Eugene Astapov

Eugene Astapov is an Assistant Professor at Western University's Don Wright Faculty of Music and a Ukrainian-Canadian composer/conductor renowned for blending "richness of harmony" (New York Times) with "masterful orchestration" (Winnipeg Free Press). His works have been performed across 5 continents by prestigious ensembles including Toronto Symphony Orchestra, National Arts Centre Orchestra, and Juilliard Orchestra.

• Specializes in contemporary orchestral and chamber music
• Active conductor focusing on 21st-century compositions
• Collaborates with world-class performers like Evelyn Glennie
• Recipient of major awards from SOCAN and Juilliard

His artistic output has been supported by Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council, and RBC Foundation. The composer maintains a 15-year affiliation with Esprit Orchestra - Canada's only full-sized contemporary music ensemble.