1. With Dmitry Shostakovich
2. With Mstislav Rostropovich
3. Arno Arutyunovich Babajanyan is a famous Soviet musician. He is endowed with great composer talent. His pianistic skills are worthy of the highest praise. He is a musician with a comprehensive and thorough education.
Dmitry SHOSTAKOVICH
4. A brilliant composer, a brilliant pianist, a beloved neighbor and a devoted friend for many years – this is what the magnificent Arno was for me, who, despite his early death, managed to make a significant contribution to the music of his time.
Mstislav ROSTROPOVICH