Draft:Artsakh Jazz Orchestra
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Artsakh Jazz Orchestra Джазовый оркестр «Арцах» | |
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| Origin | Stepanakert, Artsakh |
| Genres | Jazz, big band, ethno-jazz |
| Years active | 2003–present (intermittent; resumed 2024) |
Artsakh Jazz Orchestra (Russian: Джазовый оркестр «Арцах») is an Armenian jazz big band founded in 2003 in Stepanakert.[1] According to published cultural sources, the orchestra was established and has been led by pianist and conductor Tigran Lalayan.[2]
The orchestra has participated in jazz festivals and concert programs in Armenia and abroad.[3]
In 2024, the orchestra resumed activity in Yerevan following a period of interruption, according to cultural media reports.[4]
History
[edit]Formation
[edit]The orchestra was founded in 2003 in Stepanakert as a jazz big band. Published cultural sources and interviews reference the involvement of Tigran Lalayan in its establishment and artistic direction.[5][6]
State affiliation
[edit]In 2005, the orchestra received state ensemble status and operated as a cultural institution in Artsakh.
Performances
[edit]The orchestra has participated in jazz festivals and cultural programs, including:
- Yerevan Jazz Festival (2006)
- Sochi Jazz Festival (2017)
- International Jazz Day events
- Moscow Jazz Festival (2025)[7]
Media coverage by ArmInfo documented the orchestra’s participation in Moscow Jazz Festival programming.
Resumption of activity
[edit]In 2024, the orchestra resumed activity in Yerevan following a period of interruption.[8]
Musical style
[edit]The orchestra performs:
- Big band jazz
- Jazz arrangements influenced by Armenian folk music
- Contemporary orchestral jazz
References
[edit]- ↑ "Founder of Artsakh Jazz Orchestra". Retrieved 2026-05-23.
- ↑ "Interview with Tigran Lalayan". Retrieved 2026-05-23.
- ↑ "Artsakh Jazz Orchestra at Moscow Jazz Festival". ArmInfo. Retrieved 2026-05-23.
- ↑ "The Artsakh Jazz Orchestra has been revived in Yerevan and has resumed its activities". Retrieved 2026-05-23.
- ↑ "Founder of Artsakh Jazz Orchestra". Retrieved 2026-05-23.
- ↑ "Interview with Tigran Lalayan". Retrieved 2026-05-23.
- ↑ "Artsakh Jazz Orchestra at Moscow Jazz Festival". ArmInfo. Retrieved 2026-05-23.
- ↑ "The Artsakh Jazz Orchestra has been revived in Yerevan and has resumed its activities". Retrieved 2026-05-23.