ARMENIAN MUSIC
Jim Harrington
San Mateo County Times, CA
March 29 2007
If you’re bored with every single track on your iPod, or just need to
escape the never-ending onslaught of "American Idol" mediocrity, we
recommend that you try something different and go see the Chookasian
Ensemble on Friday night at the Freight and Salvage Coffee House
in Berkeley.
Chookasian is one of the leading traditional Armenian music
ensembles. The group is led by clarinetist John Chookasian, who has
been playing Armenian and Middle Eastern folk music for more than 35
years. Intriguingly, he’s also an accomplished actor, having appeared
in 40-plus films.
The Chookasian Ensemble performs at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20.50 in
advance; $21.50 at the door. The Freight and Salvage is at 1111
Addison St. Call (510) 548-1761 or visit