Institute of Armenian Sacred Music

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Introduction

This draft comprehensive guide provides an analysis of how music theory concepts—dynamics, harmony, expression—and Armenian language components, specifically the Armenian alphabet and musical elements, align with the California Educational State Standards across various grade levels. The aim is to equip educators with age-appropriate, detailed lessons and exercises to enhance students’ musical understanding and cultural awareness, integrating the rich heritage of Armenian music and language into the curriculum.

Kindergarten to 2nd Grade (Ages 5-8)

Standards Alignment:

  • Creative Expression: Students use their voices, instruments, and movements to create and perform music.
  • Aesthetic Valuing: Respond to music through movement and describe how it makes them feel.
  • Cultural Context: Explore music and languages from different cultures.

Key Concepts:

  • Steady Beat: Recognizing and following a consistent pulse in music.
  • High and Low Sounds: Differentiating between pitches that sound high and those that sound low.
  • Loud and Soft (Dynamics): Understanding and using the concepts of loud (forte) and soft (piano) sounds.
  • Introduction to the Armenian Alphabet: Familiarizing students with the Armenian letters through songs and visual aids.
  • Expressive Movement: Using body movements to interpret and express music.

Sample Music Lessons

Lesson 1: Singing the Armenian Alphabet

  • Objective: Introduce students to the Armenian alphabet through a simple song.
  • Activities:
    • Alphabet Song: Teach a song that covers the 39 letters of the Armenian alphabet, similar to the English “ABC” song.
    • Visual Aids: Display large, colorful cards with Armenian letters while singing.
    • Letter Matching Game: Lay out letter cards and have students match identical letters.
  • Assessment: Students participate in singing and can recognize specific letters during the activity.
  • Materials Needed: Alphabet song recording, letter cards, projector or board for displaying letters.

Lesson 2: Armenian Folk Dance and Rhythm

  • Objective: Experience Armenian music through movement and rhythm.
  • Activities:
    • Dance Steps: Teach basic steps of an Armenian folk dance like “Kochari” or “Shalakho.”
    • Rhythm Instruments: Use simple percussion instruments (e.g., tambourines, shakers) to play along with the music.
    • Movement Exploration: Encourage students to create their own dance movements to Armenian children’s songs.
  • Assessment: Observe students’ ability to follow the beat and participate in the dance.
  • Materials Needed: Music recordings, space for dancing, percussion instruments.

Lesson 3: Exploring Dynamics with Animal Sounds

  • Objective: Understand loud and soft dynamics using animal sounds and Armenian words.
  • Activities:
    • Dynamic Animal Sounds: Associate loud sounds with large animals (e.g., elephant—”բարձր” / “bartzr”) and soft sounds with small animals (e.g., mouse—”փոքր” / “pʿokʿr”).
    • Sound Imitation Game: Students imitate animal sounds at appropriate dynamic levels.
    • Vocabulary Integration: Teach the Armenian words for loud and soft.
  • Assessment: Students correctly use dynamics and Armenian vocabulary during the game.
  • Materials Needed: Pictures of animals, dynamic symbol cards.

Lesson 4: High and Low with “Armenian Lullaby”

  • Objective: Differentiate between high and low pitches using an Armenian lullaby.
  • Activities:
    • Listening Activity: Play an Armenian lullaby like “Oror Im Palas” and discuss the high and low sounds.
    • Vocal Exploration: Have students mimic the high and low pitches with their voices.
    • Visual Representation: Use hand movements (raising hands for high pitches, lowering for low pitches).
  • Assessment: Students demonstrate understanding of pitch differences through participation.
  • Materials Needed: Music recording, space for movement.

Lesson 5: Instrument Exploration with Homemade Duduks

  • Objective: Introduce the duduk, a traditional Armenian woodwind instrument.
  • Activities:
    • Instrument Introduction: Show pictures and play sounds of the duduk.
    • Craft Activity: Create simple duduks using paper towel rolls and craft materials.
    • Sound Experimentation: Allow students to experiment with making sounds.
  • Assessment: Students engage with the instrument and recall facts about the duduk.
  • Materials Needed: Paper towel rolls, craft supplies, duduk sound clips.

Sample Theory Lessons

Lesson 1: Matching Armenian Letters with Sounds

  • Concepts: Associating sounds with Armenian letters.
  • Activities:
    • Letter Sounds: Introduce a few Armenian letters and their sounds.
    • Sound Matching Game: Play a sound and have students hold up the corresponding letter card.
    • Writing Practice: Trace Armenian letters on worksheets.
  • Assessment: Students correctly identify letters and sounds.
  • Materials Needed: Letter cards, worksheets, writing utensils.

Lesson 2: Dynamics and Symbols

  • Concepts: Understanding dynamics using symbols and Armenian vocabulary.
  • Activities:
    • Symbol Introduction: Teach symbols for loud (𝆑) and soft (𝆏).
    • Symbol Hunt: Place symbols around the classroom; students find and identify them.
    • Volume Control Exercise: Use instruments to play at volumes indicated by displayed symbols.
  • Assessment: Students adjust volume according to symbols and terms.
  • Materials Needed: Symbols printed on cards, percussion instruments.

Lesson 3: Rhythm with Armenian Words

  • Concepts: Clapping rhythms using Armenian syllables.
  • Activities:
    • Clap and Say: Teach simple Armenian words (e.g., “Barev” – “Hello”) and clap the syllables.
    • Rhythm Patterns: Create patterns using different words and have students clap them.
    • Group Performance: Perform the rhythms together as a class.
  • Assessment: Students accurately clap rhythms and pronounce words.
  • Materials Needed: List of Armenian words, handouts.

Lesson 4: Melodic Patterns with “Cilicia”

  • Concepts: Recognizing and singing melodic patterns.
  • Activities:
    • Learn the Song: Teach the chorus of “Cilicia,” a popular Armenian song.
    • Identify Patterns: Point out repeating melodies within the song.
    • Echo Singing: Sing phrases and have students echo them.
  • Assessment: Students participate and recognize melodic patterns.
  • Materials Needed: Lyrics, music recording.

Lesson 5: Expressive Movement to Music

  • Concepts: Interpreting music through movement.
  • Activities:
    • Free Dance: Play various Armenian songs and let students move freely to express how the music makes them feel.
    • Emotion Discussion: Talk about emotions conveyed in the music.
    • Group Movement: Create a group dance that represents the mood of a song.
  • Assessment: Students actively participate and express emotions through movement.
  • Materials Needed: Music recordings, open space.

Exercises with Piano or Solo Voice

Piano Exercise:

  • Activity: Play simple melodies from Armenian children’s songs like “Ari Im Sokhag.”
  • Objective: Introduce Armenian melodies and develop basic keyboard skills.
  • Materials Needed: Piano or keyboard, sheet music.

Solo Voice Exercise:

  • Activity: Sing “Oror Im Palas,” focusing on pitch matching and expressive singing.
  • Objective: Develop vocal skills and cultural appreciation.
  • Materials Needed: Lyrics, music recording.

3rd to 5th Grade (Ages 8-11)

Standards Alignment:

  • Artistic Perception: Read, write, and perform simple rhythmic patterns using standard music notation.
  • Historical and Cultural Context: Identify music and languages from different cultures and historical periods.
  • Language Development: Enhance linguistic skills through learning a new alphabet and vocabulary.

Key Concepts:

  • Reading Music Notation: Learning the basics of the musical staff, notes, and rests.
  • Major Scales and Melody: Understanding how scales form the basis of melodies.
  • Basic Harmony: Singing rounds or canons to experience harmony.
  • Dynamics and Tempo: Learning terms like mezzo forte (mf), mezzo piano (mp), allegro (fast), and andante (medium speed).
  • Learning the Armenian Alphabet: Developing reading and writing skills with the Armenian script.
  • Armenian Musical Instruments: Introduction to traditional instruments like the duduk and dhol.

Sample Music Lessons

Lesson 1: Navigating the Treble Clef with Armenian Songs

  • Objective: Learn the notes on the treble clef using Armenian melodies.
  • Activities:
    • Staff Introduction: Teach the lines (EGBDF) and spaces (FACE) of the treble clef.
    • Note Identification: Use excerpts from Armenian songs to identify notes.
    • Playing Melodies: Play simple Armenian tunes on recorders or keyboards.
  • Assessment: Students accurately identify and play notes.
  • Materials Needed: Staff paper, instruments, sheet music.

Lesson 2: Singing in Rounds with “Gakavig”

  • Objective: Experience harmony through round singing.
  • Activities:
    • Teach the Melody: Learn “Gakavig” (“Partridge”) as a class.
    • Divide and Conquer: Split into groups to sing the song in a round.
    • Harmony Exploration: Discuss how rounds create harmony.
  • Assessment: Students maintain their part and sing harmoniously.
  • Materials Needed: Lyrics, music recording.

Lesson 3: Introduction to Armenian Instruments

  • Objective: Learn about traditional Armenian instruments and their sounds.
  • Activities:
    • Instrument Exploration: Present instruments like the duduk, kanun, and dhol.
    • Sound Matching Game: Play sounds and have students match them to the correct instrument.
    • Instrument Crafting: Create simple versions of instruments, such as a hand drum.
  • Assessment: Students identify instruments and recall characteristics.
  • Materials Needed: Images, sound clips, craft supplies.

Lesson 4: Dynamics and Tempo with “Kochari”

  • Objective: Understand dynamics and tempo using an Armenian folk dance song.
  • Activities:
    • Listening Activity: Play “Kochari” and identify changes in dynamics and tempo.
    • Movement Exercise: Move faster or slower, louder or softer, based on the music.
    • Terminology Discussion: Introduce terms like allegro and andante in both English and Armenian.
  • Assessment: Students respond appropriately to musical changes.
  • Materials Needed: Music recording, space for movement.

Lesson 5: Armenian Alphabet Writing and Music Notation

  • Objective: Combine learning the Armenian alphabet with music notation skills.
  • Activities:
    • Writing Practice: Write the Armenian alphabet letters on staff paper, aligning letters with lines and spaces.
    • Musical Acronyms: Create acronyms using Armenian letters to remember musical notes.
    • Melody Creation: Compose a short melody using notes that correspond to Armenian letters.
  • Assessment: Students demonstrate accurate writing and creative application.
  • Materials Needed: Staff paper, pencils.

Sample Theory Lessons

Lesson 1: Rhythm and Meter in Armenian Music

  • Concepts: Understanding time signatures and rhythm patterns.
  • Activities:
    • Clapping Exercises: Practice rhythms in 4/4 and 6/8 time signatures.
    • Armenian Rhythms: Introduce a traditional rhythm pattern used in Armenian music.
    • Composition Activity: Create rhythm patterns using Armenian percussion instruments.
  • Assessment: Students perform rhythms accurately.
  • Materials Needed: Percussion instruments, rhythm worksheets.

Lesson 2: Major Scales and the Armenian Tetrachord

  • Concepts: Explore the C major scale and the Armenian tetrachord.
  • Activities:
    • Scale Practice: Play and sing the C major scale.
    • Introduce Tetrachord: Teach the concept of tetrachords and how they form scales.
    • Comparison Activity: Compare the Western major scale with an Armenian scale.
  • Assessment: Students understand scale construction.
  • Materials Needed: Instruments, diagrams.

Lesson 3: Learning Dynamics Through Storytelling

  • Concepts: Applying dynamics to enhance storytelling in music.
  • Activities:
    • Story Creation: Write a short story and assign dynamics to different parts.
    • Musical Interpretation: Use instruments or voice to express the story with dynamics.
    • Group Performance: Present the stories to the class.
  • Assessment: Students effectively use dynamics in their performances.
  • Materials Needed: Writing materials, instruments.

Lesson 4: Introduction to Harmony

  • Concepts: Understanding how harmony supports melody.
  • Activities:
    • Chord Building: Learn simple chords on the piano or guitar.
    • Harmonizing Melodies: Add harmonic accompaniment to a simple Armenian melody.
    • Listening Exercise: Identify harmony in recorded music.
  • Assessment: Students demonstrate basic harmonization skills.
  • Materials Needed: Instruments, chord charts.

Lesson 5: Language and Music Integration

  • Concepts: Enhancing language skills through music.
  • Activities:
    • Lyric Translation: Translate simple Armenian song lyrics into English.
    • Pronunciation Practice: Sing the song, focusing on correct Armenian pronunciation.
    • Vocabulary Building: Create a word bank from the lyrics.
  • Assessment: Students accurately translate and pronounce lyrics.
  • Materials Needed: Lyrics handouts, dictionaries.

Exercises with Piano or Solo Voice

Piano Exercise:

  • Activity: Play “Karoun, Karoun” on the piano, focusing on melody and rhythm.
  • Objective: Develop keyboard skills and cultural understanding.
  • Materials Needed: Piano, sheet music.

Solo Voice Exercise:

  • Activity: Sing “Dle Yaman,” focusing on modal melodies and expressive singing.
  • Objective: Improve vocal technique and familiarity with Armenian modes.
  • Materials Needed: Lyrics, music recording.

6th to 8th Grade (Ages 11-14)

Standards Alignment:

  • Creative Expression: Compose and arrange music, paying attention to harmony and musical structure.
  • Aesthetic Valuing: Analyze and describe elements of music and their cultural significance.
  • Cultural and Historical Context: Deepen understanding of Armenian music’s role in history and culture.
  • Language Skills: Enhance proficiency in reading and writing the Armenian alphabet.

Key Concepts:

  • Complex Rhythms: Understanding syncopation and rhythms in time signatures like 5/8 and 7/8, common in Armenian music.
  • Chords and Harmony: Learning about major and minor chords and chord progressions.
  • Minor and Armenian Scales: Exploring scales used in Armenian music, such as the Harmonic Minor and Armenian modes.
  • Articulation Marks: Understanding musical symbols for expressive playing.
  • Armenian Poetry and Lyrics: Incorporating Armenian language into songwriting.

Sample Music Lessons

Lesson 1: Syncopation in Armenian Rhythms

  • Objective: Master syncopated rhythms found in Armenian music.
  • Activities:
    • Rhythm Clapping: Practice clapping syncopated patterns in 7/8 time.
    • Instrumental Application: Play rhythms on percussion instruments.
    • Group Performance: Create a rhythm ensemble piece.
  • Assessment: Students perform rhythms with accuracy and coordination.
  • Materials Needed: Percussion instruments, rhythm sheets.

Lesson 2: Composing with Armenian Scales

  • Objective: Compose music using Armenian scales.
  • Activities:
    • Scale Exploration: Learn the Harmonic Minor and Hijaz scales.
    • Melodic Composition: Write a melody using one of the scales.
    • Peer Review: Share compositions and provide feedback.
  • Assessment: Students compose and refine their melodies.
  • Materials Needed: Instruments, staff paper.

Lesson 3: Chord Progressions in Armenian Music

  • Objective: Understand and use chord progressions typical in Armenian music.
  • Activities:
    • Chord Analysis: Examine the chord progressions in a song like “Sareri Hovin Mernem.”
    • Progression Practice: Play progressions on piano or guitar.
    • Songwriting: Compose a song using these progressions.
  • Assessment: Students apply progressions in their compositions.
  • Materials Needed: Instruments, chord charts.

Lesson 4: Articulation and Expression

  • Objective: Apply articulation marks to enhance musical expression.
  • Activities:
    • Symbol Review: Go over staccato, legato, accent marks, etc.
    • Application Exercise: Add articulation marks to a piece of music and perform it.
    • Discussion: Reflect on how articulation changes the music.
  • Assessment: Students perform with appropriate articulation.
  • Materials Needed: Sheet music, instruments.

Lesson 5: Integrating Armenian Poetry into Music

  • Objective: Combine Armenian poetry with musical composition.
  • Activities:
    • Poetry Selection: Choose a poem by an Armenian poet like Hovhannes Tumanyan.
    • Setting to Music: Compose music that reflects the poem’s mood and themes.
    • Performance: Present the piece to the class.
  • Assessment: Students effectively integrate poetry and music.
  • Materials Needed: Poetry texts, instruments.

Sample Theory Lessons

Lesson 1: Advanced Rhythm and Meter

  • Concepts: Master complex time signatures and polyrhythms.
  • Activities:
    • Time Signature Exploration: Study 5/8, 7/8, and 9/8 meters.
    • Polyrhythm Practice: Clap different rhythms simultaneously in groups.
    • Composition Task: Create a rhythm piece using complex meters.
  • Assessment: Students accurately perform and compose rhythms.
  • Materials Needed: Rhythm worksheets, metronome.

Lesson 2: Harmonic Minor and Armenian Modes

  • Concepts: Deepen understanding of scales used in Armenian music.
  • Activities:
    • Scale Construction: Build Harmonic Minor and specific Armenian modes.
    • Ear Training: Identify scales by ear during listening exercises.
    • Improvisation: Improvise melodies using these scales.
  • Assessment: Students demonstrate proficiency in scales and improvisation.
  • Materials Needed: Instruments, scale charts.

Lesson 3: Transcription and Analysis

  • Concepts: Transcribe music by ear and analyze harmonic structure.
  • Activities:
    • Listening Exercise: Listen to an Armenian piece and transcribe the melody.
    • Harmonic Analysis: Identify chord progressions and key centers.
    • Class Discussion: Share findings and discuss interpretations.
  • Assessment: Accuracy of transcription and analysis.
  • Materials Needed: Audio recordings, staff paper.

Lesson 4: Counterpoint Basics

  • Concepts: Introduction to counterpoint in music composition.
  • Activities:
    • Counterpoint Rules: Learn basic principles of creating counter-melodies.
    • Composition Exercise: Write a simple two-voice counterpoint using an Armenian melody.
    • Peer Review: Exchange compositions for feedback.
  • Assessment: Students apply counterpoint techniques effectively.
  • Materials Needed: Staff paper, instruments.

Lesson 5: Language Proficiency through Music

  • Concepts: Enhance Armenian language skills using music.
  • Activities:
    • Lyric Translation: Translate and analyze complex song lyrics.
    • Pronunciation Practice: Focus on diction and proper articulation in singing.
    • Cultural Discussion: Explore themes and historical context of the songs.
  • Assessment: Students demonstrate improved language proficiency.
  • Materials Needed: Lyrics, dictionaries.

Exercises with Piano or Solo Voice

Piano Exercise:

  • Activity: Play “Nocturne” by Alexander Spendiaryan, focusing on expression and dynamics.
  • Objective: Interpret Armenian classical music with emotional depth.
  • Materials Needed: Piano, sheet music.

Solo Voice Exercise:

  • Activity: Sing “Groong” by Komitas Vardapet, emphasizing vocal technique and language.
  • Objective: Enhance vocal performance and cultural appreciation.
  • Materials Needed: Lyrics, music recording.

9th to 12th Grade (Ages 14-18)

Standards Alignment:

  • Artistic Perception: Analyze and transcribe music using advanced theory concepts.
  • Historical and Cultural Context: Explore Armenian music’s influence on world music and its historical significance.
  • Language Proficiency: Achieve higher proficiency in reading, writing, and interpreting the Armenian language.

Key Concepts:

  • Advanced Harmony: Studying Armenian modal systems, seventh chords, and extended harmonies.
  • Musical Forms: Understanding forms prevalent in Armenian music, such as mugham and ashugh traditions.
  • Modes and Scales: Deep exploration of Armenian modes like “Kurd” and “Shur.”
  • Interpretation and Nuance: Applying expressive techniques specific to Armenian music.
  • Armenian Literature and Poetry: Integrating works of Armenian poets into musical compositions.

Sample Music Lessons

Lesson 1: Analyzing Komitas Vardapet’s Works

  • Objective: Analyze the compositional techniques of Komitas.
  • Activities:
    • Score Study: Examine pieces like “Seven Songs” for thematic development and modal usage.
    • Historical Context: Discuss Komitas’s role in preserving Armenian folk music.
    • Analytical Essay: Write about the influence of folk elements in his compositions.
  • Assessment: Depth of analysis and understanding.
  • Materials Needed: Scores, historical texts.

Lesson 2: Advanced Composition with Armenian Modes

  • Objective: Compose complex music using Armenian modes.
  • Activities:
    • Mode Mastery: Study modes like “Kurd” and “Shur” in detail.
    • Composition Project: Create a piece that incorporates modal harmonies and traditional rhythms.
    • Workshop: Peer review and refine compositions.
  • Assessment: Originality and adherence to modal characteristics.
  • Materials Needed: Instruments, composition software (optional).

Lesson 3: The Mugham Tradition

  • Objective: Understand the mugham form and its significance.
  • Activities:
    • Listening Session: Explore examples of mugham performances.
    • Structural Analysis: Break down the form and improvisational aspects.
    • Practical Application: Attempt improvisation within the mugham framework.
  • Assessment: Students’ ability to analyze and engage with the form.
  • Materials Needed: Recordings, instruments.

Lesson 4: Integration of Armenian Poetry

  • Objective: Set Armenian poetry to music, focusing on advanced compositional techniques.
  • Activities:
    • Poetry Selection: Choose complex works by poets like Yeghishe Charents or Paruyr Sevak.
    • Musical Setting: Compose music that reflects the poem’s structure and emotion.
    • Performance: Present compositions, discussing choices made.
  • Assessment: Effectiveness of musical interpretation.
  • Materials Needed: Poetry texts, instruments.

Lesson 5: Exploring Aram Khachaturian’s Compositional Style

  • Objective: Analyze the works of Aram Khachaturian.
  • Activities:
    • Score Study: Examine pieces like “Sabre Dance” for orchestration and rhythmic innovation.
    • Historical Impact: Discuss his influence on 20th-century music.
    • Composition Exercise: Write a piece inspired by Khachaturian’s style.
  • Assessment: Analytical insights and creativity in composition.
  • Materials Needed: Scores, recordings.

Sample Theory Lessons

Lesson 1: Extended Harmony and Chord Structures

  • Concepts: Study seventh chords, ninths, elevenths, and their inversions.
  • Activities:
    • Chord Construction: Build and analyze extended chords.
    • Harmonic Progressions: Practice progressions using extended harmonies.
    • Ear Training: Identify extended chords in music excerpts.
  • Assessment: Proficiency in constructing and recognizing chords.
  • Materials Needed: Instruments, chord charts.

Lesson 2: Advanced Harmonic Analysis of Armenian Music

  • Concepts: In-depth harmonic analysis of complex pieces.
  • Activities:
    • Score Analysis: Study Khachaturian’s “Piano Concerto” or Babajanian’s works.
    • Theoretical Discussion: Explore the fusion of Armenian folk elements with Western classical harmony.
    • Analytical Paper: Write a detailed analysis of a selected piece.
  • Assessment: Quality and depth of analysis.
  • Materials Needed: Scores, theoretical texts.

Lesson 3: Counterpoint and Fugue

  • Concepts: Advanced study of counterpoint and fugue forms.
  • Activities:
    • Counterpoint Exercises: Write two- and three-part counterpoint.
    • Fugue Analysis: Study examples of fugues in Armenian music.
    • Composition Project: Compose a short fugue or contrapuntal piece.
  • Assessment: Mastery of counterpoint techniques.
  • Materials Needed: Staff paper, instruments.

Lesson 4: Ethnomusicology and Field Research

  • Concepts: Study of music in its cultural context.
  • Activities:
    • Research Project: Investigate a specific aspect of Armenian music culture.
    • Interviews: Conduct interviews with Armenian musicians or scholars.
    • Presentation: Share findings through a multimedia presentation.
  • Assessment: Research quality and presentation skills.
  • Materials Needed: Access to research materials, recording equipment.

Lesson 5: Advanced Language and Diction for Vocalists

  • Concepts: Mastery of Armenian diction and expression in singing.
  • Activities:
    • Phonetics Study: Learn the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) symbols for Armenian sounds.
    • Vocal Coaching: Practice singing complex Armenian songs with attention to pronunciation and emotion.
    • Recital Preparation: Prepare pieces for a performance or examination.
  • Assessment: Vocal performance and linguistic accuracy.
  • Materials Needed: IPA charts, vocal scores.

Exercises with Piano or Solo Voice

Piano Exercise:

  • Activity: Learn and perform “Toccata” by Aram Khachaturian, focusing on technical challenges and stylistic interpretation.
  • Objective: Enhance technical proficiency and interpretative skills.
  • Materials Needed: Piano, sheet music.

Solo Voice Exercise:

  • Activity: Sing “Krunk” (“The Crane”) or “Hayastan” by Barsegh Kanachyan, focusing on advanced vocal techniques and emotional depth.
  • Objective: Master complex vocal repertoire in Armenian.
  • Materials Needed: Vocal scores, recordings.

References:

  • California Department of Education. (n.d.). Visual & Performing Arts Content Standards. Link
  • Phillips, K. H. (2010). Directing the Choral Music Program. Oxford University Press.
  • Piston, W. (1987). Harmony. W.W. Norton & Company.
  • Armenian Music Resources:
    • Komitas Vardapet’s Collections
    • Works of Aram Khachaturian
    • Babajanian’s Piano Works
    • Traditional Armenian Folk Music Archives
  • Armenian Language Resources:
    • Mesrop Mashtots Institute Publications
    • Armenian Alphabet Learning Materials for Children
    • Dictionaries and Language Texts
  • Educational Materials:
    • Instruments and Sheet Music
    • Audio and Video Recordings
    • Language Learning Software