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Constantine Garrievich Orbelian, Jr. He is named after his paternal uncle Konstantin Orbelyan , a major Armenian composer. Orbelian's appointment in as music director of the Moscow Chamber Orchestra was a breakthrough event: he is the first American ever to become music director of an ensemble in Russia. He was later the music director of the Philharmonia of Russia [ 6 ] and is the founder of the annual Palaces of St.

Petersburg International Music Festival. A tireless champion of Russian-American cultural exchange and international ambassadorship through his worldwide tours, Orbelian was awarded the coveted title "Honored Artist of Russia" in , a title never before bestowed on a non-Russian citizen. In the Consulate in San Francisco awarded him the Russian Order of Friendship Medal , [ 10 ] whose illustrious ranks include pianist Van Cliburn and conductor Riccardo Muti , and which singles out non-Russians whose work contributes to the betterment of international relations with the Russian Federation and its people.

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From his performance at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of the United Nations in San Francisco [ 11 ] to his performance at the U. State Department commemorating 70 years of diplomatic relations between Washington and Moscow, and a repeat State Department appearance in , [ 12 ] all with the Moscow Chamber Orchestra, Orbelian continues to use his artistic eminence in the cause of international goodwill.

He and his orchestras have also participated in cultural enrichment programs for young people in Russia and the U. In Orbelian was awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor , an award given to immigrants, or children of immigrants, who have made outstanding contributions to the United States. Orbelian has an extensive discography, including more than 60 releases for Delos Productions.

The same program was performed with the St. Orbelian's collaborations with Hvorostovsky also included recordings of sentimental songs in Moscow Nights [ 16 ] and Wait for Me , [ 17 ] and Verdi's Simon Boccanegra. Contents move to sidebar hide. Article Talk. Read Edit View history.