Raffi Mikael (a.k.a. Raffi Mikaelian) is an American conductor of Lebanese and Armenian heritage whose artistic identity reflects a rich cultural diversity and a deep commitment to bridging musical traditions across borders.
Conductor & Music Director of the “Paros Chamber Choir” and Conductor at “The National Opera & Ballet Theatre of Armenia”.
With a career spanning choral and orchestral music, Raffi Mikael has cultivated a distinctive artistic voice shaped by his multicultural background and his work in Armenia and internationally. His leadership of the Paros Chamber Choir and the Havatamk Choir has brought both ensembles to international competition stages, earning prestigious awards, including First Prize and Best Conductor honors with Havatamk.
His artistic work in Armenia has also included performances at the prestigious Armenian National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet, reflecting his engagement with the country’s vibrant musical heritage. Through his conducting, Raffi Mikael champions artistic excellence, cultural dialogue, and the universal power of music to unite people across nations and traditions.Media
A.Khachaturian Spartacus, "Adagio"
A.Hovhaness: "Prayer of St. Gregory"
Faure "Pavane"
J.S. Bach Concerto for Two Violins, mov.1
G.Aprikian "La Naissance de David de Sassoun" Oratorio
Mirzoyan “Shushanik”