Serj Tankian’s composition dedicated to Armenian Genocide to premiere
in Glendale

13:32 04.09.2014

Singer, songwriter, composer, multi-instrumentalist, poet and
political activist Serj Tankian has chosen Lark Musical Society to
premiere his new symphonic composition “100 Years” that he co-wrote
with New Zealand composer John Psathas.

Tankian is best known as the front man for the heavy metal band System
of a Down, whose music achieved worldwide recognition. Alongside his
career as a singer/songwriter, Tankian has established himself as a
composer, poet, multi-instrumentalist, and political activist.

The event will take place at the prestigious Ambassador Auditorium in
Pasadena on September 20, 2014.

Tankian and Psathas wrote “100 Years” for the centennial commemoration
of the Armenian Genocide. Lark Musical Society will use it to mark the
beginning of 100 events sponsored by Lark, in commemoration of the
Armenian Genocide.

The program, titled “Perennial Pilgrims,” will also feature choruses
from Wagner, Verdi, Tchouhadjian, Tigranian as well as two acts from
Serj Tankian’s Orca Symphony.

During the coming year 100 events will mark Lark’s centennial
commemoration, beginning with this two-part concert. First, we draw
from the world of Opera. Taking selections of Verdi, Purcell, Wagner,
Tchouhadjian, and Tigranian, The Lark Mastersingers under the
direction of Maestro Vatsche Barsoumian, will present a multicultural
expression of that universal nostalgia for home.

The second half follows with selections from Symphony No. 1 “Orca” by
Serj Tankian, a melodic meditation on the wandering and lonely whale.

The evening will culminate with the fitting commemorative piece “100
Years,” the world premiere of the orchestral composition by Mr.
Tankian and John Psathas. Lark Musical Society is deeply proud to
partner with this active and passionate member of the Armenian
community and internationally celebrated musician.

Lark Musical Society is a non-profit organization based in Glendale,
California, dedicated toward the preservation and enrichment of
classical and Armenian music through performance, education and
research.

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress