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Ottawa Chamberfest has announced Ottawa-based musician Carissa Klopoushak as Artistic Director.<\/p>\n
Hired initially on an interim basis following Roman Borys’ departure in 2020, Klopoushak will continue as Artistic Director on a four-year term through 2025-26.<\/p>\n
\u201cCarissa has shown that she has the artistic vision, collaborative spirit, and deep commitment required to see this organization through these unprecedented times,\u201d said Borys. \u201cI\u2019m thrilled that she\u2019s agreed to carry on and know that her presence will continue to impact this organization in very desirable ways.\u201d<\/p>\n
A native of Saskatoon, Klopoushak joined the National Arts Centre Orchestra in September 2014. She is also an active chamber musician with the Ironwood Quartet, and a member of the Ukrainian band \u0422\u0443\u0442\u0456\u0422\u0430\u043c, which has toured across Canada, and to the Ukraine.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is my joy and honour to continue building upon the strong artistic foundation established by Roman, sharing my own experiences and vision, while making spaces for new voices,\u201d said Klopoushak in a press release statement.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chamberfest also announced that General Manager\u00a0Peter MacDonald has left his role for a new position as General Manager of Sparks Auctions.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeter has worn many hats during his seven years at Chamberfest,\u201d said Gilles LeVasseur, Ottawa Chamberfest\u2019s Board Chair. \u201cWe thank him for his strong, steady administration, his passion and dedication, and for ensuring a smooth transition.\u00a0 We wish him all the best as he moves on to his exciting new role.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chamberfest is currently accepting applications<\/a> for a new Executive Director search through April 2, 2021.<\/p>\n#LUDWIGVAN<\/em><\/h3>\n