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THE FIRST PERFORMANCE OF THE ANTHEM OF SHOUSHI SCHEDULED FOR MAY 8
Karabakh-open.info
Wednesday, 18 April 2012 11:04
The well-known composer Avetis Berberyan, Á San Francisco citizen,
has visited Artsakh lately. His regular visit aimed at recording the
anthem of Shoushi. We met him in Stepanakert and he kindly agreed to
answer our questions.
- Mr. Berberyan, do you remember your first visit to Artsakh?
- In 1989 I was among the conservatoire students who first visited
Artsakh to hold a concert here. I was then inspired to compose the
march "Live in Freedom, Karabakh", but unfortunately I did not manage
to record it.
- What aim do you pursue with your current visit to Artsakh?
- I have decided to compose the anthem of Shoushi 20 years after my
first visit to Artsakh just like the "20 Years Later" continuation
of the film "Three Musketeers". The author is Nushik Mickaelyan,
a well-known poet. The song performed by the ensemble "Vararakn"
has already been recorded and its first production will take place
on May 8.
- You were in Artsakh both during the years of the movement and after
the liberation of Karakakh. What changes have you observed during
these years?
- Much has changed. In spite of the past events, Artsakh is continually
increasing its role in our lives. Several years ago we just regarded
Artsakh tenderly while today we clearly realize that it is an integral
part of our life. I am happy about the reality of today's Artsakh with
its residences being reconstructed, and life becoming more and more
active. Our people cherish a hope and faith for their bright future,
an important circumstance to be taken into consideration.
- What is the reason for the change of your tender feelings towards
Artsakh?
- Times have changed. People's sufferings from poverty and difficulties
make us perceive the reality otherwise. We must be prudent acting with
care for the future. A lot of difficulties will have to be overcome,
yet I hope that these political changes will result in an average
citizen's confidence in the public support for his life.
From: A. Papazian
Karabakh-open.info
Wednesday, 18 April 2012 11:04
The well-known composer Avetis Berberyan, Á San Francisco citizen,
has visited Artsakh lately. His regular visit aimed at recording the
anthem of Shoushi. We met him in Stepanakert and he kindly agreed to
answer our questions.
- Mr. Berberyan, do you remember your first visit to Artsakh?
- In 1989 I was among the conservatoire students who first visited
Artsakh to hold a concert here. I was then inspired to compose the
march "Live in Freedom, Karabakh", but unfortunately I did not manage
to record it.
- What aim do you pursue with your current visit to Artsakh?
- I have decided to compose the anthem of Shoushi 20 years after my
first visit to Artsakh just like the "20 Years Later" continuation
of the film "Three Musketeers". The author is Nushik Mickaelyan,
a well-known poet. The song performed by the ensemble "Vararakn"
has already been recorded and its first production will take place
on May 8.
- You were in Artsakh both during the years of the movement and after
the liberation of Karakakh. What changes have you observed during
these years?
- Much has changed. In spite of the past events, Artsakh is continually
increasing its role in our lives. Several years ago we just regarded
Artsakh tenderly while today we clearly realize that it is an integral
part of our life. I am happy about the reality of today's Artsakh with
its residences being reconstructed, and life becoming more and more
active. Our people cherish a hope and faith for their bright future,
an important circumstance to be taken into consideration.
- What is the reason for the change of your tender feelings towards
Artsakh?
- Times have changed. People's sufferings from poverty and difficulties
make us perceive the reality otherwise. We must be prudent acting with
care for the future. A lot of difficulties will have to be overcome,
yet I hope that these political changes will result in an average
citizen's confidence in the public support for his life.
From: A. Papazian