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ARAM KHACHATURIAN
1903-1978
The Violin Concern of renowned Armenian composer Aram Khachaturian is internationally acclaimed as a masterpiece. Armenian melodies and dance rhythms are utilized impeccably in this high-spirited work. Just like the legendary beauty of Armenia is reflected in Martiros Sarians art (see front cover), similarly the colorful beauty of the homeland is sensitively reflected in the concerto. 'If it were possible to transform vibrant light into sound with all its beauty, then that is what Khaduturian has done in this concerto", said the New-York Post in 1948.
Concerto for violin and orchestra, D minor
1. Allegro con vivace (14:22)
2. Andante sostenuto (11:58)
3. Allegro vivace (9:31) Dance (4:12)
Ayshe's dance, from "Gavane" ballet (3:00)
Jean Ter-Merguerian (violin) Nelli Daniel-Век (piano)

ARMENIAN STATE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Conductor: MICHAEL MALOUNTZIAN