John Bilezikjian Plays the Classical Work of Armenian Composer Kemani Tatyos Ekserciyan, Sequence 2

John Bilezikjian plays a classical middle eastern piece by renown Armenian composer Kemani Tatyos Eksercijian (Kemani Tatyos Efendi), Sequence 2, July 18, 2013.

The artist's commentary follows the performance.

John Bilezikjian performed this exclusive recital on July 18, 2013, produced by Camera 1 Productions in Orange County, CA.

Mr. Bilezikjian was a virtuoso on the oud, had over 80 film credits as both a performer and composer, had toured both throughout the United States and Europe, had performed in Carnegie Hall and as a featured soloist with a major philharmonic orchestra.

Mr. Bilezikjian held a Bachelor's degree in music and was a historian and expert on multiple cultural music forms throughout historic Anatolia.

John spoke eight languages, taught oud technique and musicianship to students and performed regularly in a variety of venues throughout the Southland.

John passed away January 19, 2015. Donations gratefully accepted by The John Bilezikjian Foundation to sustain his legacy and his music.

Camera, sound, lighting, direction and editing by Thomas Kalajian.