Armen Krakirian

Armen Krakirian is an accomplished trumpeter and educator based in the Bay Area, California, holding a Jazz Trumpet Performance degree from Oberlin Conservatory (2023). Mentored by renowned virtuoso Dr. Eddie Henderson, he has performed with notable artists including Gerald Cannon, Gary Bartz, and Billy Hart, drawing inspiration from hard bop legends while incorporating influences from electronic, hip-hop, and classical music.