Birth

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December, 1983 in Marseilles, France

Period

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Modern

 

Saténik Khourdoïan is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for herself in the world of music. Born on December 22, 1983, in Yerevan, Armenia, Saténik grew up in a family of musicians. Her father, Vahan Khourdoïan, was a renowned violinist, and her mother, Anahit Tsitsikian, was a pianist. Saténik's parents recognized her musical talent at a young age and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Saténik began her musical training at the age of five, studying the piano with her mother. She later switched to the violin, which became her primary instrument. Saténik's talent was evident from the start, and she quickly became a prodigy. She won her first competition at the age of six and went on to win numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 1995, Saténik and her family moved to Switzerland, where she continued her musical education. She studied at the Lausanne Conservatory with Corina Belcea-Fisher and later at the Geneva Conservatory with Svetlin Roussev. Saténik's talent continued to flourish, and she won several competitions, including the Swiss Youth Music Competition and the International Competition for Young Violinists in Klosters. Saténik's career took off in 2002 when she won first prize at the International Violin Competition "Andrea Postacchini" in Italy. This win catapulted her to international fame, and she began performing in major concert halls around the world. Saténik has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra. One of Saténik's most memorable performances was at the 2006 Verbier Festival in Switzerland. She performed the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto with the Verbier Festival Orchestra, conducted by Yuri Temirkanov. The performance was a huge success, and Saténik received a standing ovation from the audience. Saténik has also been recognized for her recordings. In 2008, she released her debut album, "Violin Recital," which received critical acclaim. The album features works by Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms, among others. Saténik's second album, "Violin Concertos," was released in 2012 and features works by Tchaikovsky and Sibelius. In addition to her performing career, Saténik is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Geneva Conservatory and the Lausanne Conservatory and has given masterclasses around the world. Saténik is passionate about passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of musicians. Saténik has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 2006, she was awarded the "Prix Credit Suisse Jeunes Solistes," which recognizes young musicians who show exceptional talent and promise. In 2010, she was awarded the "Prix de la Fondation Sandoz" for her contributions to the arts. Saténik continues to perform and record, and her career shows no signs of slowing down. She is a true inspiration to young musicians around the world and a testament to the power of hard work and dedication.

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