The composer turns 90
Serzh Sargsyan today conveyed a congratulatory message to composer, People's Artist of the Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic and the USSR, laureate of state prizes Alexander Harutyunyan on the occasion of his 90th anniversary.
In the message it is stated: "I am pleased to convey my greetings to the proclaimed composer whose tremendous merit has opened new horizons for the development and international recognition of Armenian culture.
You have become one of the brilliant musicians in the history of Armenian music and I am certain that your career that made you famous will be a guide for living and creating.
With your compositions, you have proved several times that for you the highest standard of living is art and perfection is the standard of art.
Today we take pride in expressing words of gratitude to the meritorious artist, the great Armenian cultural figure who sets the best example for those who will follow in his footsteps.
Dear Mr. Harutyunyan, I congratulate you on your anniversary once again and wish you health and the joy of enjoying the fame that you have earned"
