There are many good and different performers in Russian show business. Igor Sarukhanov takes his rightful place in this constellation. For many years his songs have been delighting listeners of different ages and social status.
Childhood and youth
The future entertainer and songwriter was born on April 6, 1956 in an intelligent Soviet family. Parents at that time lived in the famous city of Samarkand, which is located in Uzbekistan. My father was engaged in scientific research in the field of secondary engineering. Mother worked as a teacher of Russian language and literature. By nationality they were Armenians. When the boy was four years old, the head of the family was transferred to the city of Dolgoprudny, Moscow Region. Here he was to defend his thesis.
Igor from a young age demonstrated vocal and musical abilities. To ensure the harmonious development of the child, his mother enrolled him in a music school. As it often happens, Sarukhanov in high school was seriously carried away by creativity. By that time, he perfectly mastered the technique of playing the guitar. Moreover, he famously performed courtyard and thieves songs, for which he was respected by local hooligans. The beginning maestro organized a vocal and instrumental ensemble, which was invited to various festive events. The guys even received good fees.
Musical creativity
At school, Sarukhanov studied well, but did not show due diligence. Having received a certificate of maturity, he decided to professionally engage in vocal and instrumental creativity. He performed with his group at discotheques and restaurants. Parents tried to protest and guide their son on the true path. However, Igor categorically refused to enter a technical university. While there were discussions about the future of the young man in the house, the time came and Sarukhanov was drafted into the armed forces. The place of service for him was determined by the Song and Dance Ensemble of the Moscow Military District.
With a little pose it became apparent that it was a sign of fate. In the army ensemble, Igor met with the then-famous performer Stas Namin. They performed together at various shows, marches and parades. After demobilization, Sarukhanov already had enough experience to perform on stage professionally. He was invited to the cult group "Blue Bird". As part of this ensemble, guitarist Sarukhanov went on tour in the most isolated places of the Soviet Union. For several years he performed as a member of VIA "Flowers".
