When Paniz Faryoussefi mounts the podium and reaches for her baton, she represents more than just the hope of a thrilling orchestral performance. The 42-year-old is the first female philharmonic conductor in Iran, a country where women's professional and cultural lives are still heavily restricted. Interested in licensing this video ? Get in touch 👉 http://u.afp.com/wvnD N.B.: AFP’s services and content are for professional use only