Ancestral Songs, Prayers and Lullabies with Isabel Bayrakdarian, soprano

Grammy-nominated soprano Isabel Bayrakdarian brings to life the songs, prayers, and lullabies of her ancestral homeland, Armenia, in an evocative program that celebrates memory, heritage, and the enduring power of song. Joined by acclaimed visual artist Kevork Mourad, whose live drawings unfold in real time alongside the music, Bayrakdarian creates a captivating dialogue between sound and image. The result is a deeply immersive experience that transcends language and invites audiences into a world of beauty, storytelling, and human connection. Featuring: Ellie Choate, harp Rayo Furuta, flute Mher Mnatsakanyan, duduk Co-sponsored with the Fresno State Armenian Studies Program. This event will be held at: St. Paul Armenian Church 3767 N. First Street Fresno, CA 93726 info/tickets