Instruments like the duduk, the dhol, the zurna and the kanun are commonly found in Armenian folk music. Artists such as Sayat Nova are famous due to their influence in the development of Armenian folk music. One of the oldest types of Armenian music is the Armenian chant which is the most common kind of religious music in Armenia. Many of these chants are ancient in origin, extending to pre-Christian times, while others are relatively modern, including several composed by Saint Mesrop Mashtots, the inventor of the Armenian alphabet. Whilst under Soviet rule, Armenian classical music composer Aram Khatchaturian became internationally well known for his music, for various ballets and the Sabre Dance from his composition for the ballet Gayane. COUNT 5
QSN1 What kind of music does Sayat Nova play? ANS1 Armenian folk music QSN2 What instruments are used in Armenian folk music? ANS2 the duduk, the dhol, the zurna and the kanun QSN3 What kind of Armenian religious music is prevalent? ANS3 the Armenian chant QSN4 What did Mashtots do besides composing religious chants? ANS4 inventor of the Armenian alphabet QSN5 What was Aram Khatchaturian's career? ANS5 classical music composer