Tag Archives: Middle Eastern music

Chick: The Blue Collar Musician

Posted on 02/11/2019 by aratopouzian

As I was growing up listening to Armenian music, there were different groups of instrumentalist musicians that I was aware of that played folk music. One of those groups of musicians were oud players. As far as I was concerned, … Continue reading →

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Mimi’s kanun gets a new life

Posted on 07/31/2017 by aratopouzian

Over twenty years ago, I purchased a kanun from an artist named Mimi Spencer. She was a fantastic person, very giving of her talent and time to musicians. I dont remember when or how I met her, but it was before … 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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