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Shades of Art

The history behind the creation of great musical masterpieces.
The evolution of music and the creation of musical instruments.
The history of classical and folk dances.

  • Host - Tatevik Tananyan
Biblical Musical Instruments
03/11/2025

Biblical Musical Instruments

In this episode of our series on musical instruments, we uncover the history and significance of instruments mentioned in the Bible.

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Pan Flute
27/10/2025

Pan Flute

In today's episode, we are spotlighting the musical instrument pan flute, also known as the syrinx in Greek tradition.

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History of Opera
20/10/2025

History of Opera

In today’s episode, we delve into the origins of opera, its dissemination, and the architectural challenges tackled by Alexander Tamanyan in crafting the Yerevan opera and ballet theater.

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Troubadours
13/10/2025

Troubadours

Today's episode celebrates the troubadours, iconic figures of the Middle Ages whose legacy profoundly impacted world art history.

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Harpsichord
06/10/2025

Harpsichord

In this installment of our ongoing series spotlighting musical instruments, let's delve into the world of the harpsichord—a plucked keyboard-stringed instrument.

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Aulos
29/09/2025

Aulos

As we pledged in our prior broadcasts, today's episode is dedicated to exploring one of the most ancient musical instruments known to humanity: the Greek aulos...

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Recorder
22/09/2025

Recorder

Today's broadcast is dedicated to a musical instrument once admired by kings and great composers, only to be eclipsed by newer innovations and forgotten for many years. Known as the recorder or flauto dolce in Italian, which translates to "sweet flute," this instrument holds a rich history.

 

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Barrel organ
15/09/2025

Barrel organ

Our today’s episode is dedicated to the mechanical musical instrument called Barrel organ.

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Lute
08/09/2025

Lute

Welcome to today's episode, where we explore the enchanting world of the lute, a timeless musical instrument steeped in history.

 

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Organ
01/09/2025

Organ

In our ongoing series exploring the history and legends surrounding musical instruments, today we invite our listeners to delve into the story behind the creation and evolution of the organ, often hailed as the monarch of musical instruments. Join us as we trace its journey through time and explore the pivotal moments that have shaped its development.

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Exploring the History of Christian Sacred Music
25/08/2025

Exploring the History of Christian Sacred Music

In today's episode, we delve into the intricacies of Christian sacred music's heritage, tracing its evolution and formation through the annals of time.

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Exploring the Origins of Choral Art
18/08/2025

Exploring the Origins of Choral Art

In this episode, we delve into the history behind the inception of the first choirs.

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The History of the Three Giant Bells
11/08/2025

The History of the Three Giant Bells

In our ongoing exploration of musical instruments and their legendary tales, let's delve into the captivating narrative surrounding the world's largest and most colossal bells.

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Exploring the Bells Creation History
04/08/2025

Exploring the Bells Creation History

In this episode, we delve into the narrative of bell creation, and their profound significance in the human experience.

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From the Pages of the History of Chinese Music
28/07/2025

From the Pages of the History of Chinese Music

In this episode, we'll transport you to Ancient China to explore key facets of its musical history.

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Exploring the Cultural Legacy: Ancient Rome and Armenia
21/07/2025

Exploring the Cultural Legacy: Ancient Rome and Armenia

In our previous broadcast, we delved into the musical traditions of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece. Today's discussion will unveil the rich musical heritage of both Ancient Rome and Armenia.

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Exploring the Cultural Narratives of Ancient Egypt and Greece
14/07/2025

Exploring the Cultural Narratives of Ancient Egypt and Greece

In our preceding broadcast, we delved into the origins of music and the creation of primitive musical instruments. Today, our focus shifts to the pivotal role that music played in the tapestry of ancient civilizations, with a closer examination of its significance in both Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome.

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The Genesis of Music
07/07/2025

The Genesis of Music

In our upcoming programs, we will explore the history of music and the creation of musical instruments. But today, we will try to understand why and how the human being began to create music—or more precisely, primitive sounds that, over time, evolved into a powerful means of human self-expression.

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From Pushkin to Sviridov: The Blizzard
30/06/2025

From Pushkin to Sviridov: The Blizzard

This broadcast is dedicated to Georgy Sviridov's renowned series, “The Snowstorm” (also known as “The Blizzard”), which the composer aptly titled “Musical Illustrations after Pushkin’s The Blizzard.”

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Gypsy Airs with the Permission of Szentirmay
23/06/2025

Gypsy Airs with the Permission of Szentirmay

 

In 1878, Leipzig's Bartholf Senff publishing house printed Spanish composer Pablo de Sarasate's Opus 20, the Gypsy Melodies (Airs). Five years later, in 1883, Sarasate received a peculiar letter from Hungarian composer Elemér Szentirmay, claiming authorship of one of the parts in Gypsy Melodies.

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