BELMONT, Mass. — On Saturday, June 21, the sanctuary of Holy Cross Armenian Catholic Church resonated with the sounds of unity and diversity as violinist Haig Hovsepian and cellist Dilshod Narzillaev presented “The Universal Language,” a concert in honor of World Music Day.
Drawing a warm and enthusiastic audience, the performance showcased a thoughtfully curated program that highlighted music’s power to transcend borders. Hovsepian and Narzillaev selected works by composers of varying nationalities, backgrounds, and musical styles — each piece offering a unique voice, contributing to a shared message of global connection.
The program featured works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Andrea Casarrubios, Reinhold Glière, Astor Piazzolla, Komitas/Aslamazyan and Handel/Halvorsen.
Each composer brought a distinct cultural and stylistic voice to the evening, from classical masterworks to folk-inspired arrangements and contemporary reflections. Together, the selections created a vibrant musical journey across time and geography, embodying the spirit of World Music Day.
The duo’s performance wove together cultural threads from across the world, reminding listeners that while languages may differ, music speaks to all. The program reflected the spirit of World Music Day with both elegance and intention, embracing the richness of international artistry through the intimate and expressive voices of violin and cello.
The evening opened with a warm welcome from Very Rev. Ghazar Bedrossian, pastor of Holy Cross Armenian Catholic Church, who offered words of reflection on the universal power of music to uplift the human spirit and bring people together.
