Worlds Music

Armenian culture is one of the oldest cultures and continuous civilizations existing today. Throughout the centuries, Armenians have created a unique and remarkable culture at the intersection of east and west. Many tried to destroy it and Armenia was conquered by stronger surrounding nations many times. Still, despite the tremendous challenges the Armenian people had to overcome, they retained their own distinctive features and culture. The fact that Armenian is one of the oldest cultures …

…instrument that is made from the bark of willow or the walnut wood. It has 8 holes on the front, 7 of which are used while playing, and 1 thumbhole. As we already stated previously, Armenian culture is one of the oldest and richest in the world. Its ancient heritage has played an important role in the process of creating a distinctively national Armenian music. Folk music is still very much alive in Armenia and in the diaspora.