Yeraz

Martin Curti, New World Buzz
"A deep soulful approach to Armenian folk music. Gor Mkhitarian delivers with an abundance of enjoyable listening."

Product Description
ABOUT GOR MKHITARIAN- YERAZ

Gor Mkhitarian's long-awaited debut solo album is finally here. Released on the upstart world/classical music label Pomegranate Music, Mkhitarian's album entitled, "Yeraz", has been hailed as one of the most anticipated independent world music releases of the year by several industry insiders. Produced by Raffi Meneshian and recorded in Armenia by Mika Margarian, "Yeraz" is a contemporary Armenian folk masterpiece consisting of 11 songs featuring two acoustic guitars, percussion, and a banjo. Mkhitarian penned 9 songs on the album while arranging 2 traditional Armenian folks songs including, "Gakavik", by Komitas.

With "Yeraz", Mkhitarian makes a case of writing the next chapter in Armenia's rich musical history by updating the sound and feel of the classic Armenian folk song. Gor gets down to basics by giving the listener meaningful lyrics, simple arrangements, and melodic hooks creating warm and full-bodied acoustic songs. It's Armenian music as never been heard before. Fresh, accessible, and ground-breaking are the only words to describe "Yeraz". Guest musicians include Aharon Stayman and Jason Demerjian.

Yeraz

Yeraz,Gor Mkhitarian,Pomegranate,An impassioned and beautiful Armenian acoustic album featuring a banjo, two guitars, dumbeg, and vox. Authentic and accessible New Armenian Folk Music. "Brilliant record...one of the best I've ever heard."- CD Baby President.,Armenia,Armenian,Folk-Rock,Int'l & World Music,Pop,World Beat

Average customer rating: The Armenian Dave Matthews Something old and something new

Yeraz Gor Mkhitarian Manufacturer: Pomegranate ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Armenia | Eastern Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music International Folk | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00005V4S3 Release Date: 2002-04-02

Tracks:

1. Sarer (Folk Song)
2. Yeraz
3. Ch-Handibum
4. Gladiator
5. Gadaryal Yereko
6. Gakavik (Folk Song)
7. Mer Dan Mech
8. Gechdod Btzer
9. Voch Me Ban
10. Kar Demker
11. Shad Em Uzum?

Album Description

ABOUT GOR MKHITARIAN- YERAZ

Gor Mkhitarian's long-awaited debut solo album is finally here. Released on the upstart world/classical music label Pomegranate Music, Mkhitarian's album entitled, "Yeraz", has been hailed as one of the most anticipated independent world music releases of the year by several industry insiders. Produced by Raffi Meneshian and recorded in Armenia by Mika Margarian, "Yeraz" is a contemporary Armenian folk masterpiece consisting of 11 songs featuring two acoustic guitars, percussion, and a banjo. Mkhitarian penned 9 songs on the album while arranging 2 traditional Armenian folks songs including, "Gakavik", by Komitas.

With "Yeraz", Mkhitarian makes a case of writing the next chapter in Armenia's rich musical history by updating the sound and feel of the classic Armenian folk song. Gor gets down to basics by giving the listener meaningful lyrics, simple arrangements, and melodic hooks creating warm and full-bodied acoustic songs. It's Armenian music as never been heard before. Fresh, accessible, and ground-breaking are the only words to describe "Yeraz". Guest musicians include Aharon Stayman and Jason Demerjian.

Customer Reviews:

The Armenian Dave Matthews.......2003-01-10

This is a subtle, powerful, and enjoyable album that achieves greatness through the intellegence of the musicians. When I was first introduced to this album, I was immediately stuck by the thoughtful translated lyrics and the banjo. The acoustic flavor gives this album a folksy feel. I would say that "Yeraz" is a breakout album.

Something old and something new.......2002-08-14

I discovered this CD from my friend Aaron Stayon who was in Armenia for two year with the Peace Core. While there he met singer/song writer Gor Mkhitarian and together they produced this album. The CD CD blends traditional Armenia music with rock and folk and has a modern feel. The musical style is influenced by Simon & Garfunkel, The Dave Matthews Band, and Bob Dylan. I highly recommended it.

Average customer rating: Buried Treasure An excellent collection

Alan Hovhaness: Violin|Viola and Keyboard Works / Christina Fong, Arved Ashby Manufacturer: OgreOgress productions ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Hovhaness, Alan | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Viola | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Maria de Alvear: Fuerzas [for viola] / Christina Fong, viola ASIN: B00005RL83 Release Date: 2001-11-22

Tracks:

1. Oror "Lullaby" Op. 1a (1922/26) [2:46]
2. Varak Op. 47a (1944) [4:14]
3. Chahagir Op. 56a (1944) [5:03]
4. Saris Op. 67 (1946) [14:38]
5. Shatakh Op. 73b (1947) I. [4:43]
6. Shatakh Op. 73b (1947) II. [2:44]
7. Yeraz "The Dream" Op. 56b (1948) [5:22]
8. Khirgiz Suite Op. 73a (1951) I. Variations [3:37]
9. Khirgiz Suite Op. 73a (1951) II. A Khirgiz Tala [1:28]
10. Khirgiz Suite Op. 73a (1951) III. [1:16]
11. Duet for Violin and Harpsichord Op. 122 (1954) 1. Prelude [1:06]
12. Duet for Violin and Harpsichord Op. 122 (1954) 2. Haiku [:33]
13. Duet for Violin and Harpsichord Op. 122 (1954) 3. Aria [1:36]
14. Three Visions of Saint Mesrob Op. 198 (1962) I. Celestial Mountain [4:25]
15. Three Visions of Saint Mesrob Op. 198 (1962) II. Celestial Bird [2:30]
16. Three Visions of Saint Mesrob Op. 198 (1962) III. Celestial Alphabet [2:39]

Album Description

Third in a series featuring previously unreleased works for violin|viola by well-known composers, this CD contains several world premiere recordings and is first to include Alan Hovhaness's complete published works for violin|viola and keyboard.

Customer Reviews:

Buried Treasure.......2006-07-19

With dozens of Hovhaness CDs on the market, it's unusual to find an offering where none of the pieces, as far as I know, are available on other recordings. Each piece was a delight to discover and reveals the spiritual side of the Hovhaness that I have come to love. The mysterious sounds of Armenian themes abound and I was quickly drawn into a haunted sound world. The music is evocative of ancient times, imaginative and addictive. The notes by Arved Ashby, the keyboardist, are excellent and tie together history and musical analysis, further adding to one's enjoyment of this brilliant recording.

Offering 60 minutes of lingering beauty, this is the jewel of my expanding Hovhaness collection. If you have already discovered Hovhaness, then this is a must have; if not, then this is the place to start.

An excellent collection.......2005-01-21

This is a wonderful collection of chamber pieces by the phenomenal Alan Hovhaness. America should make more of this man's achievements. Music poured out of him during his lifetime. Unlike so many 20C composers, beauty and harmony were his watchwords.
This particular cd is a wonderful opportunity for listeners to hear his all-too-rarely recorded chamber works. Performances and recording are nothing short of excellent.
Fong and Ashby have picked through Hovhaness' vast complete works and compiled a complete collection of his works for viola and piano. Hovhaness is said by some critics to have lost the plot compositionally in the last few decades of his life, but there's no sign of that here - there's also no sense of performer as completist anorak either, every piece here deserves its place on its own merits, every piece is bright and refreshing. In addition to the viola and piano works which will be unfamiliar to most people, there is the solo viola piece Chahagir which has been recorded before, so listeners can compare.
For me this is pure musical pleasure in a convenient package. Unhesisatingly, I would urge anyone who knows Hovhaness' music to snap it up straight away.
Anyone looking for a tonal, melodic, fresh, opimistic hour immersed in meaningful and beautiful music should do likewise.
I love this disc and I'm sure you will too.

Average customer rating: ***WOW***

Episode Gor Mkhitarian Manufacturer: Gor Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B0006LB83G Release Date: 2004-12-14

Tracks:

1. Shogher Jan (Traditional)
2. Cold Wagon 1993
3. One Song
4. Wherever
5. Stigma (2004 Version)
6. 90 Days
7. Wedding Gift
8. No Limits
9. Me and My Country
10. Jail
11. Disease

Product Description

Track Listing: 1. Shogher Jan 2. Cold Wagon 1993 3. One Song 4. Wherever 5. Stigma 6. 90 Days 7. Wedding Gift 8. No Limits 9. Me And My Country 10. Jail 11. Disease

Customer Reviews:

***WOW***.......2005-01-19

This is one of the best CD's that I have heard recently. This music is extraordinary and the musician has obvious talent. A must have for anyone who appreciates great music.

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