5/31/2006

Djivan Kasparian
Master of Duduk, a double reed instruments carved from apricot wood.
Those who had a chance to hear his playing at the Hollywood bowl a few years ago remember how soulful and meditative it can sound. It was a rare moment to be in an outdoor amphitheatre around 8,000 people who stood still, breathless, to hear every note played.
A very rare concert, just like Dizzy Gillespi's.
Will Angelinos have another chance to hear the master who is busy establishing a music school for the young generation to pass the techniques of playing this wonderful folk instrument.
Check out his records, play them, close your eyes, and dream the impossible........

5/29/2006

Pictures


Traditional Music Instruments From Mousa Ler. Duduk, a Double Reed Instrument (heard on soundtracks of Gladiator, and Braveheart, The Last Temptation Of Christ, - Famous player of this instrument is Givan Kasparian). Zurna - Sounds similar to a bag pipe. Dhol, percussion. Kamancha - An Armenian string instrument akin to a violin(played by Sayat Nova) (Western Armenia) www.musaler.com
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www.duduk.com

5/28/2006

Pomegranates

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