Bands & artists like Aram Khachaturian

If you like Aram Khachaturian, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

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Artists to try next

Dmitri Shostakovich

Dmitri Shostakovich

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Shostakovich's symphonic works often blend tension and release with intricate string arrangements and impactful brass.

chamber music opera symphony
Aaron Copland

Aaron Copland

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Copland's use of expansive orchestral textures and folk elements resonates with the vibrant layers found in Khachaturian's compositions.

classical music opera symphony
Igor Stravinsky

Igor Stravinsky

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Stravinsky's innovative orchestration and rhythmic complexity provide a similar sonic landscape to Khachaturian's works.

20th-century classical music chamber music opera
Leonard Bernstein

Leonard Bernstein

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Bernstein’s dramatic orchestration and blending of classical with popular elements reflect the vibrant textures characteristic of Khachaturian.

classical music opera symphony
Carl Orff

Carl Orff

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Orff's powerful choral and orchestral works utilize strong rhythms and bold instrumentation, similar to the dramatic flair of Khachaturian.

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Ottorino Respighi

Ottorino Respighi

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Respighi’s colorful orchestration and vivid imagery in works like 'Pines of Rome' align well with the textural richness present in Khachaturian.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Aram Khachaturian?

Artists similar to Aram Khachaturian include Dmitri Shostakovich, Aaron Copland, Igor Stravinsky and Leonard Bernstein. Each shares elements of Aram Khachaturian's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Aram Khachaturian?

Aram Khachaturian is primarily known for symphony, chamber music and concerto. Layers of strings interlace with vibrant brass passages, creating an expansive texture that oscillates between tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Aram Khachaturian?

If you enjoy Aram Khachaturian, start with Dmitri Shostakovich — their album "Symphonies 10 & 13 "Babiy Yar"" is a great entry point. Shostakovich's symphonic works often blend tension and release with intricate string arrangements and impactful brass.