Olivier Brault

Olivier Brault is a Course Instructor in Baroque Viola/Violin and Early Music Ensembles at McGill University's Schulich School of Music. He holds a Doctorate from Université de Montréal, specializing in 18th-century French violin repertoire and historical performance practices. A renowned performer, he leads ensembles like Sonate 1704 and serves as concertmaster for Apollo's Fire (Cleveland) and Les Goûts Réunis (Luxembourg). His teaching spans institutions globally including Oberlin Conservatory and the Conservatoire national de Paris.

Research interests focus on Early Music interpretation, baroque dance integration, and pedagogical approaches to historical performance. With over 60 recordings on major labels, his work emphasizes authenticity in period instruments and theatrical contexts.

Honors include the Assemblée Nationale Medal (2011) and multiple Griffon d'Or awards. Active in cultural diplomacy, he bridges academic teaching with international performance, maintaining a dynamic presence in both scholarly and artistic spheres.