Legendary guitarist Brian May says STARMUS fulfilled his dream to visit Armenia
Queen's legendary guitarist Brian May, co-founder of STARMUS festival, says his dream to visit Armenia has finally come true.
The musician visited Yerevan to attend STARMUS VI, a global festival of science communication and art that brings together the most brilliant minds on the planet. He was awarded the Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication at the official opening of the festival at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concerts Complex on Monday.
“To be in Armenia is a big thrill. I was never here in my life and I am very excited. I wish I had longer to see some of the country,” he told a news conference on Tuesday.
The guitarist noted after the 1988 earthquake he was very concerned about Armenia, tying to help the country with other musicians.
“At that time I wished that I could come to Armenia, but it wasn’t possible. Now this fulfills my dream and I am very happy,” the rock legend said.
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