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Martin MacDonald

b. 1977

Canadian conductor

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About Martin MacDonald

Born 1977. Martin MacDonald is a Canadian conductor.

Martin MacDonald (born ca 1977)

Early life He was born on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, MacDonald is the youngest of 12 children, and started to play cello when he was six years old.

He has guest conducted for the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra, Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra London Canada, Windsor Symphony Orchestra, National Arts Centre Orchestra,

Awards In 2010, MacDonald was awarded the Jean-Marie Beaudet Award in Orchestral Conducting awarded by the Canada Council for the Arts and in 2013 he won the Heinz Unger Award awarded by the Ontario Arts Council.

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Important facts

Born
14 June 1977, Sydney
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Conductor
Nationality
Canada, Canadians
Education
McGill University, Memorial University of Newfoundland

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Martin MacDonald?

Canadian conductor

When was Martin MacDonald born?

Martin MacDonald was born on 14 June 1977 in Sydney.

What is Martin MacDonald's occupation?

Martin MacDonald is a conductor.

What nationality is Martin MacDonald?

Martin MacDonald is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Martin MacDonald

· Wikidata: Q6776104

· DBpedia: Martin MacDonald

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