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"SABER DANCE" IN THE STREETS OF YEREVAN ON ARAM KHACHATURIAN'S 110TH BIRTHDAY
19:49 06.06.2013
Aram Khachatourian
June 6, 2013, marks world-renowned Armenian composer Aram
Khachaturian's 110th birthday. Throughout the year, the beloved
composer will be celebrated with various events throughout the world.
Armenia is no exception. Among the many traditional concerts and
performances that will take place, a unique performance -Saber Dance
on the Street - was unveiled today in the streets of Yerevan.
The Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU), in partnership with
the Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra (APO) and Emporium, presented a
modern take on Khachaturian's Saber Dance, from the ballet Gayane.
Passers-by, tourists and on-lookers were surprised by the Saber
Dance on the Street, which took place at the Cascade Complex and
Cafesjian Sculpture Garden. At first glance, they thought a real
fight, over a girl, had broken out. But, as APO Artistic Director and
Principal Conductor Maestro Eduard Topchjan appeared, joined by the
Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra and The Armenia State Dance Ensemble
Barekamutyun, spectators relaxed and began to enjoy the show.
To celebrate his 110th anniversary, UNESCO declared 2013 as the Year of
Khachaturian. His vast repertoire includes numerous works for piano,
violin, cello, orchestras, ballets and much more. Khachaturian passed
away on May 1, 1978, leaving a rich musical legacy for the world
to enjoy.
http://www.armradio.am/en/2013/06/06/saber-dance-in-the-streets-of-yerevan-on-aram-khachaturians-110th-birthday/
From: A. Papazian
19:49 06.06.2013
Aram Khachatourian
June 6, 2013, marks world-renowned Armenian composer Aram
Khachaturian's 110th birthday. Throughout the year, the beloved
composer will be celebrated with various events throughout the world.
Armenia is no exception. Among the many traditional concerts and
performances that will take place, a unique performance -Saber Dance
on the Street - was unveiled today in the streets of Yerevan.
The Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU), in partnership with
the Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra (APO) and Emporium, presented a
modern take on Khachaturian's Saber Dance, from the ballet Gayane.
Passers-by, tourists and on-lookers were surprised by the Saber
Dance on the Street, which took place at the Cascade Complex and
Cafesjian Sculpture Garden. At first glance, they thought a real
fight, over a girl, had broken out. But, as APO Artistic Director and
Principal Conductor Maestro Eduard Topchjan appeared, joined by the
Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra and The Armenia State Dance Ensemble
Barekamutyun, spectators relaxed and began to enjoy the show.
To celebrate his 110th anniversary, UNESCO declared 2013 as the Year of
Khachaturian. His vast repertoire includes numerous works for piano,
violin, cello, orchestras, ballets and much more. Khachaturian passed
away on May 1, 1978, leaving a rich musical legacy for the world
to enjoy.
http://www.armradio.am/en/2013/06/06/saber-dance-in-the-streets-of-yerevan-on-aram-khachaturians-110th-birthday/
From: A. Papazian