Ara Malikian

Ara Malikian

Ara Malikian, a virtuoso violinist of Lebanese origin and Armenian descent, has made music both his refuge and the guiding thread of his life. Born in Beirut in 1968, his childhood was marked by the Lebanese civil war, which forced him to seek refuge in music while studying in basements and bomb shelters. Despite adversity, his innate talent quickly became evident, captivating everyone around him.

At just 12 years old, Ara Malikian gave his first major concert, astonishing audiences with his virtuosity. At 14, his destiny took an unexpected turn when conductor Hans Herbert-Jöris, impressed by his talent, awarded him a scholarship from the German government to study at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover. He later refined his skills at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where he studied with some of the world’s most renowned maestros.

Ara Malikian’s career has risen spectacularly. At the age of 15, he recorded his first album in Spain and, since then, has collaborated with renowned artists on stages such as the Teatro Real in Madrid, the Royal Albert Hall in London and Luna Park in Argentina, among others. His unique style, blending diverse musical genres with a distinctive sensitivity, has made him one of the most acclaimed violinists on the international scene.