Armen Chakmakian

**Armen Chakmakian** is a multi-talented musician and composer known for blending Armenian folk traditions with contemporary world music and new age vibes. A former keyboardist for the Grammy-winning band Shadowfax (contributing to their 1990s work), he’s also crafted soundtracks for video games like *Civilization VI*, where his collaboration with composer Christopher Tin on “Sogno di Volare” became iconic. His solo work, including recent releases like *Into the Blue*, *Caravans*, and *Ceremonies*, weaves rich textures of global instrumentation with electronic grooves, often nodding to his Armenian heritage. When he’s not creating immersive soundscapes, Armen collaborates with artists across genres, bringing a soulful, cross-cultural flair to every project.