The works of Armenian composers working in the field of contemporary music always attract significant attention. Taking advantage of the fact that our compatriot, the young and distinguished composer Hasmik Harutyunyan, residing in the United States, has achieved prestigious first-place positions in international competitions and festivals, we have decided to highlight her notable achievements. The composer gained international recognition in Barcelona, securing first-place honors at the online international arts competition-festival held on July 1 of this year. The festival, titled “Paints of the Spanish Sun,” welcomed international artists and art enthusiasts from around the world to compete and attend various virtual events. Hasmik Harutyunyan’s song “My City” (lyrics by Hasmik Harutyunyan), performed by the children's and youth ensemble “Arevner” named after Armen Divanyan, impressed the jury and showcased Armenian musical culture on the international stage. The jury members noted: “Since we evaluated the participation solely as a composer, we highly appreciated this work. It was good and professional. It is evident that the age of the performer was also considered during its creation. Congratulations on the excellent work.” Hasmik Harutyunyan also won the first prize at the international competition-festival “Welcome to England” held in England, presenting the song “Ding-dong” (lyrics by Mikula Leontovich). The juries of these competition-festivals consisted of renowned musicians and producers from around the world, who selected the winners based on their exceptional talent and contribution to music. At the competitions and festivals, honorary certificates were also awarded to Arpine Hovhannisyan, the artistic director of the children’s and youth ensemble “Arevner” named after Armen Divanyan, for her professionalism, love for creativity, and significant contribution to the development of talent in the field.

 

ARMINE ATOYAN

Musicologist,

Editor-in-Chief of the magazine “Yerazhisht,”

Member of the Union of Journalists of Armenia

 

 

 

 

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