Hamazkayin Sayat Nova Choir Performs with Nune Yesayan at the Alex Theatre
Glendale — The Hamazkayin Sayat Nova Choir will return to the Alex Theatre on Saturday, March 21, for its much-anticipated annual concert featuring world-renowned Armenian vocalist Nune Yesayan. The cultural event, presented by the Hamazkayin Armenian Educational and Cultural Society, will begin with violin entertainment and appetizers on the theatre terrace from 4:30 to 7 p.m., with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and the main performance starting at 7 p.m.
Yesayan, an Armenian pop and folk singer celebrated across the diaspora and beyond, began her musical rise in early 1990s, gaining prominence as a gifted vocalist with the Armenian National Jazz Orchestra before launching a successful solo career. Over the years she has earned numerous awards and accolades, becoming one of Armenia’s most beloved performers both at home and internationally.
The Sayat Nova Choir, known for its rich choral tradition, is part of the cultural programming supported by Hamazkayin, a major Armenian educational and cultural organization founded in 1928 and active in communities around the world. The choir’s annual concert has become a staple of the Southern California Armenian arts calendar, bringing together singers, musicians and audiences to celebrate Armenian musical heritage.
This year’s concert will be conducted by Gayane Baghdasaryan with Maestro Mikayel Avetisyan leading the live orchestra. Hamazkayin’s productions typically combine choral arrangements with orchestral accompaniment, offering a blend of traditional Armenian songs and contemporary compositions designed to showcase vocal and instrumental talent.
Nune Yesayan’s appearance at the event underscores her enduring popularity. With decades of experience performing Armenian folk, pop and jazz music, Yesayan’s voice has become synonymous with cultural pride and artistic excellence in the Armenian community. She has previously toured internationally, performing programs that highlight the depth and diversity of Armenian musical expression.
For many attendees, the annual concert is more than a performance; it is a cultural gathering that reinforces community identity, heritage and connection. In addition to the musical program, the social aspects of the pre-concert entertainment offer a chance for families and friends to reunite and celebrate shared traditions.
Tickets for the Hamazkayin Sayat Nova Choir Annual Concert with Nune Yesayan are available now, and organizers encourage early reservation as demand is expected to be high for this vibrant and inspiring celebration of Armenian music and culture.
