Tag Archives: Clarinet

Reflecting on a 2023 Musical Journey

Posted on 12/29/2023 by aratopouzian

As the curtains draw on 2023, I find myself humbled and grateful for the musical journey this year has unfolded. It’s been a year filled with melodies, challenges, and milestones, and I’m excited to share some of the highlights from … Continue reading →

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Artsakh-Armenia Relief Concert on Dec. 12th

Posted on 12/05/2020 by aratopouzian

Over the past several months we have experienced many groups throughout the diaspora helping both raise awareness and funds due to the war in Artsakh. These groups have been innovative in putting together products or offering their talents to help … Continue reading →

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The Next Generation of Armenian Musicians

Posted on 09/19/2019 by aratopouzian

A topic of continued discussion has always surrounded the “next generation” when it pertains to industry or when discussing the future of just about anything. Music is no stranger to this conversation as a matter of fact, it is imperative … Continue reading →

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Armenian musician, Set Proodian passes at 97

Posted on 05/31/2017 by aratopouzian

On May 25, 2017, the Armenian music world lost another one of its members; Set Proodian passed away at the age of 97. I did not personally know Set, but I was certainly familiar with who he was as a musician along … Continue reading →

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HOMAGE: A Tribute To Detroit Armenian Musicians CD

Posted on 07/17/2015 by aratopouzian

I have documented in numerous blog essays the making of my film Guardians of Music and I have detailed (probably to exhaustion of my readers) how important creating such a project was for me, especially in the 100th anniversary of … Continue reading →

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Kef Time Keghi II – Ouds, Dumbegs, Clarinets, oh, my!

Posted on 10/27/2014 by aratopouzian

This past weekend at St. Johns Armenian Church, I had the privilege of sharing the stage with over twenty Armenian musicians, most of them from the Detroit area. Organized by the Nor Keghi Association in Detroit, Kef Time Keghi II … Continue reading →

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Jazz meets Armenian

Posted on 12/29/2013 by aratopouzian

I had a great opportunity to play a concert with some fine musicians right before Christmas. A number of months ago, jazz guitarist/composer Colton Weatherston approached me about combining Armenian and Middle Eastern music with jazz rhythms. This is not … Continue reading →

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