Narek Harutyunyan: Europe was fascinated by Armenian folk music

PanARMENIAN.Net - Founder and director of Naregatsi Art Institute Narek Harutyunyan said that Europe was fascinated by Armenian folk music.

From April 22 to May 6, Naregatsi Armenian folk music orchestra played concerts in ten cities of Switzerland and France.

“Folk music is one of the mechanisms to maintain traditions and national identity. Our program included ashugh and religious music. The concerts dated to the 95th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide were attended not only by representatives of Armenian communities but also by local residents, who were really enchanted,” Mr. Harutyunyan said.

“We gave a charity concert in Paris, with proceeds to be spent on treatment of 10-year-old Alex Chulfakian, who was severely injured in an accident. All concerts were covered by the press, which was very encouraging,” he said.

Creative director of the ensemble Hovik Sahakyan said, for his part, that concerts in the U.S. are also planned.