Benefit: Soviet/Armenian Earthquake Relief Fund Title: A Musical Appeal for the Soviet/Armenian Earthquake Relief Fund of The American Red Cross Note that the selection "Elegie" by Massenet, performed by Placido Domingo and Mstislav Rostropovich, was added from a handwritten note included with printed concert program. A review of this performance published in the New York Times confirms that Domingo accompanied himself on piano while Rostropovich played an obbligato part on cello. Kozinn, Allan. "Classical World Joins Politicians to Aid Armenians." New York Times (1923-), Feb 23 1989, p. 1. ProQuest. Web. 5 Mar. 2024. NEW YORK PREMIERE of Loris Tjeknavorian's ARMENIAN ELEGY symphony orchestra performance benefit performance multiple performances 1989-02-21T20:00:00