Biography and artistry
- Born: June 27, 1980, in Damascus, Syria.
- Education: Studied classical singing and piano in Damascus before relocating to Paris around 2011.
- Musical style: A soprano who fuses Arabic folk with Armenian influences, jazz, fado, and classical forms.
- Languages: Sings primarily in Arabic and Armenian, often multilingual.
- Career highlights: International performances across Europe and the Middle East; winner of the Radio Monte Carlo Moyen-Orient Musique prize (with Basel Rajoub) in 2006; named among Arabian Business's 500 most influential Arabs in 2010.
Discography highlights
- Journey (2019) – collaboration with Cafe De Anatolia
- Lawnan (2016)
- Ghazl El Banat (2013)
- Shamat (2007)
- Hal Asmar Ellon (2006)
Selected singles and recent work
- Recent 2025 singles: Suhab, Hilwa Ya Baladi, Sar El Wa2et, Ehtimal, Ajaban, Ah Ya Laly; Ya Zarif and Amouri appear on select platforms.
- Earlier notable singles: Khayt El Kassab (2015), Shwey W Byehda El Omer (2015), Sareri Hovin Mernem (2016), Yakhi Ana Souriyeh (2019), Remember (2020).
Awards & recognition
- Radio Monte Carlo Moyen-Orient Musique prize (2006, with Basel Rajoub)
- Arabian Business: 500 most influential Arabs (2010)
- Arab News features and festival coverage around 2017
Upcoming tour information (2025)
- Istanbul – Istanbul Kongre Merkezi Harbiye Oditoryumu (May 23, 2025)
- Montreal – Festival du Monde Arabe, Place Des Arts – Cinquième Salle (November 9, 2025)
- Stockholm – Kulturhuset Stadsteatern (Global Sounds Festival) (November 23, 2025)
For fans and new listeners alike, Lena Chamamyan’s voice offers a nuanced journey through cultures and languages. Follow her on social media for updates, releases, and live performance news.