Anahid Ajemian

Anahid Marguerite Ajemian
Anahid Ajemian in 1974
Background information
Born(1924-01-26)January 26, 1924
Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
DiedJune 13, 2016(2016-06-13) (aged 92)
Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
OccupationMusician
InstrumentViolin
Formerly ofThe Composers Quartet

Anahid Marguerite Ajemian (Armenian: Անահիդ Մարգարիտ Աճեմյան; January 26, 1924 June 13, 2016) was an American violinist of Armenian descent. Her career in contemporary music began from her desire to help young composers of her generation get their compositions performed. Additionally, she enjoyed performing the music of established contemporary composers. She included these composers with the traditional repertoire in her performances.