AGBU Sayat Nova International Composition Competition
Since 2006, the AGBU PAD Sayat Nova Composition Competition has been inviting musicians
of all heritages to be inspired by the grand tradition of Armenian arts. Winners have
been named from all over the world, from Hong Kong to Mexico, Syria to France, each
recognized for their versatility, ingenuity and artistry. This year, focusing on the
historic progress of women’s rights in the Armenian World, the competition announced
revolutionary 20th century poet Silva Kaputikyan as the inspiration for competing
composers. The winning compositions of 2018 are Aregnaz Martirosyan’s “Inqnutyun”
(Identity) in first place, Bardy Minassian’s “Loure da Loure” by Bardy Minassian
in second place, and James Maunders’ “Khosk Im Vordun” (A Word To My Son) in third place.
