Sergey Balasanian

Full biography Sergey Balasanian

Sergey Artemyevich Balasanian was a Soviet Armenian composer who was born on August 13 , 1902, in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan and died on June 13, 1982, in Moscow, Russia. Balasanian was known for being a prolific composer who wrote numerous works for orchestra, choir, and soloists. He was also a teacher of composition at the Moscow Conservatory, where he trained many young composers.

Balasanian wrote the first Tajik opera "The Snake Charmer" and also composed music for numerous films. He was highly respected in the Soviet Union and his music was performed by many prominent orchestras and conductors of his time. Balasanian's music is known for blending elements of Armenian and Russian folk music, and his work for the trumpet is particularly renowned for its melodic and Russian-influenced style.

In addition to his many compositions, Balasanian also wrote a method book for the trumpet titled "School of Trumpet Playing," which is considered a valuable resource for trumpet players to this day. Balasanian's music has been recorded by numerous performers and ensembles, and some of his works are still performed in concerts and recitals today.