Discover the 20th Century and Contemporary Music with 1900+ & 2000+
A Glimpse into Modern Musical Landscapes
The 1900+ and 2000+ World Piano Music Concert Series, curated by pianist Hayk Melikyan, stand as exceptional initiatives aimed at introducing the works composed after 1900 (20th century) and 2000 (21st century) to the Armenian audience. These two series offer a unique opportunity to explore the evolving cultural expressions of different nations within Armenia.
The 1900+ series, launched in 2009, delves into the enchanting compositions of the 20th century, a period marked by significant cultural and artistic transformation. It provides a captivating window into the diverse musical tapestry of this era through piano recitals, album releases and publications, celebrating the innovative spirit of composers who reshaped the boundaries of musical expression.
In contrast, the 2000+ series, launched in 2020, places a contemporary spotlight on the new tendencies of the 21st century. These performances offer an opportunity to engage with the ever-evolving world of modern cultural expression of different nations. Both 1900+ and 2000+ serve as cultural bridges, inviting the Armenian audience to explore the rich and multifaceted world of contemporary music.
The “+” initiatives are supported by Diplomatic Missions in Armenia and the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports (MoESCS).
1900+
Since its inception in 2009, the 1900+ World Piano Music Concert Series, curated by pianist Hayk Melikyan, has been dedicated to introducing 20th-century compositions to Armenian audiences. Over the past 16 years, this series has showcased a diverse range of works from various nations, fostering cultural exchange and appreciation. Supported by diplomatic missions in Armenia and the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports, the series has featured music from countries including Serbia, Georgia, Germany, Poland, France, Japan, and Switzerland.
Scheduled or Past Recitals | 2009-2024
Presented by the Embassy of Serbia in Armenia
November 12, 2024, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 21st Concert: SERBIAN & ARMENIAN MUSIC
Works by ornelije Stanković, Marko Tajčević, Miloje Milojević, Stevan Mokranjac, Dejan Despić, Vasilije Mokranjac, Ljubica Marić, Komitas, Alexander Arutiunian, Hayk Melikyan, Elen Yolchian.
Presented by the Embassy of Georgia in Armenia
May 31, 2024, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 20th Concert: GEORGIAN MUSIC
Works by Sulkhan Tsintsadze, Meri Davitashvili, Alexi Machavariani, Gia Kancheli, Otar Taktakishvili, Micheil Shugliashvili, Eka Chabashvili, Russudan Meipariani, Lasha Kharkhelauri, Sandro Tsikoridze.
Presented by the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Armenia
In Partnership with the National Center of Chamber Music and Sarer Cultural Initiative
March 05, 2024, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 19th Concert in Honor of the 15th Anniversary of 1900+ (2009-2024): ARMENIAN MUSIC
Works by Komitas, Aram Khachaturian, Arno Babadjanian, Edvard Mirzoian, Lazar Sarian, Harutiun Dellalian, Aram Hovhannisyan, Hayk Melikyan, Elen Yolchian.
Presented by the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Armenia
In Partnership with FastBank, Sarer Cultural Initiative
November 29, 2023, Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall
Special (the 18th) Concert in Honor of the 120th Anniversary of Aram Khachaturian
Works by Aram Khachaturian, Alexander Spendiarian, Arno Babadjanian, Robert Andreasian.
Presented by the Embassy of the Netherlands in Armenia
May 27, 2022, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 17th Concert: DUTCH & ARMENIAN MUSIC
Works by Louis Andriessen, Peter Schat, Ton de Leeuw, Joep Franssens, Douwe Eisenga,
Willem Breuker, Artur Avanesov, Narek Martirosian, Edvard Mirzoyan.
Presented by the Embassy of Ukraine in Armenia & Union of Armenians in Ukraine
May 24, 2019, Komitas Museum-Institute
The 16th Concert: UKRAINIAN MUSIC
Works by Mykola Lysenko, Levko Revutsky, Valentin Silvestrov, Igor Shamo, Maxim Kolomiiets, Bohdan Sehin, Sergey Pilyutikov.
Presented by the EU Delegation in Armenia
April 26, 2019, Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall
The 15th Concert in Honor of the 10th of 1900+ (2009-2019)
Works by Iannis Xenakis, André Boucourechliev, Leoš Janáček, Luciano Berio, Karlheinz Stockhausen, Mikolajus Čiurlionis, Arvo Pärt, Pēteris Vasks, Heinz Holliger, Claude Debussy, Henryk Górecki.
Presented by the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Armenia
December 10, 2018, Komitas Museum-Institute
The 14th Concert: BULGARIAN MUSIC
Works by Pancho Vladigerov, Dimitar Nenov, André Boucourechliev, Andrey Diamandiev, Bojidar Spassov, Alexandra Karastoyanova-Hermentin, Peter Kerkelov.
Presented by the Embassy of the Argentine Republic in Armenia
March 13, 2017, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 13th Concert: ARGENTINE MUSIC
Works by Alberto Ginastera, Carlos Guastavino, Maurizio Kagel, Juan Jose Castro, Ariel Ramirez, Silvina Milstein, Alessandro Civilotti.
Presented by the Embassy of the Hellenic Republic in Armenia
May 23, 2016, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 12th Concert: GREEK MUSIC
Works by Iannis Xenakis, Nikos Skalkottas, Georgia Spiropoulos, Dimitris Economou, Nicolas Tzortzis, Zesses Seglias, Panayiotis A. Kokoras, George Gurdjieff.
Presented by the Embassy of Brazil in Armenia
April 21, 2016, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 11th Concert: BRAZILIAN MUSIC
Works by Edson Zampronha, Radames Gnattali, Camargo Guarnieri, Osvaldo Lacerda, Roberto Victorio, Henrique Oswald, Silvio Ferraz, Weelington Gomes, Ronaldo Miranda, Ernst Mahle, Heitor Villa-Lobos.
Presented by the Embassy of Czech Republic in Armenia
October 19, 2015, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 10th Concert: CZECH MUSIC
Works by Bohuslav Martinů, Leoš Janáček, Alois Hába, Ervin Schulhoff, Petra Bakla, Ian Mikyska, Marek Kopelent, Miloslav Kabeláč, Luboš Fišer.
Presented by the Embassy of Italian Republic in Armenia
April 03, 2014, Arno Babajanyan Concert Hall
The 9th Concert: ITALIAN MUSIC
Works by Luciano Berio, Giacinto Scelsi, Luigi Nono, Salvatore Sciarrino, Ada Gentile, Nino Nicolosi, Rosario Mirigliano.
Presented by the Embassies and Consulates of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia in Armenia
December 18, 2013, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 8th Concert: BALTIC STATES MUSIC
Works by Mikolajus Čiurlionis, Vytautas Barkauskas, Balis Dvarionas, Arvo Pärt, Urmas Sisask, Georgs Pelēcis, Pēteris Vasks.
Presented by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Armenia
June 30, 2013, Arno Babajanyan Concert Hall
The 7th Concert: GERMAN MUSIC: STOCHKAUSEN-85
Works by Karlheinz Stockhausen, Wolfgang Rihm, Helmut Lachenmann, Hans Werner Henze.
Presented by the American University of Armenia
November 17, 2012, Akian Hall at the American University of Armenia
The 6th Concert: AMERICAN MUSIC: IN MEMORY OF JOHN CAGE
Works by John Cage, Elliott Carter, Henry Cowell, Morton Feldman, George Crumb.
Presented by the Embassy of Switzerland in Armenia
June 28, 2012, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
The 5th Concert: SWISS AND ARMENIAN MUSIC
Works by Frank Martin, Henri Gagnebin, Michael Jarrell, Heinz Holliger, Beat Furrer, Eric Gaudibert, Daniel Glaus, Karen Ananyan, Klaus Huber, Edward Staempfli, Aram Hovhannisyan, Artur Akshelyan.
Presented by the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Armenia
November 25, 2011, Arno Babajanyan Concert Hall
The 4th Concert: POLISH AND ARMENIAN MUSIC
Works by Karol Szimanowski, Andzej Panufnik, Witold Lutoslawski, Krzistof Meyer, Grazyna Bacewicz, Henryk Górecki, Arno Babajanyan, Jirayr Shahrimanyan, Edward Sadoyan, Hayk Meliyan.
Presented by the Cafesjian Center for the Arts
December 15, 2010, Special Events Auditorium at the Cafesjian Center for the Arts
The 3rd Concert: JAPANESE MUSIC: TAKEMITSU-80
Works by Toru Takemitsu, Akira Miyoshi, Ichiro Nodaira, Shoko Natsuda, Yoshihisa Taira, Naoko Kachi, Yoritsune Matsudaira.
Presented by the Embassy of the French Republic in Armenia
April 30, 2010, Chamber Music Hall
The 2nd Concert: FRENCH MUSIC
Works by Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Olivier Messiaen, Francis Poulenc, Maurice Ohana, Pierre Boulez, Michel Karsky, Pascal Dusapin.
Presented by the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Armenia
October 03, 2009, Aram Khachaturyan Museum Hall
The 1st Concert: RUSSIAN MUSIC
Works by Sergey Rachmaninov, Alexander Scriabin, Nikolay Medtner, Igor Stravisnsky, Alexander Mosolov, Sergey Prokofiev, Dmitry Shostakovich, Galina Ustvolskaya, Rodion Shchedrin.
Performance and recording are crucial incentives for any composer. This inspired us to initiate two additional projects: the 1900+ CD Series and the Embassy CD Series. The Embassy CD Series is a direct extension of the 1900+ Concert Series, focused on professionally recording and releasing the compositions performed by Hayk Melikyan as part of 1900+.
Hayk has collaborated with 5 Armenian contemporary composers, enriching the music scene with innovative works.
2000+
Scheduled or Past Recitals | 2020-2025
Presented by the Embassy of Switzerland in Armenia
January 31, 2025, Komitas Chamber Music Hall
Swiss & Armenian 21st Century Piano Music
Works by Heinz Holliger, Beat Furrer, Michael Jarrell, Pierre-André Bovey, Hayk Melikyan, Vartan Adjemian, Tatev Amiryan.
Presented by the Embassy of Germany in Armenia
October 18, 2022, Komitas Museum-Institute
German 21st Century Piano Music
Works by Helmut Lachenmann, Wolfgang Rihm, Barbara Heller, Hans Werner Henze, Matthias Pintscher, Wilfried Hiller, Claus-Steffen Mahnkopf, Hans-Jürgen von Bose.
Presented by the Embassy of Poland in Armenia
July 22, 2021, Komitas Museum-Institute
Polish 21st Century Piano Music
Works by Wojciech Widłak, Krzysztof Meyer, Paweł Łukaszewski, Dobromila Jaskot, Paweł Malinowski, Marcin Stańczyk, Krzysztof Penderecki, Hayk Melikyan.
Presented by the Embassy of France in Armenia
July 14, 2020, Komitas Museum-Institute
French 21st Century Piano Music (Virtual Concert)
Works by Bruno Mantovani, Christophe Bertrand, Pierre Boulez, Pascal Dusapin,
Jacques Lenot, Michel Karsky/Hayk Melikyan.