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#IsolateWithHPem episode 12: Garabala’s Aline Naccachian

collaboration #IsolateWithHPem episode 12: Garabala’s Aline Naccachian Running out of juice during these trying times? Well, we've got you covered! On April 6, h-pem kicked-off its social connection initiative #IsolateWithHPem. For the foreseeable future, we will periodically post exclusive videos from our talented friends, who are professionals in their respective fields—from cooking and dance to comedy, journalism, and beyond. Their snappy tutorials will help us all combat the challenges posed by physical isolation through a virtual learning hub. Stay tuned!

'PreGomesh'/'Lorva Gutanerg': The international hit that propelled Armo folk to new heights

multimediaGuide 'PreGomesh'/'Lorva Gutanerg': The international hit that propelled Armo folk to new heights You may have heard her 2012 mega hit, "PreGomesh," but did you know that it was based on a folk song?

'Noubari Boye': Takes 'tall, dark, and handsome' to a new level

multimediaGuide 'Noubari Boye': Takes 'tall, dark, and handsome' to a new level "Noubari Boye" is a beautiful ballad in which the singer (a female) is describing her lover, named Noubar, and his physical features.

'Nino': The most upbeat breakup song

multimediaGuide 'Nino': The most upbeat breakup song This combination of unfiltered grief and immense happiness is a common feature of the Armenian folk genre.

'Msho Gorani': Longing for Mush

multimediaGuide 'Msho Gorani': Longing for Mush "Msho Gorani," meaning “Longing for Mush,” is a folk song from the gaghtakans—emigrants from Western to Eastern Armenia— of Mush. It depicts the burning grief and longing for their exiled lands.

'Mokatz Shuken': A commentary on the market of Moks

multimediaGuide 'Mokatz Shuken': A commentary on the market of Moks The lyrics of this fun tune tell of a young woman watching two young men walk by—one with a mustache and one without. What then ensues is a hilarious commentary on the fashion and stereotypes of the time.

'Mokatz Harsner': Hear all about the brides of Moks

multimediaGuide 'Mokatz Harsner': Hear all about the brides of Moks “Mokatz Harsner," translated as “The Brides of Moks” (an ancient Armenian province, located in present-day Van), is about the beauty and grace of the brides of Moks. A corresponding dance to this song is often performed by females at weddings.

'Lily': A song about a girl from Sasun

multimediaGuide 'Lily': A song about a girl from Sasun This fun folk song in the melodious Sasuntsi dialect will have you up and dancing in no time.

'Shogher Jan': A jazzy spin on a Komitas classic

multimediaGuide 'Shogher Jan': A jazzy spin on a Komitas classic If vocals aren’t really your thing, there is plenty to enjoy with avant-garde jazz pianist, Tigran Hamasyan.

'Kele Lao': Let’s go home

multimediaGuide 'Kele Lao': Let’s go home Hear the soothing voices of Zulal Folk Trio capture the essence of this beautiful folk tune.

'Yaman Yar': No singing here

multimediaGuide 'Yaman Yar': No singing here From listening to this tune, it may be a bit difficult to parse the folk song from the modern rabiz... After all, there is no singing here, and the main features of the song seem to be the clarinet and dhol (Armenian drums)—staples of rabiz, kef time (party) music in Armenia.

'Ton Guka': An intoxicating synthesis of sounds

multimediaGuide 'Ton Guka': An intoxicating synthesis of sounds Looking for a sweet folk-jazzy tune that combines traditional instruments with Western brass and strings?

'Qamin Zana': A cheeky folk tune for the ages

multimediaGuide 'Qamin Zana': A cheeky folk tune for the ages If pop vocals and ethno-jazz aren’t really your style, check out LA-based DJ Sammy Flash’s (Samvel Khachoyan) progressive remix of this beloved classic from the 1973 Soviet film, "Tghamardik" ("Gentlemen").

'Leylum': Try not to dance when you hear this

multimediaGuide 'Leylum': Try not to dance when you hear this French ethno folk band, Collectif Medz Bazar, is comprised of young Armenian, Kurdish, Turkish, French, and American members from Paris. One of their most renowned songs, "Leylum," is based on the popular Sasuntsi wedding dance song, "Mayroke," about a beautiful, black-haired girl named Mariam—“Mayro” in the Sasuntsi dialect.

'Khio': The soothing rhythms of village life

multimediaGuide 'Khio': The soothing rhythms of village life One of our favorite Armo folk songs is "Khio," a traditional village women’s labor song.

'Janoy Jan' / 'Garo Mare Karke Zis': Matchmaking in Van

multimediaGuide 'Janoy Jan' / 'Garo Mare Karke Zis': Matchmaking in Van "Janoy Jan" is a traditional love song from the Van region, often sung a cappella.

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