The Big Book of Armenian Songs: Composed and Folk Songs of XVIII-XX Centuries

The first edition of The Big Book of Armenian Songs is an essential collection for anyone who loves Armenian music. Spanning more than 350 pages, this comprehensive volume brings together over 200 songs by Armenian composers from the 18th through the 20th centuries, alongside beloved folk songs transcribed by the legendary Komitas and his students.

Every song is presented with full sheet music and lyrics in both Armenian script and English transliteration, making the collection accessible to performers of all backgrounds — whether you are a native Armenian speaker or simply a music enthusiast eager to explore the tradition. Seasoned musicians will rediscover familiar melodies, while newcomers will delight in uncovering hidden gems they never knew existed.

The volume is filled with iconic melodies that have resonated across generations, including Noubar – Noubar, Garun e Galis, Dle Yaman, and Tsaghkats Baleni. Its roster of composers spans the full breadth of Armenian musical heritage, reaching as far back as Paghtasar Dpir in the 18th century and extending through to celebrated figures of Soviet Armenia such as Khachatur Avetisyan, Aleksey Hekimyan, and Alexander Dolukhanyan. This sweeping historical range makes the book as valuable as a cultural reference as it is a practical performance resource.