Role

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Conductor Performer

Birth

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October 26, 1966

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Kaspars Putnins is a renowned Latvian conductor and choral director, known for his exceptional skills in leading choirs and orchestras. He was born on August 16, 1975, in Riga, Latvia, and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a conductor, and his mother was a pianist, which inspired him to pursue a career in music. Putnins began his musical education at the Emils Darzins Music School in Riga, where he studied piano and choral conducting. He later continued his studies at the Latvian Academy of Music, where he received a degree in choral conducting. During his studies, he was also a member of the Latvian Radio Choir, which helped him gain valuable experience in choral singing and conducting. After completing his studies, Putnins became the conductor of the youth choir "Maska" and the mixed choir "Ave Sol." He also worked as an assistant conductor at the Latvian National Opera and the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra. In 1999, he became the conductor of the Latvian Radio Choir, which marked the beginning of his international career. Under Putnins' leadership, the Latvian Radio Choir has become one of the most respected and acclaimed choirs in the world. He has led the choir in numerous performances and recordings, showcasing his exceptional skills in choral conducting. The choir has won several awards, including the Grand Prix at the International Choral Competition in Tolosa, Spain, and the Diapason d'Or award for their recording of Arvo Part's "Te Deum." Putnins has also worked with other renowned choirs and orchestras around the world, including the BBC Singers, the Netherlands Chamber Choir, the Swedish Radio Choir, and the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir. He has conducted performances at major music festivals, such as the Edinburgh International Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the BBC Proms. One of the highlights of Putnins' career was his performance at the 2018 BBC Proms, where he conducted the Latvian Radio Choir in a program of Latvian choral music. The performance received critical acclaim, with The Guardian describing it as "a revelation" and "a triumph of programming and performance." Putnins has also been recognized for his contributions to the field of music. In 2014, he was awarded the Latvian Grand Music Award, the highest honor in Latvian music. He has also received the Order of the Three Stars, one of the highest honors in Latvia, for his achievements in music. In addition to his work as a conductor, Putnins is also a composer and arranger. He has written several choral works, including "Ave Maria" and "O Salutaris Hostia," which have been performed by choirs around the world. He has also arranged music for the Latvian Radio Choir, including works by Arvo Part, John Tavener, and Eric Whitacre. Putnins' dedication to music and his exceptional skills as a conductor and choral director have made him one of the most respected and sought-after musicians in the world. His passion for music and his commitment to excellence continue to inspire and influence musicians and audiences around the world.

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