2026-27 Season

California State University, Fresno • Concert Hall

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Isabel Bayrakdarian (Soprano)
Kevork Mourad (Visual Artist)

Ancestral Songs, Prayers and Lullabies

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.

Friday, October 30, 2026 • 7:30PM

This event will be held at:

St. Paul Armenian Church
3767 N. First Street
Fresno, CA 93726