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Antelias-Lebanon

HIS HOLINESS ARAM I DECORATES SETRAK SARKISSIAN
FOR HIS CONTRIBUTION TO ARAB CULTURE

On November 6, 2009 during a reception at the Cilicia Museum His Holiness
Aram I awarded Setrak Sarkissian with the St. Mesrob Mashdotz medal in the
presence of Lebanese and Armenian politicians, artists and literary persons.
Before decorating him, Catholicos Aram I said: "Setrak Sarkissian is well
known for his art of Arabic drumming. Music heals the soul and the mind.
Through his instrument Setrak Sarkissian contributed to the harmonious
expression of Lebanese Arabic Music and through his concerts he shared it
with the world". On behalf of the Lebanese community the poet, writer and
critic Mr Henri Zoghaib praised Mr. Sarkissian for his skillful and
effective use of riffles.

The evening ended with Setrak Sarkissian playing excerpts from his
compositions.

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Catholicosate, the administrative center of the church is located in
Antelias, Lebanon.