Valeri Lyoka Ghazaryan, an Artsakh native, is the inspiration and voice behind amazing songs such as “Es Der Gam,” “Hascen Im Nuynn A” and “Tun Tareq.” Lyoka was born and raised in Maragha, Martakert in Artsakh. During the Maragha massacre in 1992, his family was forced to flee and finally settled in Stepanakert. They have been forcibly displaced many times as Armenians – first to Stepanakert, then Nor Maraga, then back to Stepanakert and now Yerevan.
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I’m sorry I couldn’t make it. I’ve been thinking about how many people from Artsakh are now here and truly need support from the diaspora. I wish him success on his journey and have the utmost respect for our country members who care and are involved in supporting our homeland and its independence.
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Dear Talar, thank you so much for continuing to spotlight important Armenian figures. Lyoka is a wonderful Armenian role model for our youth as well as a talented musician!
✊🇦🇲 thank you!