The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region announced that it will award Armenian-American musician, composer, and political activist Serj Tankian of the rock band System of a Down with the “People’s Champion” Award at the 2018 ANCA-WR Gala.
Galstian’s Album ‘ANDORR’ Premieres at Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Boston-based musician Samvel Galstian’s album ANDORR was released globally this month, premiering at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Artur Akshelyan: Structuring the Modern Armenian Composition
In today’s modern music, we expect to hear either some sort of strange melodic line, or a completely “mathematical” composition. Artur Akshelyan is influenced not only by the common methods of modern composition, but also by revisiting ideas from the impressionistic period, all the way back to the eras of chants.
Khachaturyan’s ‘Gayane’ Ballet to be Staged at the Bolshoi
Great music cannot stay local for long. It is, by definition, universal, and must be enjoyed by all. This is a core stance that animates the work of Maestro Constantine Orbelian
Goris Jazz Concert Celebrates Legacy of Konstantin Orbelyan
An extraordinary concert was held in the main square of Goris, Armenia, in celebration of the 90th anniversary of the birth of legendary composer, musician and conductor Konstantin Orbelyan.
Drum Prodigy Jacob Armen Announces Album Release Date and Live Show
Jacob Armen, internationally-acclaimed drum prodigy, multi-instrumentalist and drummer for Prince, has announced his return with a live concert at the Alex Theatre in Glendale.
Armenian Hospitality to Welcome Smithsonian Folklife Festival Visitors
The 2018 Smithsonian Folklife Festival will explore the creativity, hospitality and resilience of the Armenian people and its extensive diaspora.
Beyond The Call Of Duty: An interview with Constantine Orbelian
Maestro Constantine Orbelian has been on a passionate, exhilarating quest to turn the beloved institution he serves, the Yerevan Opera House, into one of the world’s premier musical centers.
System of a Down’s Malakian’s New Song is Dedicated to Armenian Genocide
System of a Down guitarist Daron Malakian is preparing to release a new album, Dictator, on July 20, with a new single called “Lives,” which is meant to commemorate the Armenian Genocide
Charles Aznavour Hospitalized in St. Petersburg
Legendary singer and songwriter Charles Aznavour, 93, was taken to the hospital after he felt unwell during a rehearsal prior to his concert in St. Petersburg