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Alexander Arutunian (1920-2012) Trumpet Concerto is one of the most important
Trumpet Concertos since modern era. This piece was written in 1950, and had
captured the hearts of the audiences with its folk music style, beautiful and emotional
melodies, and many virtuoso phrases. Because of his musical style, he became an
international one of the most well-known composers.
Arutiunian’s Trumpet Concerto was inspired by a good friend, Zolak Vartasarian. He
was served as Principal Trumpet at Yerrevan Opera in the capital of the Republic of
Armenia.
This thesis discusses the background and the writing process of the A Flat Major
Trumpet Concerto, including the personal life of the composer and the history of
Armenia during the time, and other important pieces in the same period. The research
also includes comparisons of different performers of this piece, such as how they
interpreted this work and analyses the theme, motive, structure and harmonic aspects
of the work, in order to deeper research the structure of this concerto piece, and to
provide future performers of this Trumpet Concerto with more concepts and ideas to
interpret this work.
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