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One of the most sought-after conductors in the Pacific
Northwest, French conductor/composer Christophe Chagnard is an all-around
musician acclaimed for his finely-etched performances and charismatic
approach to music. As co-founder of the Northwest Sinfonietta, in a few
short years Mr. Chagnard has built the “finest chamber orchestra” in the
Northwest and performs regularly with some of the biggest names in music
including Nadja Salerno Sonnenberg, Lynn Harrell and Richard Stoltzman. Mr.
Chagnard is also Music Director of the Lake Union Civic Orchestra and
Director of Orchestras at the University of Puget Sound. Most recently, Mr.
Chagnard received the 2006 Outstanding Achievement in the Arts Award
bestowed by Arts Fund.
A gifted communicator, Mr. Chagnard draws audiences into a piece of music
with a direct approach that is compelling and distinctly his own. He has
been praised by The News Tribune as an “intensely musical conductor given
sometimes to attempting unconventional performances.” With a repertoire that
cuts across the symphonic, opera, ballet and choral repertories, Mr.
Chagnard brings the finely-honed sensibilities of the chamber musician to
orchestral performance. A commitment to music of our time, a keen interest
in mentoring and encouraging young musicians, and an easy manner in front of
audiences help make him the complete musician. |
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