YorgKaragian

YorgKaragian

Bio

Mathematician, Composer and Writer.
I have been awarded on many world composition competitions such as Maurice Ravel, Great American Song Contest, Film Music Contest. I have also published three music books and five classical music albums. I am an active scientist in the field of mathematics and music.
Honors and Awards:
1998 Special Mention from the Greek Ministry of Education at the National Classical Guitar Contest for high school students.
2015 First Place for the Nation Greece from Associazione Ravel at Maurice Ravel (First Edition), International Composition Competition Bergamo Italy 2015, Semifinalist and title of Greatly appreciated composer at Category B, composition for < 14 instruments.
2016 Finalist at 18th Great American Song Contest, at Category Instrumental.
2016 Third Prize from Associazione Ravel at Maurice Ravel (Second Edition), International Composition Competition Novara Italy 2016 chosen among the best composers in the world. Received third place and First place for the Nation Greece at Category D, composition for solo instrument.
2017 Special Award from Associazione Ravel at Film Music 2016 International Composition Competition Novara Italy 2017. Finalist at Classical Category Obtaining a Special Award on the Comedy genre.
2017 Finalist at 19th Great American Song Contest, at Category Instrumental.
2018 Finalist at 20th Great American Song Contest, at Category Instrumental.
2018 Honourable Mention from Associazione Ravel at Maurice Ravel (Third Edition), International Composition Competition Italy / Spain Alicante 2017 - 2018. Finalist - Obtaining Honourable mention and First place for the Nation Greece at Category All Existing Instruments.
Critics:
18th Great American Song Contest, Song "Guitar Tango" was chosen as a Finalist at the category Instrumental in the 18th Annual Great American Song Contest. Over 1800 songwriters from 44 countries competed in 2016, making this achievement impressive.
Instrumental Evaluation Summary:
"There’s so much to appreciate about this track. Laid-back jazz infused progression and expressive melody add up to a beautiful theme. The expressive – mildly dramatic and emotional! There’s no doubt you have musical talent. CONGRATULATIONS - We would look forward to hearing more from you in the coming years. Good luck in all of your musical endeavors and keep writing and recording . . Beautiful work!"
Film Music 2016 International Composition Competition Novara Italy 2017. Finalist at "Classical Category" Obtaining a "Special Award" on the "Comedy" genre. “ Greatly appreciated by the Jury. It was considered a great international talent. Chosen among the best composers in the world of this contest”.
JURY AND COLLABORATORS OF THE CONTEST
M° Gianmaria Griglio (conductor) - M° Silvano Pasini (conductor) - M° Riccardo Turcotti (conductor)
M° Alberto Repossi (chorus director) - M° Veronika Knyazeva (mezzo-soprano)
M° Maria Romanova (conductor) - M° Marco Romano (conductor)
M° Teodosio Bevilacqua (conductor) – New Europe Orchestra
Ravel Philharmonic Orchestra
19th Great American Song Contest, Song "Thelissis" was chosen as a Finalist at Category Instrumental, in the 19th Annual Great American Song Contest. Over 1750 songwriters from 40 countries competed in 2017, making this achievement more impressive.
Instumental Evaluation Summary :
"This song has a subtlety dramatic undertone. This music brilliantly imparts a melancholy atmosphere - and there is a cinematic quality to this theme that could potentially lend itself to film soundtracks. This is impressive work - C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S - we wish you luck with your songs and music. Keep pressing on with your Muse!".
Maurice Ravel International Composition Competition, third edition Italy / Spain Alicante 2017 - 2018. Finalist - Obtaining Honourable mention with the composition "Sirocco" and First place for the Nation Greece, Category : All Existing Instruments.
"Composer greatly appreciated by the Jury, considered a great International talent chosen among the best composers in the world of this contest. Excellent attention to details and correct notation in every part. The composer has proven great creativity, with new original musical ideas and high level of musical preparation".
20th Great American Song Contest, Song "Samba N'Oublier pas Paris" was chosen as a Finalist at Category Instrumental, in the 20th Annual Great American Song Contest. Over 2000 songwriters from 44 countries competed in 2018, making your achievement more impressive.
Instumental Evaluation Summary :
"Well played, and beautifully arranged, love the organic flair of this entertaining composition. There’s no doubt that you have talent for this easily exceeding in this instrumental category. As a result, this song has achieved finalist status - Congratulations - we wish you continued success in your musical and songwriting endeavors!".