Who was Alexander Arutiunian?
Q: Who was Alexander Arutiunian?
A: Alexander Arutiunian was an Armenian composer and pianist, widely-known particularly for his Trumpet concerto.
Q: Where did he study composition?
A: He studied composition with Genrikh Litinsky at the Music Conservatory of Yerevan.
Q: What awards did he receive?
A: He was awarded by the State Prizes of USSR (1949) and Armenia (1970), People's Artist of the USSR (1970) and Armenian SSR (1964) honorary titles, "St Mesrop Mashtots" and "Khorenatsi" Armenian medals, "Alexandrov" Gold medal (1976), "St Sahak and St Mesrop" Order by Holy Etchmiadzin (2004).
Q: What is his most famous work?
A: His most famous work is his Trumpet Concerto.
Q: How has his music been received internationally?
A: His works have been quickened by the folk traditions of Armenian music, and have received acclaim both at home and abroad. Some of Arutiunian's works for wind instruments have secured their place in the international repertory, having been performed by conductors such as Valeri Gergiev.
Q: When did he compose his Violin Concerto “Armenia-88”?
A: He composed his Violin Concerto “Armenia-88” in 1988.
