President Sargsyan offers condolences over Konstantin Orbelian’s demise

16:06 26.04.2014

President Serzh Sargsyan sent a telegram of condolences to the
Orbelians on the occasion of the great musician of our time, the
People’s Artist of the USSR and Armenia, the bearer of the Orders of
Honor and St. Mesrop Mashtots Konstantin Orbelian’s demise,
President’s Press Office reported.

`Maestro Orbelian greatly contributed to the promotion and
popularization of the contemporary Armenian music. He directed the
Armenian State Variety Orchestra for 36 years and gave it a new life
and vigor. His songs have always been loved by listeners and have
become our people’s favorites.

The creative works of Konstantin Orbelian will always remain in the
pages of the Armenian music history and in the memory of generations.

I extend my deepest condolences to you and share your grief,’ reads
the RA President’s telegram of condolences.

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress