Musical Armenia Program

Armenian music is a rich tapestry of sounds and stories rooted in a deep history and presence and interpreted in various formats. Our Musical Armenia Program (MAP) invites you on a journey to explore a culture full of contrasts: old and new, traditional and avant-garde, east and west.

Our 2022 season will feature a 10-day intensive virtual experience including masterclasses, lessons and lectures with prominent Armenian musicians and musicologists are paired with concerts, collaborations and tours offers a deeper understanding of the diversity and importance of Armenian music. From folk to contemporary, liturgical to jazz, classical to blues - experience the many faces, personalities, rhythms and notes through this one of a kind experience. We look forward to reintroducing our in-person programming the following season.

Musicians of all heritages are welcome.

From learning to play the duduk from the best to experiencing jazz piano, AGBU MAP exceeded my expectations. Not only did I have a chance to broaden my horizons musically, I was able to tap into the vast professional network the program offers and conduct interviews, making leaps in original research for my dissertation.
Sopon Suwannakit, MAP 2018, Thailand
Despite being virtual, MAP still fostered a sense of community around the world. Being able to attend from my home in New York was such an incredible — and convenient —experience! The daily sessions were interactive, unique, and covered a breadth of information.
Michele Anasa, MAP 2021, USA
I've spent the best three weeks of my life in Armenia at MAP in 2014, immersed in its beautiful nature and music, and made great friends from all around the world. I'm so thankful to have participated virtually this year too, with the lectures as unique as they were.
Rosy Shoushanian, MAP 2021/2014, Syria
The Musical Armenia Program offered me the opportunity of personal growth musically and culturally and has given me gifts that will last a lifetime—ones that I will cherish in my heart and soul as an Armenian.
Ruth Hartunian-Alumbaugh, MAP 2019, USA
Thanks to AGBU for giving this wonderful and dream of an opportunity to our daughter Roubina, she will never forget it. We are proud to be a part of AGBU, and we recommend every young musician from around the world to be a part of this experience.
Raffi Artinian, MAP 2015, Syria
The Musical Armenia Program gives you a new vision of music, art, and culture through both the extraordinary teaching staff and the mesmerizing spirit of Armenia.
Sybil Arsenyan, MAP 2019, Turkey
MAP was an ideal combination of not only enhancing my musical knowledge but also of discovering my homeland.
Stephanie Mangioglu, MAP 2018, USA

Join the Program

Our upcoming virtual program is a 10-day intensive is open to musicians and music lovers alike of all backgrounds (ages 18+). Registration is $300. Financial assistance may apply.

Please check back for the 2023 schedule

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