Monthly Archives: September 2025
When Music Becomes a Passport: The Role of Global Festivals in Preserving and Sharing Culture
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to perform at Troy Family Daze in Troy, Michigan, as part of their Global Troy celebration. I shared the stage with my trio — Jerry Gerjekian on dumbegs and George Nigosian on guitar — … Continue reading
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When Songs Travel: From History to TikTok
Recently, I came across a fascinating article on Houshamadyan: A Song’s Journey by Ara Dinkjian. In it, Ara traces the path of a melody—how it traveled across countries and cultures, transformed along the way, and eventually became part of the … Continue reading
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