Komitas

Komitas was an influential Armenian priest, musicologist, and composer who collected, studied, and preserved Armenian folk music in the early 20th century. His work helped formalize Armenian musical traditions, combining sacred and secular songs into a unified cultural expression. Despite suffering personal tragedy during the Armenian Genocide, his contributions remain vital in understanding Armenian identity and musical heritage. Komitas's compositions and research continue to inspire musicians and scholars worldwide, making him a key figure in both ethnomusicology and Armenian cultural history.