Lernazang Ensemble: Revitalizing Armenian Heritage Through Music and Dance

This is a Center for World Music presentation hosted at Mingei International Museum

Experience the living pulse of Armenian folk culture through a captivating performance by Lernazang Ensemble, a collective of musicians, dancers, and ethnomusicologists dedicated to preserving and reimagining Armenian music and dance. Featuring the evocative sounds of duduk, oud, dhol, and voice, alongside Armenian dance, the ensemble brings to life the music and movement of Western Armenia (Anatolia) and the Southern Caucasus. Their approach aims to revitalize Armenian folk heritage by blending deep cultural research with striking artistic expression.

Members of the audience are invited to engage with the artists in a Q&A following the performance to learn more about the traditions, history, and contemporary significance of Armenian music and dance.