Tonight he will climb the stage to lead his audience to a different world with the plaintive but entrancing sounds of the duduk. World-famed Maestro Jivan Gasparyan will be joined by well-known musicians who have come to the Armenian capital Yerevan to honor the famous Armenian musician on his 80th birthday anniversary.

“I have decided also to mark my 100th birthday anniversary,” said Gasparyan, explaining that the secret of his longevity is that he did not nose into other people’s affairs too much and lived peacefully. “It is very important for our country and will have a great significance,” the maestro said.

On Tuesday, November 11, Armenian spectators will have an opportunity to enjoy the music played by such renowned musicians as legendary Alan Parsons, Zucchero, Pedro Eustache, Andreas Vollenweider, and others.