Aram Demirjian named recipient of 2020 Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award

The Solti Foundation U.S. has named Aram Demirjian the 11th Solti Fellow in the Foundation’s 20-year history. The largest grant currently given to American conductors in the formative years of their careers, the prestigious $30,000 grant is given annually to a single promising American conductor 38 years of age or younger. A recipient of The Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award may use the financial portion of the grant in various ways to specifically advance his/her career, whether it be further studies, language study, purchases of scores, or travel.

“During this time of social distancing, it is uplifting to be able to share positive news,” said Foundation Board Chair Penny Van Horn. “We have observed Aram’s growth as a conductor over the past several years, first awarding him a Career Assistance Award in 2017, and are pleased to now award him with The Solti Fellow. He has grown steadily in his craft and is innovative in his approach to classical music. Congratulations, Aram! We look forward to seeing what your future holds.”