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​​Seattle Weekly described his interpretation of Beethoven's Symphony Nr. 1 as "confident, convincing, lyrically phrased, excellent tempo, well-rehearsed and an exciting debut. Arakelyan took all four movements at a good clip. Probably most of the 20-somethings filling the place were new to Beethoven’s First. The group provided what must have been a gripping first impression."

"Led by Arakelyan, a highly-esteemed conductor across the Pacific Northwest, the all-volunteer group will perform three classical pieces composed by Alan Hovhaness, Brenno Blauth, and Leoš Janácek. Arakelyan has brought a new level of competence to the nonprofit, bringing an annual chamber music program and a higher degree of passion and pride. Under the instruction of Arakelyan, the group’s sound and tone is anything but amateur..."
- The Leader  (Click here for full article).

"Maestro Arakelyan is following his rousing audition concert last April with a concert entitled A Night at the Ballet, Opera and Symphony." ​​- Port Ludlow Voice​ 

During his time with the orchestra (PTSO), the group saw a swell of musical confidence, a rebranding, a robust and sometimes unconventional programming calendar, which included music from local composers, showcasing local soloists and bringing in distinguished soloists from elsewhere. Arakelyan started a chamber music series and a young artist competition. He increased the orchestra’s visibility by hosting a radio show on KPTZ 91.9 FM for two years. In addition to his interest in bringing classical music into unconventional spaces, Arakelyan has maintained an interest in bringing the many genres of music into classical music. -  Peninsula Daily News (Click here for full article)
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"...under Arakelyan's baton flawlessly performs pieces by Brahms, del Borgo ​and Corelli. The Senior Orchestra nails a complex program that includes works by Rossini and Mussorgsky." - Bainbridge Magazine
​"Rising Star" - The Armenian Mirror-Spectator
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"Arakelyan started conducting at the age of 22, and has worked with young musicians for his entire career. He has clearly found his calling."- Bainbridge Magazine​
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Arakelyan is beginning his third season with the orchestra, which has grown significantly during the past few years" ​- Peninsula Daily News

​​"Showed impeccable breath control, flawless playing and musicality."- New Armenia Daily
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