Armenian Public Radio: Archive 1.0.1

The Armenian Radio Public Archive offers a comprehensive collection suitable for music enthusiasts and history aficionados alike. Gain free access to a vast array of unique and rare digitized content, including songs, radio programs, soundtracks, children’s programs, talk shows, and more. Delve into biographies and photos documenting the lives of Armenia’s most influential artists and thinkers from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Since its establishment in 1937, the Public Radio has meticulously preserved an extensive archive of all its iconic programming. From Paruyr Sevak reciting his poetry to Haykanush Danielyan performing Hovhannes Toumanian’s Anoush Opera, and exclusive interviews with notable figures such as Avetik Isahakyan, Aram Khachatoorian, William Saroyan, Karen Demirchyan, and others – the archive showcases a wealth of valuable content.

Each audio piece is complemented by background information provided through photos and biographies. Discover new recordings added daily, uncover the stories of historical and contemporary legends, or immerse yourself in the world of Radio Theatre within this multilingual archive. Whether you are researching a project or aiming to explore the Soviet Armenian cultural legacy, this archive serves as a well-organized gateway to Armenia's past.

Spanning from the Soviet Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic era to the present Republic of Armenia, the archive captures the transformations and key historical events of this culturally rich nation. The digitization initiative commenced in 2016 as a dedication by Armenian Public Radio to preserve its vast collection for posterity. The ongoing efforts entail digitizing numerous reel-to-reel tapes, CDs, vinyl records, with each piece promptly uploaded to the archive upon completion.

Embark on your journey into Armenia's past today by accessing this extensive archive now made available to the public.