The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia
Tue, Nov 17
|The Great Hall at Town Hall Seattle
SAMA Music + Art presents The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia in their Seattle debut — an evocative program blending 15th-century Armenian sacred poetry with folk and contemporary composition, featuring three-part female vocals and traditional instruments. Purchase tickets below.
Time & Location
Nov 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Great Hall at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
About the Event
Described as “the sound of Ancient Armenia reinvented for the 21st century,” The Naghash Ensemble brings together the spiritual power of Armenian sacred music, the intimacy of folk tradition, and the bold language of contemporary composition. Created by Armenian-American composer and pianist John Hodian, the ensemble sets the writings of 15th-century Armenian poet and priest Mkrtich Naghash to music featuring soaring three-part female vocals alongside duduk, oud, dhol, and piano.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. Arrive early to enjoy Armenian food and a pre-concert introduction by Armenian-American conductor, educator, and music scholar Tigran Arakelyan, who will share the history, poetry, and cultural traditions behind the music.
Vegetarian and non-vegetarian Armenian meals prepared by Bellevue’s Hye Life Cafe & Bar will be available for purchase before the performance.
Tickets: $40 + $3 service fee