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YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 21, ARMENPRESS: People's Artist of Armenia Ruben Matevosian was awarded with the golden "Varpet" (Master) medal on the initiative of the mayor of Gyumri, Vardan Ghukasian. The surprise gift and the medal were given to the beloved singer at the beginning of the concert held in Vardan Achemyan theater, Armenpress reports. The singer noted that being recognized as a Master in the ''city of masters'' was the best gift he had had in 70 years.
The concert celebrating the singer's 70th birthday was a unique opportunity for the citizens of Gyumri to enjoy old and new songs once more. The singer emphasized the importance of the concert in Gyumri calling it a "report of the work done in past years".