Burbank Music Center Grand Opening

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
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Vic Gerami
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Burbank Music Center Will Celebrate its Grand Opening in the Heart of Burbank’s Media City

The Media Capital of the World is Now Home to a State-of-the-Art Music Academy with a Distinguished Faculty and Diverse Curriculum

For Immediate Release: (Burbank, CA) – On Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. the Burbank Music Center will hold a grand opening celebration with Burbank elected officials, dignitaries, community leaders, and members of media. The catered event will take place at Burbank Music Center at 903 North San Fernando Boulevard, Burbank, 91504 and is open to the public.

‘We are thrilled to open the Burbank Music Center (BMC) in the heart of media city as a world-class music academy that encourages and nurture’s children’s musical talents, creates a safe and encouraging environment, and introduces them to diverse schools of music,’ said Grigor Nazaryan, BMC Co-Founder. He continued, ‘We focus on exceptional music education with distinguished teachers, modern facilities, and a wide range of courses. This combination allows us to inspire both technical mastery and artistic expression, giving students the tools they need to thrive in today’s dynamic music world.’

Years in the making, BMC accepts students of all levels of music education. Whether a beginner or an expert musician, the academy offers courses to take their talents to the next level. Their individual programs include piano, violin, cello, saxophone, flute, vocal, classical guitar, drums, and percussion. The school’s group programs include dhol, guitar, solfeggio (ear-training), rhythm and musicianship classes, jazz harmony and improvisation, music composition and orchestration, choir, musical theater, special classes for children with disabilities, and early age music playground for children three to five years old.

‘At BMC, we take pride in having a team of award-winning educators and accomplished musicians who are passionate about guiding students of all ages and skill levels. Each teacher brings their own creative expertise, ensuring that every lesson is not only educational but inspiring. We are also dedicated to inclusivity. Our music center offers special classes for children with disabilities, where we tailor lessons to each child’s unique needs, creating an encouraging environment where they can explore music at their own pace,’ said Vahagn Ghazaryan, BMC Co-Founder. He added, ‘In addition to our strong educational program, we place a special emphasis on Armenian music culture, presenting it as part of the global music heritage. Our students will not only learn about world-famous musicians and music traditions but also gain a deep knowledge and appreciation of Armenian music.’

Founders Nazaryan and Ghazaryan envision BMC as a music academy that offers a variety of curriculum types, including classical performance, contemporary music, jazz studies, music production, music theory, world music, early childhood music, and composition, each focusing on specific skills and musical styles, allowing students to choose a path that aligns with their interests and career goals; ranging from foundational musicianship for young learners to advanced techniques for professional musicians.

Armenian-American Forum 2025

The 2025 Armenian-American Forum

📍 Location: Nashville, Tennessee
📅 Date: March 7-9, 2025

Join us for the Armenian-American Forum 2025, a three-day gathering in Nashville, Tennessee, where Armenian leaders, thinkers, and community members come together to discuss critical issues and opportunities facing the Armenian-American Diaspora. This forum is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, build connections, and inspire collaborative solutions.

Event Highlights:

  • Keynote Presentations & Panels: Engage with thought leaders and experts on topics ranging from diaspora advocacy to community empowerment.
  • Networking Opportunities: Meet and connect with professionals, advocates, and individuals passionate about making a difference.

This event offers a unique chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of the Armenian-American community. Whether you’re a professional, activist, or simply interested in supporting the Armenian Diaspora, your voice matter here.

Learn more and secure your spot today:
https://tennessee.hyelandproject.com/armenian-american-forum-2025/.

Let’s connect, collaborate, and strengthen the bonds of our vibrant community!

Armenian Quarter of Jerusalem Threatened

In July 2021, the Armenian Patriarchate signed a deal with Israeli real-estate company Xana Gardens to build a hotel on 25% of the land that comprises Jerusalem’s Armenian Quarter. This portion of land is known as Goverou Bardez, or, the Cow’s Garden. It has historically served as a sanctuary for Armenian refugees following the Armenian Genocide. The Cow’s Garden is also home to an Armenian church and five family residences.

Photo Credit: (Ahmad Gharabli / Getty). The Armenian car park in the Old City of Jerusalem in December 2023.

 Following backlash from the Armenian community, the Patriarchate canceled the land deal on October 26, 2023. Since then, Xana Gardens has sent bulldozers and aggressive company representatives to illegally seize the Cow’s Garden.

 Armenians have lived in the Armenian Quarter since the fourth century. It is also the oldest Armenian diaspora community in the world. For over 1,600 years, the community has persisted against the construction of Jewish-only settlements in Jerusalem. Armenians, as well as other Jerusalemite Christians, have faced decades of verbal and physical harassment in the city. Extremists regularly vandalize the Armenian Quarter with hateful graffiti, such as, “Death to Arabs and their Armenian Friends” and they also attack Armenian families.

Read full article at: https://www.genocidewatch.com/single-post/armenian-quarter-of-jerusalem-threatened