David Hill (choral director)

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David Hill (born on 13 May 1957[1] in Carlisle, Cumbria), is a choral conductor and organist. His most high profile role is as Chief Conductor of the BBC Singers from September 2007. He was previously Organist and Director of Music at St John's College, Cambridge, in succession to Christopher Robinson from 2002. He formerly held the same title at Winchester Cathedral from 1987 – 2002 and at Westminster Cathedral from 1982 – 1987.

Hill was educated at Chetham's School of Music. He also holds the positions of Musical Director of the Bach Choir, Chief Conductor of the Southern Sinfonia, and Music Director of the Leeds Philharmonic Society. He took up the position of Chief Conductor of the BBC Singers in summer 2007, succeeding Stephen Cleobury.[2] At the same time he will relinquish the St John's position, to be succeeded by Andrew Nethsingha.[3]

In July 2007 Hill succeeded Catherine Ennis as President of the Incorporated Association of Organists.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Weekend birthdays, "The Guardian", May 12, 2007. p. 43. Accessed on August 16, 2007.
  2. ^ CPM - David Hill - Conductor
  3. ^ St John's appoints new Director of Music. St John's College, Cambridge website (2007-02-06). Retrieved on 2007-04-20.

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