Vache Hovsepyan

Born in Yerevan. In 1951 he graduated from the R. Melikyan Music College in Yerevan. From 1945 he was a soloist of the Folk Instruments Ensemble of Armenian Television and Radio. His repertoire included Armenian folk and gusan melodies. His playing stood out for its clarity of national style, emotional depth and great mastery. He wrote dance tunes and songs. He toured with concerts in many countries. In 1977 he was awarded the title of People's Artist of Armenia. He died in Yerevan.