Music and Dance

Armenian Music and Dance Quiz

Explore the rich traditions of Armenian music and dance that have shaped cultural identity for centuries.

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What is the historical significance of the Garni Temple’s location in Armenian music?

A. It was a site for ancient music festivals.

B. Acoustic experiments were conducted there in ancient times.

C. It served as a backdrop for religious hymns.

D. All of the above

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What is the name of the Armenian dance often performed by men, showcasing their strength and agility?

A. Papuri

B. Yarkhushta

C. Ververi

D. Gyond

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Which Armenian dance was inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2010?

A. Tamzara

B. Shalakho

C. Yarkhushta

D. Kochari

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The "Symphony of Lamentations" is a famous work by which 20th-century Armenian composer?

A. Aram Khachaturian

B. Tigran Mansurian

C. Komitas

D. Alexander Arutiunian

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Which contemporary Armenian jazz pianist has gained international recognition for blending Armenian folk with modern jazz?

A. Tigran Hamasyan

B. Arno Babajanian

C. Levon Malkhasyan

D. Ruben Hakhverdyan

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What is the name of the energetic Armenian dance performed as a mock battle?

A. Yarkhushta

B. Kochari

C. Shalakho

D. Tamzara

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The song “Krunk” (The Crane) is a well-known piece by which Armenian music pioneer?

A. Arno Babajanian

B. Komitas

C. Sayat-Nova

D. Tigran Hamasyan

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Which Armenian composer is known for his classical work “Sabre Dance”?

A. Komitas

B. Aram Khachaturian

C. Alexander Arutiunian

D. Tigran Mansurian

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What is the name of the traditional Armenian circle dance often performed at weddings and celebrations?

A. Kochari

B. Shalakho

C. Yarkhushta

D. Halay

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Which Armenian instrument, made of apricot wood, is famous for its melancholic and soulful sound?

A. Zurna

B. Kanun

C. Oud

D. Duduk

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