Grigor Ajemyan


His childhood and adolescence passed under the label “the son of nation’s enemy”. Grigor Ajemyan realized who his father – Gurgen Mahari was in reality when it was too late. It was only after his father’s death that Grigor Ajemyan revealed Mahari-the writer and became fully dedicated to the studies of Mahari. Despite his old age, up today, he spends hours brooding in front of the desk or in the library or publishing house: he still lives in the world of Mahari...
 

This is a jubilee year for the devotee of the Armenian ballet – Vilen Galstyan


On February 12, Vilen Galstyan turned 75. “Gayane” ballet held on February 13, was dedicated to the jubilee of the great choreographer by Alexander Spendiaryan National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet. 
 

Pedagogical meetings underway in the Mother See


It’s been two days since pedagogical meetings of spiritual-educational institutions are in progress in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. The high schools of the Mother See will soon be replenished. Apart from Trbanchyan High School, new ones will be opened in Syunik, Lori or Tavush, and possibly in Yerevan too. 
 

Composer Valeri Sargsyan would turn 70 this year


Composer, violin and pedagogue Valeri Sargsyan headed the Music School of Sevan for nearly 20 years, which now bears his own name. Even on a distance from the capital, the composer was able to craft music atmosphere. Svetlana Navasardyan, piano, recalls the creative cooperation between her and Valeri Sargsyan. 
 

Chess Class of Nor Nork Armenian Church Youth Center


The rules of chess teach making right moves in the real life too. This is what the children of the chess class of Nor Nork Armenian Church Youth Center believe in. Besides, the chess figures are utterly interesting, once you strain your imagination you get to meet them in reality… 

Gevorkian Theological Seminary now has an electronic newsletter


The seminarians collect, record and publish in their electronic biweekly newsletter the most important events happening both in the Seminary, as well as in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. The newsletter also features scientific and promotional materials. It is delivered to the readers through electronic mail and via social networks. 

Feast of St. Sarkis in St. Sarkis Church of Nork


The Feast of St. Sarkis Church in Nor Nork was attended by the students of Military Academy Vazgen Sargsyan. After the Lord’s Prayer, the pastor of the Church Father Norayr Baghdasaryan blessed the attendees. 

Reserve Class of Narek Dance Ensemble of Nor Nork Armenian Church Youth Center


“When I broke my hand and stayed home for several months, I understood that my life was boring and monotonous without dance”, - says 15 years old Anahit. There are around 40 children like her in this class, they all dream of dancing in Narek Dance Ensemble of Nor Nork Center, perform in different stages of the world and become famous dancers.

Concert of Emir Kusturica and “The No Smoking Orchestra” in Yerevan


“Free of show business, political and religious dogmas, anti-globalist band”: this is how the renowned film director Emir Kusturica characterizes his band “Emir Kusturica & the No Smoking Orchestra”. This is already the second concert of the band in Yerevan.
 

Candlelight Divine Liturgy in St. Sarkis Church of Yerevan


The Candlelight Divine Liturgy was offered in St. Grigor Lusavorich Church of Ararat Patriarchal Diocese under the presidency of Archbishop Navasard Kchoyan, the celebrant being Father Shahe Hayrapetyan. The Candlelight of Holy Nativity is traditionally attended by the President Serzh Sargsyan, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, Mayor of Yerevan city Taron Margaryan and other officials. 
 

Father Ghazar Petrosyan


Father Ghazar serves seven villages. He is serving in the seven communities of Ararat Diocese, sharing villager’s cares and joys and helping seven villages to have their churches...   

One Year of New Books


Publishing year 2015 is to be finalized. What are the news of thise year, what are the preferencs of relevant people – the translators, authors, book-sellers, and the owner of the largest bookstore of Yerevan, has all been revealed by our crew.