KOHAR Symphony Orchestra & Choir (frequently known as KOHAR) of Gyumri, Armenia, is the most popular orchestra in its rendition of 'All Time Armenian Favorites', with innovative and revised arrangement and orchestration, which has become the trademark name of its Armenian music and songs.
KOHAR was founded in 1997 as an independent musical and cultural institution by the Armenian culture patron, Harout Khatchadourian of Lebanon, who along with his brothers, Shahe and Nar Khatchadourian, entirely sustain the activities of KOHAR and all its concerts in tribute to their parents; in memory of their late father Aram and in honor of their mother Kohar.
The aim of KOHAR is to bring joy and pleasure to the Armenian Diaspora, as well as to assist in keeping the Armenian identity and heritage alive through supporting the Armenian teacher, the AYP PEN KIM (Armenian Alphabet) and wave the flags of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia.