Masterclass for students at the Norwegian Academy of Music

Wednesday 26 March, 13.00-16.00
Majorstuen Church

The event is free, but requires pre-booking (limited seating):

info@kirkemusikkfestivalen.no / 22 41 81 15

Duration: 3 hours

Paul Hillier, conductor

The world-famous conductor Paul Hillier will hold a masterclass for conducting students at the Norwegian Academy of Music, with the Academy’s vocal ensemble serving as a practice choir.

Paul Hillier has had a versatile career, both as a singer, conductor, composer, and music writer. He is the founder of Hillliard Ensemble and Theatre of Voices. He has been the Chief Conductor for Eesti Filharmoonia Kammerkoor, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Coro Casa da Música, and for Chamber Choir Ireland. Hillier’s almost 200 recordings have received accolades all over the world and won a number of awards, among them the Diapason d’or and several Grammy Awards. A number of his recordings have been named Editor’s Choice in leading international music magazines, and are considered reference recordings in music anthologies.

In addition to being an active conductor, Hillier is a sought-after teacher. He has taught at the University of California and was the director of the Early Music Institute at the University of Indiana.

Photo: Paul Hillier: Magnus Skrede