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Movses Pogossian, known for blending the legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach with living composers, is an Armenian-born violinist celebrated for contemporary works, multimedia performances, and education leadership. A UCLA Distinguished Professor of Violin, Pogossian founded and advises UCLA’s Armenian Music Program, guiding new generations of musicians in bridging traditional repertoire with modern creative voices. His artistry spans solo violin with electronics, extended techniques, and collaborative commissions, all while honoring Bach’s enduring influence.

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On stage and in the studio, Pogossian champions premieres and multidisciplinary projects, positioning Inspired by Bach as a pivotal force in 21st-century classical music. He brings a thoughtful, precise approach to performance, weaving historical repertoire with innovative sound worlds.

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Upcoming in 2025, Pogossian brings intimate concerts and bold collaborations to audiences in California. From the Sunset Chamberfest in Pasadena on June 6, 2025 to a Movses Pogossian recital with the St. Matthew’s Music Guild in Santa Monica on September 26, 2025, listeners can expect program notes that illuminate the connections between Bach’s legacy and new music. Secure your seats through Gold Coast Tickets for a transparent, dependable purchasing experience—we’ve got you covered.

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For more on Pogossian’s career, official announcements and opportunities live on UCLA’s pages and festival schedules.

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Quick Facts About Inspired by Bach

  • Artist overview: Movses Pogossian is an Armenian-born violinist, UCLA Distinguished Professor of Violin, and founder/advisor of UCLA’s Armenian Music Program; renowned for premiering new works and bridging Bach’s legacy with living composers.
  • Album highlight: Inspired By Bach (New Focus Recordings, 2018) features Kaija Saariaho, Gabriela Lena Frank, and Andrew McIntosh – works inspired by Bach for solo violin with electronics and ensemble elements.
  • Genre/musical style: A champion of contemporary music and multimedium performance (solo violin with electronics, extended techniques, and collaborative commissions) alongside Bach-centered repertoire.
  • Major discography (most recent first): Serenade with a Dandelion (2024, New Focus); Hommage à Kurtág (2022, New Focus); Con Anima (2020, ECM); Modulation Necklace: New Music from Armenia (2020, New Focus); Inspired By Bach (2018, New Focus); J.S. Bach: Six Sonatas and Partitas for Unaccompanied Violin (2017, New Focus); In Nomine (2011, Albany); Blooming Sounds (2005, Albany).
  • 2025 tour highlights: Sunset Chamberfest in Pasadena (June 6, 2025) and Movses Pogossian concert with the St. Matthew’s Music Guild in Santa Monica (September 26, 2025), with program notes and venue details available publicly.
  • Awards/achievements: Prize winner at the 1986 Tchaikovsky International Competition; First Prize at the 1985 USSR National Violin Competition; Jacaranda Forte Award (2011); numerous premieres and leadership roles (UCLA Armenian Music Program, Dilijan Chamber Music Series).

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Inspired by Bach Discography

  • Serenade with a Dandelion: Armenian Chamber Music, Old and New
    2024 · New Focus Recordings
  • Hommage à Kurtág
    2022 · New Focus Recordings
  • Con Anima
    2020 · ECM
  • Modulation Necklace: New Music from Armenia
    2020 · New Focus Recordings
  • Inspired By Bach
    2018 · New Focus Recordings
  • J.S. Bach: Six Sonatas and Partitas for Unaccompanied Violin
    2017 · New Focus Recordings
  • In Nomine
    2011 · Albany Records
  • Blooming Sounds
    2005 · Albany Records

The hits

Top Inspired by Bach Songs

  • In Nomine – Signs, Games and Messages: In Nomine – all’ongharese
    2022 · N/A
  • Violin Partita No. 1 in B Minor, BWV 1002 VI. Double (from J.S. Bach: Six Sonatas and Partitas for Unaccompanied Violin)
    2017 · N/A

Upcoming in 2025, Pogossian brings intimate concerts and bold collaborations to audiences in California. From the Sunset Chamberfest in Pasadena on June 6, 2025 to a Movses Pogossian recital with the St. Matthew’s Music Guild in Santa Monica on September 26, 2025, listeners can expect program notes that illuminate the connections between Bach’s legacy and new music. Secure your seats through Gold Coast Tickets for a transparent, dependable purchasing experience—we’ve got you covered.

For more on Pogossian’s career, official announcements and opportunities live on UCLA’s pages and festival schedules.

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