BENJAMIN
GAUGHRAN
CONDUCTOR • EDUCATOR
For over two decades, British-Caribbean conductor Benjamin Gaughran has been inspiring performers and audiences.
His extensive musical journey- spanning diverse ensembles, educational leadership, and prestigious fellowships- testifies to his unwavering commitment to inclusivity for all, musical excellence, and striving to inspire others to be their best self through the enduring power of music.
Affiliated Ensembles
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University of Michigan University Choir
CONDUCTOR
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University of Michigan Orpheus Singers
CONDUCTOR
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University of Michigan Men's Glee Club
ASSISTANT CONDUCTOR
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Lima Symphony Orchestra
CHORUS DIRECTOR
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First Congregational Church of Ann Arbor
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
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Women’s Chamber Chorus of Ann Arbor
DIRECTOR
Videos
Te Deum in C Major, Hob. XXIIIc:2 by Joseph Haydn
Benjamin here conducts Haydn’s jubilant ‘Te Deum’ with the University of Michigan Arts Chorale in Hill Auditorium.
Symphony No. 9 in D minor, op. 125 ‘The Choral Symphony' by Ludwig van Beethoven - Final Movement
Benjamin conducts the final section of the final (4th) movement of Symphony No. 9 in D minor, op. 125 'The Choral Symphony' by Ludwig van Beethoven at the Chorus America Conducting Academy 2023.
O lux beata Trinitas by Andrej Makor
Benjamin conducts a chamber group of singers from The University of Michigan and the local Ann Arbor community in a stirring performance of 'O lux beata Trinitas' by contemporary Slovenian composer, Andrej Makor.
Upcoming Events
See Benjamin in concert with his Ann Arbor ensembles or join him for an upcoming workshop or clinic.
Contact Benjamin
Benjamin would love to hear from you!
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Benjamin conducts the Madrigals (adult choir) and orchestra in performance at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
Benjamin conducts the University of Michigan "Out of the Blue" outreach choral ensemble that brings choral concerts and workshops to prisons, juvenile detention centers and re-entry homes across Southeast Michigan. November, 2022.
Benjamin conducts the Young Choristers (children’s choir) in their dress rehearsal at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
Benjamin rehearses with the soloists, orchestra and choir at the Chorus America Conducting Academy in California State University, Fullerton. July, 2023.
Benjamin rehearses with the Camp Chorus at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
Benjamin conducts the Young Choristers (children’s choir) in their final performance at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
Benjamin conducts the soloists, orchestra and choir at the Chorus America Conducting Academy in their final performance. California State University, Fullerton. July, 2023.
Benjamin conducts the Camp Chorus in their final performance at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
Benjamin rehearses with the Young Choristers (children’s choir) at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
Benjamin conducts the Young Choristers (children’s choir) in their final performance at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
Benjamin rehearses with the Madrigals (adult choir) at the VIVACE Family Camp in Sandy, Utah. August 2023.
