Michel Petrossian (born c. 1970s) is a French‑Armenian composer and performer, noted for his work in contemporary classical music and for his virtuosity on the duduk, a traditional Armenian double‑reed woodwind instrument.
Education and career
Petrossian pursued his musical studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris (CNSMDP), where he received training in composition as well as in traditional Armenian music. Following his graduation, he has been active as a composer, creating works for solo instruments, chamber ensembles, and orchestra. In addition to composing, Petrossian performs regularly on the duduk, integrating the instrument’s distinctive timbre into modern concert settings.
Musical style and activities
Petrossian’s compositions are characterized by the juxtaposition of contemporary Western techniques with elements drawn from Armenian folk traditions. His music has been programmed at various festivals and concert series dedicated to new music, and he has collaborated with ensembles and soloists specializing in contemporary repertoire.
Teaching and outreach
He has held teaching positions at French conservatories, where he has instructed students in composition and in the performance of traditional Armenian instruments.
Recognition
Petrossian’s contributions have been acknowledged within the contemporary music community, and his works have been recorded and broadcast by several European radio stations.
Note: Specific biographical details such as exact birth year, comprehensive catalogue of works, and awards are not fully documented in publicly available encyclopedic sources.