Gilbert Patenaude

Gilbert Patenaude was a renowned Canadian musician, conductor, composer, and educator. Born on April 30, 1947, in Montreal, he began his musical journey at a young age, studying piano and organ at the École Vincent-d'Indy. Patenaude's career spanned multiple roles, including being the director of the Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal for nearly four decades, from 1978 to 2016. He also founded and led several other ensembles, such as Les Chantres musiciens and Les Filles de l'Île. As a composer, his works include operas like "Chevalier de Lorimier" and adaptations of literary classics. Patenaude was recognized for his contributions with the Opus Tribute Award in 2019. He passed away on November 13, 2022, at the age of 75.

Patenaude's musical influence extended beyond his conducting roles. He was a prolific composer and arranger, often focusing on choral music and setting texts by notable poets to music. His dedication to music education was evident in his long tenure at institutions like the Cégep de Saint-Laurent and the École Vincent-d'Indy. Throughout his career, Patenaude emphasized the importance of community and musical heritage, leaving a lasting impact on Canadian music.

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Genres

Choral

Latest Release

Schubert: Winterreise

Franz Schubert•

Les Chantres Musiciens•

Gilbert Patenaude

Album - 24 Tracks - Released December 16, 2018