The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia: Lamentations on the Death of Youth

The Naghash Ensemble performing "Lamentations on the Death of Youth" live at Handelsbeurs Concert Hall in Ghent, one of Belgium’s finest concert halls. This song is based on a heartbreakingly beautiful poem from the 15th century on the death of the poet's son who is killed in the battle. Written by Armenian-American composer John Hodian, The Naghash Ensemble’s “Songs of Exile” is a profound meditation on man's relationship to God from the perspective of a monk forced to live in exile for many years. Part folk music, part classical and profoundly moving. The Naghash Ensemble combines the earthy spirituality of Armenian folk song, new classical music, contemporary post-minimalism and the energy of rock and jazz. Three brilliant female vocalists and some of Armenia’s finest instrumentalists on duduk, oud, dhol and piano play new music based on sacred texts by the medieval Armenian mystic poet and priest, Mkrtich Naghash. Sign up for the mailing list: http://www.naghashensemble.com/join Get the CD & Book here: http://naghashensemble.com/store Get concert tickets: http://naghashensemble.com/tours More information: http://www.naghashensemble.com Follow us on Facebook:   / naghashensemble   Follow us on Instagram:   / naghashensemble   Booking contact: http://naghashensemble.com/contact