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Sir Vartan Melkonian: From Beirut street child to the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Sir Vartan Melkonian began his life as an Armenian refugee in Lebanon, spending his early years in an orphanage outside Beirut, followed by living rough on the streets for many years. He is now a renowned musician, conductor and composer. Zeinab Badawi hears his remarkable story.

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23 minutes

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Sun 4 Apr 2021 21:06GMT

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  • Fri 2 Apr 2021 07:06GMT
  • Fri 2 Apr 2021 14:06GMT
  • Fri 2 Apr 2021 21:06GMT
  • Sun 4 Apr 2021 21:06GMT

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