Israel Philharmonic Orchestra to perform in Yerevan

As part of the 16th international musical festival “Yerevan Prospects”, the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Zubin Mehta is to give a concert at the Yerevan Opera and Ballet Theater.

The concert is to start at 8:00pm, September 3.

Mr Mehta will give a press conference at the Marriott Armenia hotel at 7:30pm, on September 2.

The conductor’s historical visit is taking place under Armenian president Serzh Sargsyan’s auspices, with the sponsorship of the Committee coordinating events marking the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

As honorary conductor of the world’s leading orchestras Mr Mehta performed on the best stages of the world. He holds numerous awards.