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Raff Boyadjian (Armenian, 1948) is an artist whose creative gift speaks eloquently, not only in the beautiful world of his paintings but also in the realm of his expression as a jazz singer, an avocation that he pursues as a fulfilling parallel to his artistic expression.
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Born in Armenia in 1948, Boyadjian grew up in Gyumri, one of the country’s cultural centers. As a youngster, his first impressions of life swelled in him as he absorbed the spirit of the people, their happiness and joy, the depth of their traditions, and the pride of their heritage. These impressions continue to spring fourth from him and are continually translated onto his canvas. Raff Boyadjian studied fine art at several schools, including the prestigious University of Fine Arts and Theater. It was there that he mastered the art of painting and produced works that have been kept to this day by the school as examples of excellence for student reference. Boyadjian’s diplomat work, entitled “Circus”, received widespread critical acclaim, and the work was subsequently exhibited in Moscow, Leningrad, Kiev, and other major Russian cities. In 1981, Boyajian immigrated to America from the USSR to advance his artistic freedom. It was here in the US that his ideas and feelings began to flourish and take on new meaning. In 1989, under the patronage of Alan Pher, the president of French Senate, Boyadjian’s work was chosen to represent the United States in the Bicentennial celebration commemorating the French Revolution, held at the Luxembourg Museum in Paris. Raff Boyadjian is an artist whose creative gift speaks eloquently, not only in the beautiful world of his paintings but also in the realm of his expression as a jazz singer, an avocation that he pursues as a fulfilling parallel to his artistic expression
In 1981, Raff Boyadjian immigrated to America and he has since become a proud citizen of the United States. The tragic events of September 11, 2001 so touch his emotions that he was compelled to create a painting commemorating that day. The resulting artwork, an oil-on-canvas painting entitled “America” was acquired by Mayor Rudy Giuliani and now hangs in the Mayor’s headquarters in New York City
Odalisque arménienne, ca. 1958
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Raff Boyadjian’s tribute to his favorite jazz group and song, “Take Five”, was recently acquired by the Brubeck Institute at the University of the Pacific. Dave Brubeck, the founder and leader of the DAve Brubeck Quartet, is considered to be one of the true giants of the jazz world. With a career spanning more than six decades, ha has been the seminal influence on many of today’s greatest jass musicians. Brubeck and his wife Lola are fans of Raff Boyadjian’s art, and are very pleased that the large oil-on-canvas painting, “Take Five”, will be on permanent display at the Brubeck Institute. The Institute is located in Stockton, California, and hosts an annual music festival featuring the work of internationally recognized musicians and gifted newcomers to the jazz scene Take five
Dave Brubeck with Raff Boyadjian The song “Take Five” is the most popular and requested jazz composition in the history of music
Text & pictures: Internet All copyrights belong to their respective owners Presentation: Sanda Foişoreanu www.slideshare.net/michaelasanda https://ma-planete.com/michaelasanda 2019 Sound: Dave Brubeck - Take Five
