David Skinner (musicologist)
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David Skinner is a British musicologist and choir director. He works at the University of Cambridge, where he is the director of music at Sidney Sussex College and is an affiliated lecturer, teaching historical and practical topics from the medieval and Renaissance periods.[1] He is the founder of the vocal consort Alamire, and the cofounder of the vocal ensembles Magdala and The Cardinall's Musick. He has produced more than 25 recordings.[2] He has been associated with a number of award-winning projects (including two Gramophone Awards and three runners up; Diapason d'Or; Deutsche Schallplatten; and a Grammy nomination).[citation needed]
David Skinner | |
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Occupation(s) | Musicologist, choir director |
Employer | Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge |
Known for | Founder of Alamire; cofounder of Magdala and The Cardinall's Musick |
Children | Robin |
Awards | Gramophone Awards, Diapason d'Or, Deutsche Schallplatten |