From C.P.E. Bach to Cécile Chaminade, flute music in all its brilliance will resound in Yerevan this fall. The 2nd Yerevan International Flute Festival (YIFF), the largest flute festival in the region, takes place October 26–30, 2025, bringing world-class artists, educators, and audiences together in Armenia’s cultural capital.
Global Artists & Ensembles
The festival will showcase an impressive roster of performers from 13 countries, including soloists, chamber musicians, and orchestral players of international renown. Highlights include:
- Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Eduard Topchjan (Artistic Director and Principal Conductor)
- K.V. Art Ensemble, featuring:
- Narek Avagyan, conductor
- Astghik Ghukasyan, piano
- Ekaterina Ivanova, piano
Featured International Artists
- Vincent Lucas (France)
- Mario Bruno (Italy)
- Denis Lupachev (Russia)
- Evgeniya Spalinger (Switzerland)
- Dmitry Starinidi (Russia)
- Narek Melnikov (Russia)
Featured Armenian & Regional Artists
- Yerzhan Kushanov (Kazakhstan)
- Narok Avagyan (Armenia)
- Elen Virabyan (Russia/Armenia)
- Arman Abrahamyan (Armenia)
- Zara Parvanyan (Armenia)
Concerts, Masterclasses & Lectures
Beyond the concert stage, the festival offers around 100 lectures, masterclasses, and creative workshops. These sessions provide valuable opportunities for students and professionals to deepen their craft, learn from international masters, and explore diverse flute traditions.
Prestigious Venues
Events will be hosted in Yerevan’s most iconic cultural institutions:
- Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall (46 Mesrop Mashtots Ave.)
- Arno Babajanyan Concert Hall (2 Abovyan St.)
- Romanos Melikyan State Musical College (11 Mesrop Mashtots Ave.)
Leadership & Vision
The Yerevan International Flute Festival is led by Vardan Virabyan, Founder and Artistic Director. Under his vision, the festival has become a cultural bridge — connecting Armenian musical traditions with global artistry, and strengthening Yerevan’s reputation as an international music hub.
A Celebration of Culture & Connection
Presented by the Armenian State Philharmonia in partnership with the Flute Bridges International Association, this festival is not only a celebration of the flute but also of cultural diplomacy and artistic exchange. With world-class concerts, transformative masterclasses, and a unique mix of Armenian and international talent, YIFF 2025 promises to be a landmark event for the global flute community.
With its inspiring lineup and ambitious programming, the Yerevan International Flute Festival 2025 will stand as a milestone for both Armenia and the international flute world — a meeting point where tradition, innovation, and artistry unite.
