Armadi Tsayn (Արմատի Ձայն), which means “Voices of the Roots” in Armenian, is a contemporary folk ensemble from Boston, MA. The band was co-founded by Sam Sjostedt and our very own Alek Surenian when they were both members of the Armenian Youth Federation. The group blends traditional Armenian melodies with modern influences and has played in major cities including Boston, Worcester, New York City, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Toronto and Yerevan, Armenia.

They will be performing for the first time in concert in the greater Chicago area to celebrate the 107th anniversary of the founding of the First Republic of Armenia!

Members of the ensemble are:

Samuel Sjostedt - Oud
Michael Kamalian - Clarinet
Filippo Goller - Bass
Grigori Balasanyan - Keyboard
Alek Surenian - Percussion

To learn more about Armadi Tsyan, here are some links on Linktree or you can watch below.

Tickets are:

$50 in advance or $60 at the door.
21 and under are $35 in advance or $40 at the door.

To purchase tickets, please click on the “Donate and Tickets” button. On-line ticket sales will end on May 31 at 6:00 pm. If you are unable to attend, a tax deductible donation will be very much appreciated. The ACAA is 501(c)3 non-profit.

Light mezze will be served, drinks for purchase.

For questions or to reserve a table, please call Armen Papazian at (224) 392-3325 or Aleena Surenian at (847) 961-8829 or email gomideh@chicagoarf.com.

Sponsored By:

Norair and Vanouhie Kazarian
Dombalagian Family

May 28th Celebration with Armadi Tsayn

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the Armenian All Saints Church and Community Center