Attendees of the Los Angeles Philharmonic reception. From left: Executive Vice Chairman Zaven Kazazian, Major Gifts Director Mary Khayat, Board of Governors Member Margaret Mgrublian, Board of Trustees Co-Treasurer Talin Yacoubian, Board of Trustees Member Dr. Nazareth Darakjian, Executive Chairman Berdj Karapetian, Executive Director Shant Sahakian
The Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California hosted a special reception at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in collaboration with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and its presentation of “Dudamel Leads Khachaturian” featuring Composer Aram Khachaturian’s internationally acclaimed and timeless musical compositions.
“It has been a wonderful evening of arts, culture, and community on a grand stage,” stated Board of Governors Member Margaret Mgrublian during her welcoming remarks. “The event serves as a reminder of how iconic venues such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall and soon-to-be Armenian American Museum play an important role in the work of cultural preservation and celebration.”
The Los Angeles Philharmonic is an internationally renowned orchestra that harnesses the transformative power of live music to build community, foster intellectual and artistic growth, and nurture the creative spirit. During the moving performance, Director Gustavo Dudamel led an exploration of Aram Khachaturian’s distinct voice first with a suite from his ballet “Spartacus” featuring the stirring Adagio followed by the intense and heroic Piano Concerto with the help of Jean-Yves Thibaudet.
The Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles
The museum hosted a special reception at the Walt Disney Concert Hall Founders Room following the musical performance. Attendees included Naming Opportunities, Benefactors, and Legacy Council donors of the museum. The event was sponsored by longtime supporters of the museum.
“We are excited to share that the Armenian American Museum will be rising to the horizon early next year with the installation of the museum’s structural steel,” announced Executive Chairman Berdj Karapetian to a roaring applause. “We are grateful to our generous donors for supporting the community’s vision for a landmark center that will be our gift to future generations.”
The Armenian American Museum is a world-class educational and cultural center that is currently under construction in the museum campus at Glendale Central Park. The first phase of construction featuring the museum parking garage and building foundation has been completed. The second phase of construction features the two-level 50,820 square foot museum superstructure. The museum will offer a wide range of public programming through the Permanent Exhibition, Temporary Exhibitions, Auditorium, Learning Center, Demonstration Kitchen, Archives Center, and more.
Learn more about the museum project by visiting the website.