Ara Malikian

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Ara Malikian, a virtuoso violinist of Lebanese origin and Armenian descent, has made music his refuge and his life's compass. Born in Beirut in 1968, the Lebanese civil war marked his childhood, forcing him to seek refuge in melody while studying in basements and air-raid shelters. Despite the adversities, his innate talent shone brightly, captivating everyone around him.

At just 12 years old, Ara Malikian gave his first major concert, leaving the audience astonished with his virtuosity. At the age of 14, his fate took an unexpected turn when conductor Hans Herbert-Jöris, captivated by his talent, awarded him a scholarship from the German government to study at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover. He later perfected his skills at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where he received tutelage from some of the world's most renowned masters.

Ara Malikian's career has been a meteoric rise. At the age of 15, he recorded his first album in Spain, and since then, he has collaborated with renowned artists on stages such as the Teatro Real in Madrid, Royal Albert Hall in London, and Luna Park in Argentina, among others. His unique style, which fuses various musical genres with a unique sensitivity, has made him one of the most acclaimed violinists internationally.

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