YEREVAN. – A joint concert of the Armenian and British military bands took place at Republic Square of Yerevan on Wednesday evening. (photos)

The event was attended by Armenian Defense Minister Seyran Ohanyan, representatives of the British Embassy in Armenia, Nick Wilkes, UK Defense Attaché Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan, the military and other guests.

The Salamanca Band and Bugles Of The Rifles British Army band and the band of the Armenian Defense Ministry first performed separately and then played together directed by the British and then the Armenian conductor. The musicians performed Armenian and British melodies and anthems of both countries.

Defense Minister Seyran Ohanyan thanked musicians, noting that similar events contribute to improvement of relations between the nations. The Minister handed over gifts to the guests from Britain.

The previous concerts took place at the Cascade and Freedom Square.

Photos by Arsen Sargsyan/NEWS.am