Philippe Caillard (born 1924 in

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) is a French choral conductor, professor of music education, technical and pedagogical advisor to the Ministry of Youth and publisher of

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. He made about thirty recordings exclusively for

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, fifteen of which received a

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. He specialized in teaching choir direction and pedagogy, and founded a vocal

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that bears his name, originally specialized in works of

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, but whose repertory has grown over the years. He transcribed and edited ancient vocal music. He has directed various professional choirs of European radio stations and given many concerts in international festivals at the head of his choir.

External links

Philippe Caillard, Chef des chefs de chœurs
on Avantchoeur.com

Éditions Philippe Caillard

Chorale Philippe Caillard Discographie
on Discogs
Le Jeune / Philippe Caillard Vocal Ensemble, 1960: Three Polyphonic Chansons
on YouTube {{DEFAULTSORT:Caillard, Philippe French choral conductors French male conductors (music) 1924 births Musicians from Paris Living people 21st-century French conductors (music) 21st-century French male musicians