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Welsh chair for Lindberg

Virtuoso trombonist appointed to chair at Royal Welsh College.

Lindberg
 

The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama has announced the appointment of Christian Lindberg as The Jane Hodge Foundation International Chair in Trombone, funded by the Jane Hodge Foundation.

International chairs

There are four other International Chairs announced for the College — in voice, piano, violin and choral training.

These International Chairs are, without exception, inspirational artists who have made a distinctive mark in their field of performanceCollege Principal, Hilary Boulding

Inspirational

College Principal, Hilary Boulding told 4BR: "These International Chairs are, without exception, inspirational artists who have made a distinctive mark in their field of performance."

She added: "They’re also artists who are committed to supporting the rising generation of performers. Through them, our students will be exposed to some of the best teachers in the world."

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