Arman Peshtmaljyan

Arman Peshtmaljyan is an Armenian composer, pianist, arranger, and music producer whose work blends jazz with Armenian folk traditions and contemporary genres including funk, dream pop, lo-fi hip hop & psychedelic soul. Known for his genre-crossing sound, he creates music that connects cultural heritage with modern sonic exploration. Educated at the Yerevan State Conservatory after Komitas and later at the Basel Academy of Music – Jazzcampus in Switzerland, Peshtmaljyan developed a distinctive artistic voice shaped by both classical training and experimental production. Alongside his solo work, he performs with the State Jazz Orchestra of Armenia and the internationally acclaimed Armenian Navy Band, while also collaborating with projects including Yerevan Calling and zestengusto. With over 250 original and collaborative works, Peshtmaljyan has received more than 30 international awards. His work continues to expand the global presence of Armenian music.

Yerevan, Armenia