Yamaha Artist Allen Vizzutti Awarded the Prestigious ITG Honorary Award

"I'm not dead yet or retiring!" proclaimed renowned Yamaha Trumpet Artist Allen Vizzutti as he accepted the 2017 ITG Honorary Award at this year's International Trumpet Guild Conference.

The International Trumpet Guild's Honorary Award recognizes individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the art of trumpet playing through performance, teaching, publishing, research and/or composition. Of the many contributions Allen Vizzutti has made throughout his career, his inspired love for music and his craft are perhaps the most invaluable. This was particularly evident during his acceptance speech at the President's Awards Banquet, as he concluded by reminding everyone in attendance that their main job as trumpeters is "to communicate happiness and joy to other people."

In addition, Allen was also presented with the esteemed Yamaha Legacy in Education award at the annual Yamaha Artist Breakfast, in recognition of his extraordinary service to and impact on the field of education. We are grateful to Allen for his tremendous contributions and we congratulate him on his many recent achievements!