Armenian Professionals in Illinois

SECRETS OF ARMENIA. PIANO WORKS BY ARMENIAN COMPOSERS. MIKAEL AYRAPETYAN (Piano), YULIA AYRAPETYAN (Piano) CHICAGO PREMIERE! Secrets of Armenia showcasing Armenian classical music, performed by the esteemed pianists Mikael and Yulia Ayrapetyan. Music in Armenia has a long and rich history, stretching back to the Middle Ages and beyond, with its origins in popular folk-songs. Mikael Ayrapetyan is an acclaimed Armenian pianist, composer, researcher and producer, world’s leading exponent of Armenian piano music and has been a leading figure in popularising Armenian classical music worldwide with his Secrets of Armenia musical project, which he began during his studies at the Moscow Conservatory. His recordings of music from his homeland on Naxos and Grand Piano labels have been met with universal admiration. Yulia Ayrapetyan is a US-based pianist, producer and pedagogue, establishing herself as one of today’s exciting young artists after making her debut at the Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall in 2023. She has attracted international recognition for her exceptional artistry, displaying striking assurance, imagination, artistic approach, and remarkable consistency in the musical integrity and creative insight of her performances. She is also known for her natural musicality, tonal expressiveness, and as a benchmark interpreter of Komitas and Melikian, and has performed in the United States, Europe, Russia, Armenia and China. Mikael and Yulia Ayrapetyan revives the forgotten names of composers by recording and performing world premieres of huge layers of compositions opening access to the treasury of Armenian music. Their recordings of Armenian music have a largest audience in more than 180 different countries. The concert program will reveal the heritage of of the Greatest Armenian composers. Mikael Ayrapetyan piano, Yulia Ayrapetyan piano Program: Piano works by Armenian Composers.

Representing the Republic of Armenia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Honorary Consulate of Armenia in Chicago stands as a dedicated diplomatic mission serving the Armenian community and fostering cultural understanding across the Midwestern United States. Based in Chicago, Illinois, this consulate embodies Armenia's commitment to maintaining strong international relationships and supporting its citizens abroad while building bridges with American communities in Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. The consulate's mission extends beyond traditional diplomatic functions to encompass a deep commitment to strengthening ties between Armenian and American societies. By promoting educational exchanges, cultural initiatives, and tourism, the Honorary Consulate of Armenia in Chicago works to enhance mutual understanding and cooperation between the two nations. The office recognizes the importance of community connection and serves as a trusted resource for Armenian-Americans seeking information about their homeland, as well as for Americans interested in learning more about Armenian culture, history, and traditions. Through its work in Chicago, the consulate contributes to Armenia's broader objectives of regional stability, international cooperation, and peaceful engagement with the global community. The mission reflects Armenia's values of diplomacy, cultural pride, and the belief that strong people-to-people connections form the foundation of lasting international relationships.