KOMITAS VARDAPET (1869⁠–⁠1935)

SONGS
ARRANGED FOR PIANO BY VILLY SARGSYAN (b. 1930)

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YULIA AYRAPETYAN

‘Komitas is one of the bright stars in the history of music, whose work built the foundations of Armenian classical music. Vocal folk music is culture at its purest and forms the basis of the musical nature of any country. Through Komitas' songs, you begin to understand the culture of Armenia. When you listen to these melodies, such as Krunk (‘The Crane’), Dsirani Dsar (‘Apricot Tree’), Garun (‘Spring’), the image of a strong-spirited people and nation immediately appears before you, and makes you want to learn more through this music. When I play these songs on the piano, I envision Armenia!’ – Yulia Ayrapetyan