KOGHB FOUNDATION Presents:
Serouj Baghdassarian (C-rouge)
& Armenian State Symphony Orchestra
“Symphonic Folk” is a groundbreaking live concert by music producer Serouj Baghdassarian, blending powerful orchestral arrangements with rich Armenian folk melodies and modern cinematic and electronic sounds. Featuring the Armenia State Symphony Orchestra, traditional instrumentalists, and captivating soloists, this one-of-a-kind performance brings heritage and innovation together on stage. Experience Armenian music like never before — bold, emotional, and symphonic.
Serouj Baghdassarian, also known as C-rouge, is a Lebanese-Armenian music producer renowned for his distinctive fusion of traditional Armenian instruments and melodies with electronic music and epic orchestral arrangements, creating a seamless blend of both styles.
The Armenian State Symphony Orchestra is the national symphony orchestra of Armenia, founded by Armenian conductor Sergey Smbatyan in 2005 as the State Youth Orchestra of Armenia. It became the Armenian State Symphony Orchestra in 2018. ArmSymphony is well known for its live concerts that attract younger audiences with modern-style music and arrangements.
Yerevan State Chamber Choir was founded in 1996 by merited Art Figure of Armenia Harutyun Topikyan, who was the artistic director and conductor of the choir. Since 2021 the artistic director and conductor of the YSCC is Kristina Voskanyan.
“Kamerton” Vocal Studio, Artistic Director: Naira Gyurjinyan.
official partner
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Hamazkayin Youth Forum. As part of the celebrations, Hamazkayin is partnering in support of the Symphonic Folk concert, presented by Serouj Baghdassarian in memory of Edwin Isagholian & Ardag Ishkhanyan. The forum brings together young Armenians from Armenia and the diaspora to connect, learn, and explore their heritage through cultural workshops, discussions on identity, and guided tours across the country—all in a friendly and supportive setting.
Program
Arranged by Serouj Baghdassarian | Orchestrated by Martin Ulikhanyan
MEDIA PARTNERS
FRIENDS & SUPPORTERS
Special thanks to our friends and supporters whose contributions—big or small—helped make this event possible.
- Bared Maronian
- Khatchig Agobian
- Vartkes Arzoumanian
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With heartfelt gratitude, I would like to thank Hamazkayin Forum, on the occasion of its 30th anniversary, for their generous support in making my dream come true and bringing the July 22 “Symphonic Folk” concert to life. Your belief in this project and commitment to Armenian culture made this unforgettable night possible.
Serouj Baghdassarian