Christian Gossart

Christian Gossart is a renowned French clarinettist and educator affiliated with the Ecole Supérieure de Musique et de Danse de Lille (ESMD) and the Conservatoire Royal de Bruxelles. Recognized as a leading figure in his generation, he studied under esteemed masters Guy Deplus and Michel Arrignon, later winning prestigious awards including the U.F.A.M. international competition's first prize. His career spans solo performances, orchestral roles (e.g., Orchestre National de Lille), and chamber music collaborations with ensembles like the Parisii Quartet and Cappa Trio.

• Teaches at ESMD and Conservatoire Royal de Bruxelles
• Specializes in classical and contemporary music theatre, early music, jazz education
• Commissioned by contemporary composers for premieres

Christian Gossart's research and artistic interests focus on clarinet pedagogy, orchestral performance techniques, and interdisciplinary musical projects. He has performed concertos by Copland, Weber, and Milhaud, while exploring eclectic genres such as Argentine tango with Adrien Politi's ensemble.

Scientific awards:

• First prize in U.F.A.M. international competition
• Several first prizes

As an advisor, Gossart influences young musicians through his teaching roles. His career highlights include soloist invitations by orchestras like Orchestre National de France and collaborations with artists such as pianist Cédric Tiberghien.

Gossart is actively involved in chamber music projects, including the Parisii Quartet, Elysée Quartet, Cappa Trio, and Opus 62 String Sextet.