BENJAMIN
GAUGHRAN
CHORAL 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 Arts Chorale
CONDUCTOR
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Women’s Chamber Chorus of Ann Arbor
DIRECTOR
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First Congregational Church of Ann Arbor
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
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University of Michigan Women's Glee Club
CONDUCTOR
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University of Michigan Orpheus Singers
CONDUCTOR
Videos
Symphony No. 9 in D minor, op. 125 ‘The Choral Symphony' by Ludwig van Beethoven - Final Movement
Benjamin here 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.
Movement 6 & 7 from 'Nach dir, Herr, verlanget mich' BWV 150 by J.S. Bach
The Chamber Choir from The University of Michigan perform movement 6. Coro and 7. Coro e Soli SATB (Ciaconna) from one of Bach's early cantatas.
Cantate Canticum Novum by Dan Forrest
The University Choir from The University of Michigan perform Dan Forrest's vibrant 'Cantate Canticum Novum' ('Sing a New Song').
Upcoming Events
See Benjamin in concert with his Ann Arbor ensembles or join him for an upcoming workshop or clinic.
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.
