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Amy Kazandjian’s ‘We Are Our Mountains’ exhibition is a vibrant tribute to Armenian heritage and resilience

 By Rupen Janbazian Berlin, Germany – In a world where cultural heritage and identity are constantly threatened, Toronto-born Amy Kazandjian's art has been a vibrant tribute to Armenian heritage and resilience. Her recent exhibition, "We Are Our ...
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Egoyan’s ‘Seven Veils’ wins Best Feature Film at POM 2023

 Toronto--Atom Egoyan's "Seven Veils" won the coveted title of Best Feature Film at the 16th Pomegranate Film Festival (POM) in Toronto. The festival, which took place virtually from Nov. 13 to 16 and in person from Nov. 17 to 19, showcased a diverse ...
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Pomegranate Film Festival unveils lineup for solemn 16th edition

 Toronto–The Pomegranate Film Festival, an annual celebration of Armenian-inspired cinema, has officially unveiled its program for the upcoming 16th edition. This year's festival promises to be a poignant and impactful event, focusing on raising ...
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Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra to Perform at Toronto’s Roy Thomson Hall

 Toronto--Classical music enthusiasts in Toronto are in for a treat as the renowned Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra (ANPO) prepares to take the stage at Roy Thomson Hall on Nov. 17, 2023, at 8 p.m. This exceptional performance is part of a ...
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Musical minds: A conversation with Musicologist Dr. Gascia Ouzounian.

 By Dr. Araxie Altounian Musical minds is a conversation series with established, talented Armenian musicians with a Canadian connection who contribute to Armenian musical culture in innovative ways and build bridges between the Armenian diaspo...
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Musical minds: A conversation with Canadian-Armenian musicologist Michael Turabian

 By Dr. Araxie Altounian Musical minds is a conversation series with established, talented Armenian musicians with a Canadian connection who contribute to Armenian musical culture in innovative ways and build bridges between the Armenian diaspo...
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Musical minds: A conversation with composer Serouj Kradjian

 By Dr. Araxie Altounian Musical minds is a conversation series with established, talented Armenian musicians with a Canadian connection who contribute to Armenian musical culture in innovative ways and build bridges between the Armenian diaspo...
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Armadi Tsayn: A fusion of traditional melodies and modern flair hits Toronto this month

 The ensemble will play at The Oud & the Fuzz on May 26 and at DROM Taberna on May 27 Prepare to embark on a musical journey as Armadi Tsayn takes the stage in Toronto this month. This contemporary folk ensemble, founded by Alek Surenian and ...
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A yearning for mother. Krikor Hotoyan

 Translated from the Armenian by Torontohye Today, from my soul's garden deep,I gather flowers, soft and sweet,To grace my mother's resting place,With sacred scent and gentle grace. Today, the bright sky of my soulIs full of clouds, majestic ...
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A Toronto Armenian experience: Two brothers help others find their identity

 By Sebouh Arakelian  Emotionally distant. This is a great way to describe my Armenian friends and classmates growing up and, quite honestly, until today. I was pulled out of Armenian day school after the first grade. This left me as a bit of a ...
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