The "Young Virtuosos" ensemble of the Armenian Missionary Association of America (AMAA) was founded in August 1996, in Yerevan under the direction and leadership of the AMAA Representative in Armenia, Rev. Rene Leonian, together with Samvel Avanessian as the Artistic Director. It was one of the favorite projects of the late Rev. Movses Janbazian, the Executive Director of the Association. The ensemble is made up of 6 children aged 9-14 years who study at top music schools in Yerevan.

In a very short period of time the group became famous and loved both by Armenian and non- Armenian audiences. The "Young Virtuosos" have given concerts in various cities in Armenia as well as in Europe (Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Strasburg, Valence, London, etc.), in the Middle East (Lebanon, Syria), in the U.S. and Canada. They have also appeared on Armenian and French TV.

February 27 ­ March 24 the "Young Virtuosos" ensemble gave concerts in Australia, having received an invitation from the Armenian Evangelical Church of Australia. The children performed in Sydney (2 big concerts), in Melbourne (2 concerts), in Armenian and non-Armenian schools. On their way back they stayed in the Arabic Emirates for 4 days, where they gave 2 more concerts.

This "Young Virtuosos" ensemble of the AMAA is a great joy and source of pride for Armenia. This ensemble is part of the various programs of the AMAA (humanitarian, cultural, educational and Christian education). Through this program the AMAA wishes to encourage the talented young people of Armenia.