Armenian virtuose musicant Marianna Gevorgyan, she playinq Armenian national instrument qanun. New photo session implemented Marianna Gevorgyan Armenian traditional germants in Megerian Carpet Company, photographer Robert Asatryan.

1.At what age did you start playing this instrument ? And why did you choose this?

-       From the beginning I studied in musical school, and then graduated from conservatory with high school, masters, and PHD degrees, my destiny was to become a qanun player:

2.Qanun musical instrument in your opinion what kind of influence is having on the listener ? And what are you trying to achieve with that ?

-       Qanun is an oriental instrument,with all magic and the secrets of orient, after each performance I am transferring all my feelings and soul to the audience in order to impress them :

3.Let’s talk about concert events . What kind of concert have you participated in ? And what has it given to you as an Armenian?

- I am a gold medal winner in an international contest, in the category of ‘’ stage charm’’. Usually I don’t like festival/contests because they are not always righteous, but of course you have to participate in order to present your national culture:

4.What is your view on culture and art ?

- All nations have their own culture but not own art, art has no boundaries but national culture has boundaries. Each nation presents its culture better than anyone else, because it is in your blood, I am so proud to present my national culture with all responsibility:

5.What kind of musical pieces do you play ?

      - My program is colorful, soul and popular, classic Armenian compositions, also from international composers such as, Chopin, Paganini, Albenis, etc. etc.

 6.What is the key of your success ? 

      - To be an Armenian by destiny, I am playing and spreading LOVE: