Guest Posted January 23, 2001 Report Share Posted January 23, 2001 Martin, Have you been watching the Ken Burns' series on PBS? Anyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 23, 2001 Report Share Posted January 23, 2001 Mikey, I saw the commercial for it and made a mental note to watch it, but it was quickly papered over by other mental notes...lol... do be kind enough to give me the days and times it's on... gayanchik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 23, 2001 Report Share Posted January 23, 2001 No, Mike. Don't know about it. What is it? However, a couple of days ago a saw a fragment of a documentary with Dave Brubeck telling a story. I was so tired that couldn't even watch it, though he is one of my most respected musicians. Was it on that program? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 23, 2001 Report Share Posted January 23, 2001 Berj, sorry. I had not read your last message. Just saw it. Now that you have set the prices, you have wetted my appetite. Instead of just attending the concert, I would like to participate in the venture on a profit sharing basis. What are your terms? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 24, 2001 Report Share Posted January 24, 2001 On "Stairway to Seventh Heaven": "If one would play this CD for a knowledgeable Jazz-connoisseur in a Blindfold-Test, he would first guess that it is probably Keith Jarrett or Chick Corea. Then he would discover new and uncommon sounds. Armenian pianist Azarian's music is - and this becomes more and more true after listenning to his music over and over again - an outstanding surprise: his 1987 Trio from Russia sounds absolutely up to date, with great interaction between the piano, bass and drums. All the pieces are outstandingly arranged and are fully executed, with an instrumental skill that shows definitely the well-founded classical background of these three musicians. For years now David Azarian has been living in Boston i.e. in close contact to the US-Jazz-scene. I'm looking forward to the next recording of David Azarian!" - Jurg SommerHiFi Vision Magazine, Germany/Switzerland On "Hope": If it feels good, it must be right. Well, at least here it is. Pianist Azarian opens with a medium groove version of "Get out of Town" by Cole Porter. Azarian, Ballou and drummer Gullotti work together with great sensitivity. Each instrumentalist's attention to the detail of their partner's thoughts and subtle reponses, really produces a series of connectied and beautiful conversational statements. The groove really strikes me in the heart. Azarian's trio incorporates a depth and diversity of maturity in their performances, assimilationg such elements and subtleties as conversational playing, harmonic sophistication, the flexibility to bend of the time, delayed phrasing, cross rhythms, sensitive dynamics and articulation. Their interplay is strikingÂ… Azarian does in fact credit Keith Jarrett, when he thanks God for sending "to my life great music through his messengers". That lengthy list of messengers on the album jacket ranges from Mozart to Frank Sinatra, Thad Jones, Thelonious Monk and others. The groove on "Embraceable You" is a bit slower than the medium groove on "Get out of Town". What is evident and consistent, however, is the tremendous intensity on the part of the group, and at the same time the music is so relaxed and natural. The album includes a number of Azarian's originals, including the medium down tempo "Prayer". I like Lockwood's playing a lot nice fat sound throughout the intire range of the bass. He's a sensitive listener, and the communication is evidenced in the interesting rhythmic dialogue before the piece moves to a medium-up tempo swing groove. Whether playing standards, or performing on his original compositions, the groove, the interplay and performance is at a consisitently high level. You know, there are just too many CDs coming out these days that are not very good - even on major labels. It seems that everybody is making an album. Too frequently "artists" are creating products without necessarily having acquired sufficient musical and life experience to make valuable reflective statmements or contributions. So with all the marketing, promotion and hype by artists and labels, one can get numbed after listening to a pitch for somehting touted as great and then It's not. This is not the case here. In fact, the quote on the back of Azaian's album jacket is quite apropos: "Music is your own experience, your thought, your wisdom. If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn." - (Charlie Parker). This is a terrific paino trio album, that you'll probably find yourself going back to again. - Eric NemeyerJazz Improv "Armenian by birth, Bostonian by choice, this 47-year-old pianist/composer offers music that is pleasingly challenging while remaining grounded in the modern mainstream tradition. Although the classically-trained Azarian's playing shows a debt to Ketih Jarrett (including occassional vocal puctuations), the latter's influence is assimilated with that of other pianists, certain classical approaches and Armenian sources into a unique, non-imitative style. As that and the three Porter, Gershwin and James VanHeusen standards suggest, the group's repertory, including Azarian's own expert compositions, is changes-based. Juxtaposed over the harmonies are the pianist's long, clear, melodies that toy with phrase structure in a compelling way. On "Embraceable You", for example, the casual listener might think beats have been added or left out. Closer examination, however, reveals that the pianist has subtly tricked the ear with deft phrase manipulation and that the performers are strictly adhering to the tune's form. Hope comprises two live radio performances, one from 1991 and the other from 1997, along with one solo studio track from 1995. On the first set, the pianist is assisted by bassist Marty Ballou and drummer Bob Guillotti; on the last by John Lockwood and Bob Weiner, and both groups funciton quite interactively, much as Bill Evans' trios did. - David FranklinJazzTimes DAVID AZARIAN,HOPE,ENJA 9354. David Azarian, born in Armenia, has lived in the United States since 1989. A fine pianist who is strongly influenced by Keith Jarrett, Azarian has a relaxed and comfortable style, adventurous within its boundaries and not (judging by the music on this CD) really displaying much influence from his native land's music. Although this CD has three separate performances covering a six-year period, Azarian (who is now 48) already had his style very much together by 1991 and he sounds quite similar in 1997. The first four selections (all clocking in between 6:55 and 7:58) are from a radio broadcast in which he plays three standards and his own "Song for Vickie" in a trio with bassist Mary Ballou and drummer Bob Gullotti. He would probably be mistaken for Keith Jarrett in a blindfold test by many listeners although that fact should not stop anyone from enjoying the music. The next three selections, all Azarian originals, are given lengthier treatments (between 10:39 and 13:40) and are played with bassist John Lockwood and drummer Bob Weiner but the style is essentially the same even if Azarian sounds a bit more distinctive. The closing "Hope" from 1995 is a bit of a departure as David Azarian is heard solo on various synthesizers, sounding like an electric orchestra throughout a colorful and melodic piece. Recommended. - Scott YanowCadence Magazine September, 2000 DAVID AZARIAN/ Hope: Piano player that makes you glad you have a healthy sense of curiosity because it's a real gas to discover talent like this. Mixing it up between classics and originals, recorded over several points of his career this far, this tasty work will certainly whet the palette. Check it out. Midwest Record Recap November 1999 David Azarian, "Hope" This CD documents two concerts given by pianist David Azarian's trio for a Boston radio station, one in 1991 and one in 1997. Two concerts, two rhythm sections (1991: Marty Ballou, bass, Bob Gulloti, drums; 1997: John Lockwood, bass, Bob Weiner, drums) and a common repertoire made up of standards and originals. The two sessions also have Azarian's playing in common, of course. Azarian is an Armenian, born in 1952, son of a classical musician, who studied paino and commposition at the Komitas Conservatory before founding his first trio in 1982 and touring the Soviet Union and Europe before moving to the US in 1989. HIs playing is lyrical and quiet, his improvisations light yet dense, melodic and sensitive, very contemporary and along the same line as the best Keith Jarrett, Chick Corea, Brad Mehidau. Azarian creates delicate, colorful, shifting atmospheres. With the first trio, he was a pianist accompanied by rhythm players, but with the second, a true freedom and complicity has developed. There is one dissappointment: the titel track, "Hope," a solo performance on synthesizer, is stulifying and tacky. David Azarian is nonetheless a musician to watch. -Alain Leygnier, Jazzman (France) http://www.davidazarian.com/ReviewsInfo.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 24, 2001 Report Share Posted January 24, 2001 quote:Originally posted by MJ:However, a couple of days ago a saw a fragment of a documentary with Dave Brubeck telling a story.That had to be it.It's a 10 part (18+ hours) series done by Ken Burns. It the third in his American Trilogy (Baseball & The Civil War being the first two). PBS stations have been showing new episodes on Monday-Wednesdays. Tonight is Episode 8.It has been criticized for putting too much emphasis on Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong, and for not giving enough coverage to the last 30 or so years of Jazz. However, I agree with Ken Burns' views on Duke, Louis and the last 30 years of Jazz, so I'm in heaven!!Also, Wynton Marsalis had a big influence on the series which also annoys some people. They see him as too conservative with respect to Jazz. But again, I agree with Wynton's views. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2001 Report Share Posted January 25, 2001 Thanks, Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berj Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 Hey, MJ I was in Aragast Cafe (former Paplavoc) some three days ago. Somebody played an amazing Jarett. People said it was Karo Hayrapetyan's son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 I know Vahagn very well. Due to his parents' divorce, his last name was not Hayrapetyan (have forgotten what it was). We have interacted a lot in the old days - he was a closed friend of my cousin, who is another great jazz musician. He is a very talented guy. At the time I new him, he wa about 18, but was already a recognized jazz musician, and one of the best jazz pianists in Armenia. Later he went to Komitas Conservatory Piano Cass. By the way, I have been listening Jarett, lately. He has one large composition in that CD. About 1/3 of tha composition is improvisation on Armenian national motives. I am sure David Azaryan (Dodo) has introduced him to Armenian music. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nairakev Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 quote:Originally posted by MJ:...Tatevik Hovhannesyan ...She lives in NY? Boy, does she still sing?I loved her so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 quote:Originally posted by naira:She lives in NY? Boy, does she still sing?I loved her so much!Don't know. She used to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nané Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 quote:Originally posted by Berj:Hey, MJI was in Aragast Cafe (former Paplavoc) some three days ago. Somebody played an amazing Jarett. People said it was Karo Hayrapetyan's son.Brought back so many memories I used to go to Aragast (Paplavok) so often when I was in Erevan. Every time we went to a play at "Dramatikakan" we also had to take a table at Paplavok and enjoy the wonderful music being performed. The crowd was always very interesting ... especially around 1 am I think it's one of tbe best places to bump into friends and people you know ... Firt time I saw (and heard) Vahag at the piano was amazed. He's such an animated performer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nané Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 quote:Originally posted by MJ:Don't know. She used to.She still performes and records (not very often though). She gives a concert in LA maybe once a year. She has been nominated for an Armenian Music Award for the past 3 years and has won twice or 3 times I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 quote:Originally posted by Sulamita:Brought back so many memories I used to go to Aragast (Paplavok) so often when I was in Erevan. Every time we went to a play at "Dramatikakan" we also had to take a table at Paplavok and enjoy the wonderful music being performed. The crowd was always very interesting ... especially around 1 am I think it's one of tbe best places to bump into friends and people you know ... Firt time I saw (and heard) Vahag at the piano was amazed. He's such an animated performer He was also a great vocalist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harut Posted June 10, 2001 Report Share Posted June 10, 2001 i remember when the first "musical" cafes opened in Yerevan after the cisis of the 90's. they gave a new spirit to the city. the one right at the corner of Kievian, Halabian and Leningradian was awsome place, but also very expencive. what was the name of that cafe? i remember it was non-Armenian name because people made big deal out of it.they had great music too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karine Posted June 26, 2001 Report Share Posted June 26, 2001 Originally posted by MJ:[QB]I know Vahagn very well. Due to his parents' divorce, his last name was not Hayrapetyan (have forgotten what it was). We have interacted a lot in the old days - he was a closed friend of my cousin, who is another great jazz musician. He is a very talented guy. At the time I new him, he wa about 18, but was already a recognized jazz musician, and one of the best jazz pianists in Armenia. Later he went to Komitas Conservatory Piano Cass. Vahag Petian. I'm not sure it's the Vahag you re talking about. Vahagn and his group had a little consert in Stockholm, during "the jazz days". The room had place for at most 15 people. They were all very good musicians... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted June 26, 2001 Report Share Posted June 26, 2001 Maybe. At the time I knew him, we used to call him Vahagnik. Next time I talk to my cousin, I'll ask him his Vahagn's last name. He would remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karine Posted June 27, 2001 Report Share Posted June 27, 2001 I bought a record from him. He plays with the saxophonist Clarence Johnson III!'Petian gratuated from the state cvonservatory in Yerevan. He has won competitions and awards troughout the world! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted June 27, 2001 Report Share Posted June 27, 2001 Seem like it is him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azat Posted October 28, 2001 Report Share Posted October 28, 2001 In Morristown/Madison NJ there is a Chinese restaurant/Jaz club named Jazz Cafe(i think) and I use to go to listen to many of the jazz great the day prior to a concert that they would have in NYC. They would come and have Jam sessions. Ticket pice was something like 5-12 dollar cover plus dinner. By the way, late novemebr/ early December Al Di Meola will be doing a session there. It is a must see if you are in NYC area. Next time they send me their upcoming events list I will post it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harut Posted October 29, 2001 Report Share Posted October 29, 2001 in one of jazz radio channels here in Southern California, 94.7 KWAVE Smooth Jazz, there is a woman "haghordavar". her name is Carry Tambazian, if i'm correct.do you know if she is Armenian or not??? from what she talks on radio i got that she used to live in NY. and that she has a brother in NY who is related to jazz too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azat Posted November 24, 2001 Report Share Posted November 24, 2001 I just got this link from a friend, and they mention that they are working on a Ray Charles concert in Yerevan. How cool would that be. http://www.nushikian.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted November 24, 2001 Report Share Posted November 24, 2001 Azat jan amis 30 Alex tiater, Hayastani JAzz bandi hamergna, vstahetsnum em lav hamerga linelu mi qani gortser Haykakan Jazzi - katarvelu en Dudukov yev zurnayov.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted December 1, 2001 Report Share Posted December 1, 2001 The Armenian Jazz Band Wow This was nice Jorovurd yerekva HAmergin ov nerka yerav ?? Iskapes Lav HAmerg er Shutvanist iy tesak hamergi cheyi yterel. dahlij@ hamarya te lep letsun 95-98% yev voch mek@ sportayin formayov cher iskapes lav er . Bravo ...Armen Martirosyan and Armenian Jazz Band. you can get hold of teh CD at narek.com http://www.narek-store.com/Assets/product/images/MD8000.gif Mountain Dance Track Listing 1. Mountain Dance2. Bari Luso3. Masisamba 4. Eastern Blues5. Promenade6. Dilijan Narek.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azat Posted December 1, 2001 Report Share Posted December 1, 2001 Movses Jan,I could not attend, but wo people already told me that it was just wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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