Today marks the 29th anniversary of death of Armenia’s People’s Artist Arno Babajanyan

Today marks the 29th anniversary of death of talented and beloved composer of the Soviet Union, Armenia’s People’s Artist Arno Babajanyan.

His works brought fame to a number of singers who continue performing his songs till now.

Arno Babajanyan was born on January 22, 1921 in Yerevan. His talent was noticed by composer Aram Khachaturyan who decided that the boy must be engaged in music. In 1929 Babajanyan entered music school, after graduation of which studied in Yerevan State Conservatoire. In 1948 he continued his education in Moscow Conservatoire, in Piano Department.