Ara Malikian

Ara Malikian returns to Athens on June 25 for a performance at Lycabettus Theater. The Lebanese-born violinist of Armenian descent has an extensive repertoire, ranging from Bach to adaptations of Led Zeppelin's greatest hits. Tickets start from 49.50 euros at more.com.

In the garage where he sought shelter from bombs in his native Lebanon, Ara Malikian discovered the power of music.

The bearded and heavily tattooed 52-year-old paid homage to this childhood hiding spot in his latest album released online in January called "Petit Garage".

With a stop in Athens for his 50-country Royal Garage World Tour, Ara Malikian will astound audiences with his innovative violin-playing. The messy-haired Spanish musician has an extensive repertoire, ranging from Bach to adaptations of Led Zeppelin's greatest hits.

Istanbul's Cemal Re?it Rey Concert Hall (CRR) will host the Violins of the World Festival on March 1 and 2. Coordinated by violinist Cihat A?k?n, the festival will host violin virtuosos including Ara Malikian, Ayla Erduran, Ani Schnarch and Yarub Smarait, as well as the world-known violin production masters and Grammy award-winning Parker Quartet.