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Ara Malikian
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Ara Malikian (Teatro Moderno de Guadalajara, 2015)
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| Birth name | Ara Malikian |
| Born | September 14, 1968 Beirut, Lebanon |
| Origin | Lebanon |
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| Instruments | Violin |
| Labels | Picos & Ham Records |
Ara Malikian (born in 1968) is a famous violinist who was born in Beirut, Lebanon. His family is from Armenia. He studied music in Germany and later lived in Spain. Ara Malikian is known for playing many different kinds of music from all over the world. He has performed in more than 40 countries and has won many awards. Over 25 years, he has recorded almost 30 music albums.
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About Ara Malikian
Early Life and Music Studies
Ara Malikian was born on September 14, 1968, in Beirut, Lebanon. His family was Armenian. His father was also a violinist and encouraged him to play from a young age. Ara gave his first concert when he was just 12 years old!
When Ara was 14, he got a special invitation to study at a music school in Hannover, Germany. He was the youngest student ever accepted there. Later, he continued his studies in London, at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama. He learned from some very famous violin teachers.
Musical Style and Performances
Ara Malikian loves to mix music from different cultures. He plays music from the Middle East (like Arab and Jewish styles), Central Europe (like gypsy and Klezmer music), Argentina (tango), and Spain (flamenco).
He also plays very old and famous classical pieces. For example, he has performed all of Paganini's "24 Caprices" and the "Sonatas and Partitas" by J.S. Bach. He has even played new music written by modern composers.
Ara Malikian has traveled the world to perform. He has played in over 40 countries, including big cities like New York (Carnegie Hall), Paris (Salle Pleyel), and Madrid. He has also been part of many music festivals around the globe.
He has performed as a solo artist with many famous orchestras. These include the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra and the London Chamber Orchestra. He has worked with well-known conductors too.
Ara Malikian was once the lead violinist (called the concertmaster) for the Orquesta Sinfónica de Madrid in Spain. This orchestra plays at the Madrid Royal Opera.
Collaborations and Albums
Since 1995, Ara Malikian has often performed with Armenian pianist Serouj Kradjian. They have recorded albums together, including a collection of music by Armenian composers.
Ara Malikian has released many albums with different record companies. One of his albums, "The Four Seasons" by Vivaldi, sold over 80,000 copies! The money from these sales helped UNICEF, a charity that helps children.
He has also worked with many other artists. These include flamenco dancers, jazz musicians, and even film music composers. He helped record the music for movies like Hable con ella by director Almodóvar.
Ara Malikian has released two albums with flamenco guitarist José Luis Montón. One of these, "De la felicidad," was nominated for an award in Spain. He also recorded a double album of Paganini's music and albums of works by Sarasate, Ysaÿe, and J. S. Bach.
He was nominated for awards in Spain in 2007 for his classical performances. In 2016, he appeared as a guest artist in the film J: Beyond Flamenco.
Private life
Ara Malikian married Natalia Moreno in 2018. They live in Madrid, Spain, and have one child named Kairo.
Discography
Albums
- 1995: Le quattro stagioni
- 1996: 750 Jahre Wölpinghausen
- 1996: Miniatures
- 1997: Bow on the String
- 1999: 500 motivaciones
- 2000: All Seasons for Different
- 2000: Robert Schumann
- 2002/2004: Manantial
- 2003: 24 Caprices for Solo Violin by Paganini
- 2003: Sarasate
- 2003: Six Sonatas for Solo Violin by Ysaÿe
- 2003: Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin by Bach
- 2004: El arte del violín
- 2004: The Four Seasons by Vivaldi
- 2005: De la felicidad
- 2005: De los Cobos / Montsalvatge
- 2006: Tears of Beauty
- 2007: Meeting with a friend
- 2007: Lejos
- 2010: Conciertos románticos españoles de violín (Orquesta sinfónica de Castilla & León-Alejandro Posada & Ara Malikian)
- 2011: Con los ojos cerrados (Ara Malikian & Fernando Egozcue Quinteto)
- 2011: Christmas mood
- 2013: Pizzicato
- 2015: 15
- 2016: The Incredible Story of Violin
- 2017: Symphonic at Las Ventas (Live)
- 2019: Royal garage
- As guest artist
- 2006: Insula poética En Son Brull
- 2008: La ley innata Extremoduro
- 2011: Material defectuoso Extremoduro
- 2011: Krasivuye glazha Huecco
- 2013: Para todos los públicos Extremoduro
- 2019: Ira Dei Mägo de Oz
Soundtracks
- 1999: Manolito Gafotas – Directed by Miguel Albaladejo
- 2000: El otro barrio – Directed by Salvador García Ruiz
- 2001: Los pasos perdidos – Directed by Manane Rodríguez
- 2002: Hable con ella – Directed by Pedro Almodóvar
- 2005: La mala educación – Directed by Pedro Almodóvar
- 2006: Ecos – Directed by Estefanía Muñiz
- 2010: Pájaros de papel – Directed by Emilio Aragón
- 2016: J: Beyond Flamenco – Directed by Carlos Saura
- 2016: The Promise – Directed by Terry George
Awards
Ara Malikian has won many top awards in international music competitions. These include the "Felix Mendelssohn" prize in Germany (1987) and the "Pablo Sarasate" prize in Spain (1995). He also won prizes at competitions like "Niccolo Paganini" in Italy and "Jeunesses Musicales" in Yugoslavia. In 1993, the German Ministry of Culture gave him a special award for his dedication and achievements in art.
See also
In Spanish: Ara Malikian para niños
