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Gordon Slater (carillonneur)

Born
1950

Biography

Gordon Frederick Slater (born August 22, 1950) is a Canadian carillonneur, conductor, bassoonist, and organist. A graduate of the Royal Conservatory of Music of the University of Toronto, he is best known for holding the position of Dominion Carillonneur of Canada from 1977 to 2008. He is only the fourth person to have held that post since its inception in 1927, performing daily recitals on the carillon in the Peace Tower of the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada's national capital.

Highlights

  • Dominion Carillonneur of Canada from 1977 to 2008.
  • Fourth person to hold the position since 1927.
  • Daily recitals at the carillon in the Peace Tower.

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How old is Gordon Slater?

Gordon Slater was born in 1950.

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What genre of music does he play?

Gordon Slater is a carillonneur, but specific music genres are not mentioned.

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Since when has he been active?

Gordon Slater was active as the Carillonneur of Canada from 1977 to 2008.

Has he won any awards?

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