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Season 5 Episode 3: “Soler and Arsenyan’s World” feat. Dr. Hayk Arsenyan – Award-Winning Pianist, Composer, Educator, & Scholar

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Composer, Concert Pianist, Season 5, The Piano Pod
October 9, 2024

This episode is brought to you by Dr. Jon Skidmore and the Musician’s Path to Peak Performance team — helping artists conquer performance anxiety for over 30 years and shine under the spotlight. Visit drjonskidmore.com to learn more.

We are thrilled to introduce the esteemed guest of Season 5, Episode 3: Dr. Hayk Arsenyan—award-winning pianist, composer, educator, and scholar! 🙌

In this exciting episode, “Soler and Arsenyan’s World,” we explore his extraordinary journey from Armenia to Paris, Moscow, and finally New York City.

🌟 Dr. Arsenyan shares his deep passion for Antonio Soler, an often overlooked 18th-century composer, and his dedication to preserving Soler’s legacy through SolersWorld.com.

🎶 We also explore how his Armenian heritage has influenced his artistry, his early years as a violinist, and his experiences as a global concert pianist.

🎓 Dr. Arsenyan is a dedicated educator, running a thriving piano studio in Manhattan and mentoring the next generation of classical musicians as a professor at NYU Tisch.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

  • 🔹 Dr. Arsenyan’s scholarly work on Antonio Soler’s life, music, and contributions
  • 🔹 Insights into performing Soler’s unique compositions
  • 🔹 The inspiration behind his SolersWorld project, complete with concerts and masterclasses
  • 🔹 How Armenian composers and cultural identity shape his performances
  • 🔹 Dr. Arsenyan’s incredible journey across the globe as a pianist and educator
  • 🔹 The story behind receiving the Evgeny Kissin Award and its impact on his career
  • 🔹 Highlights from his remarkable performances around the world

This episode is packed with wisdom, authenticity, and joy you won’t want to miss! 💫

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[About Dr. Hayk Arsenyan]

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