Sweet Armenian Water

1. Who could know

2. Sweet Armenian Water

3. Grain of Wheat

4. Hands of Master

5. White Ararat

6. My Dear Friend

7. Farewell

8. My Country

9. Butterfly of my Soul

10. Drop of Wine

Editorial Reviews

About the Artist
Sona's talents have long been acknowledged by the many awards she has received. In 1987 and 1994 she was recognized as Best Songwriter in the competition of Songwriters of Armenia. In 1995, at The Festival of Pop Music, she was bestowed the honor of one of the best songwriters and singers of Armenia. In May 2000, two songs from the "Katil" album, "Katil" and "Tatevik", were awarded both the Hovnanyan's Fund prize and the Composers and Musicologists Union of Armenia's prize. On November 17, 2000 Sona won the "Anush" prize for Best Newcomer at the 3rd Annual Armenian Music Awards.

Product Description
Specific style of composition, perfect harmony of beautiful melodies, enhanced with the elements of Armenian ethnic music, modern arrangement, with the accompaniments of Armenian national instruments, interesting lyrics, and the beautiful voice of Sona make the album a real gift for those who want to hear something new and fresh in the variety of Armenian songs, as well as for those interested in world music as a whole. The CD liner contains the original (Armenian) version and the English translation of the lyrics of the title song, "Sweet Armenian Water", so that the meaning of the lyrics are understandable for non-Armenian speaking fans, as well.

Sweet Armenian Water,Sona Avagyan

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Follow-up sucess

Sweet Armenian Water

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006JL1F
Release Date: 2002-08-15

Tracks:

Who could know
Sweet Armenian Water
Grain of Wheat
Hands of Master
White Ararat
My Dear Friend
Farewell
My Country
Butterfly of my Soul
Drop of Wine

Album Description

Specific style of composition, perfect harmony of beautiful melodies, enhanced with the elements of Armenian ethnic music, modern arrangement, with the accompaniments of Armenian national instruments, interesting lyrics, and the beautiful voice of Sona make the album a real gift for those who want to hear something new and fresh in the variety of Armenian songs, as well as for those interested in world music as a whole. The CD liner contains the original (Armenian) version and the English translation of the lyrics of the title song, "Sweet Armenian Water", so that the meaning of the lyrics are understandable for non-Armenian speaking fans, as well.

Customer Reviews:

Follow-up sucess.......2002-12-03

Sona Avagyan's debut album, "Katil" was well received by the critiques and listeners alike because of its freshness and unique style. Her follow-up album, "Sweet Armenian Water" recaptures the magical combination of fast modern beats, traditional Armenian instrumentals, sophisticated lyrics and Sona's powerful vocals, blending it all together into a musical style that's become characteristic of Sona Avagyan.

If "Katil" could be called revolutionary in terms of the ways it explored the customary limits of Armenian music, then "Sweet Armenian Water" is more of an evolution. The listeners will still hear Sona's beautiful voice and get sometimes soothing, sometimes danceable melodies with refined lyrics (all of them written by Sona), but what has changed is the overall mood that this album creates. Unlike Avagyan's first release, which was filled with almost child-like joy and energy, this album feels more mature, more grown-up, but still retains the spark that makes Avagyan's music so attractive.

The album's title track, "Anush Jure Hayots" is one of the most playful and enjoyable songs to come along in a long time - it's change of tempos, sounds of traditional Armenian dhol and zurna mixed with a techno pulse, and, of course, Sona's voice create an unforgettable combination. "Varpeti Dzerkere" is no less lively, almost inviting you to stand up and dance with its first beats, and has the most beautiful and well-written lyrics I've ever heard. The album includes two very upbeat songs - the remix of 2001 hit "Katil" and "Im Harazat Enker," a techno track with an Armenian soul. But "Sweet Armenian Water" not only a dance-inclined album - "Tsoreni Hatik", "Tchermak Ararat" and "Hrazhesht" are sure to make lovers of mellow music happy with their soft rhythms, detailed strings and silky sounds of guitar, duduk and shvi. Those who know and love Sona Avagyan will not be disappointed by her sophomore effort. For those who've never heard Sona Avagyan, this album offers a great introduction - if the first impression is the most memorable one, you'll remember Sona for a lifetime.

P.S. The album also included a bonus video of the title track, "Anush Jure Hayots" which can be viewed with a computer or a DVD player.

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