day of each other (two years apart) in the lunar calendar. The lyrics were composed by Duane Varan while the vocals, instruments and musical composition were facilitated using AI. Lyrics as follows: [verse] On the first and the second day, Following the moon’s eighth ray, Baháʼís the world over, celebrate the Twin Festivals We celebrate the birth of Baha’u’llah and the Bab As communities across the world rejoice. [Chorus] Rejoice! Rejoice! – As Two Luminaries rose Above the horizon of the world, their light forever glows Rejoice! Rejoice! Celebrate two births divine. Recreating the world anew - under God’s great design Rejoice! Rejoice! God’s new day is here. It’s a time to celebrate with great glee and cheer. Rejoice! Rejoice! As we’re amazed and awed “These two days are counted as one in the sight of God.” [verse] We celebrate the births divine, Twin Festivals through time entwined, Two stars from one horizon glow Releasing forces that gather and flow Now everywhere the hearts take wing, In every soul, their praises sing. Hearts awaken, spirits take flight, In worship and in service they shine so bright. [Chorus] Rejoice! Rejoice! – As Two Luminaries rose Above the horizon of the world, their light forever glows Rejoice! Rejoice! Celebrate two births divine. Recreating the world anew - under God’s great design Rejoice! Rejoice! God’s new day is here. It’s a time to celebrate with great glee and cheer. Rejoice! Rejoice! As we’re amazed and awed “These two days are counted as one in the sight of God.” Rejoice! Rejoice! As we’re amazed and awed “These two days are counted as one in the sight of God.” Note: the first two lines refer to the method used for calculating the specific date for the Twin Festivals each year. Although the Bahá’í calendar is solar, the dates for the births of these divine Manifestations and the one day separating them is based on the Islamic calendar. So to adjust the date in the Bahá’í calendar, it is calculated as the first and the second day following the 8th full moon from Naw Ruz (hence the lyrics: 'on the first and second day, following the moon's eighth ray'.

3 min
07/03/2025

The Martyrdom of the Bab

A song telling the story of the martyrdom of the Bab which is one of the key Bahá’í Holy Days. The lyrics were written by Duane Varan but the musical composition, vocals and instruments were AI-facilitated. The lyrics are as follows: When the Bab - was in His cellSharing His final words from the citadelBut the guards dragged Him awaySeven hundred fifty soldiers prepared to do the deedIt was a public execution that would proceedSo They suspended the Prisoner against a barrack wallAnd placed a young follower across his chest [chorus]The assembled masses saw the greatest miracle that's ever beenAs the bullets flew from the guns the soldiers clutchedAnd when the smoke finally cleared they were shocked to see an amazing sceneThe Bab had vanished and the youth was untouched [verse]They searched high and low trying to find the BabThey were surprised to find Him back in His cellWith His mission now complete He said they could do their deedFinishing His final guidance and His last farewellAnd so they resuspended the youth and the BabBut the soldiers now refused to do their jobSo a new regiment executed the final plan [bridge]And with His earthly mission done The Bab’s message was there for everyone [chorus]The assembled masses saw the greatest miracle that's ever beenAs the bullets flew from the guns the soldiers clutchedAnd when the smoke finally cleared they were shocked to see an amazing sceneThe Bab had vanished and the youth was untouchedThe Bab had vanished and the youth was untouched

3 min

A collection of music performed by Duane Varan and his virtual AI band, "The Society Builders". The lyrics are written by Duane Varan but the voices, instruments and musical compositions are AI generated. The songs are inspired by the Bahá’í Writings. Lyrics are included in the 'description' section for each podcast (song).

Creator

Dr. Duane Varan
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

29
Rating

Clean
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©2025 Duane Varan
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