Pierre Quiriny

Pierre Quiriny is a percussionist and conductor affiliated with the Royal Conservatory of Brussels (CRB) as an assistant in the percussion class and professor of specialized didactics. He also teaches at the Anderlecht Music Academy and performs with the Belgian National Orchestra, La Monnaie Symphony Orchestra, and Ensemble Musiques Nouvelles. Additionally, he conducts the Brussels Youth Symphony Orchestra (OSJB) and serves as assistant conductor for Ensemble Télémaque in Marseille.

His educational background includes:

• Early studies at Anderlecht Academy (percussion and piano)
• Degree in percussion from CRB (2007, with great distinction)
• Master's degree in orchestral conducting from CRB (2014, with distinction)

Quiriny's professional focus spans percussion performance in contemporary and chamber music contexts, alongside orchestral conducting. His work emphasizes innovative ensemble formations like Hop!trio and ClapDuo, reflecting deep engagement with modern musical expression and collaborative artistry.

His notable recognition includes:

• First prize at the Biennale de la Chanson Française (2002) with group Oxymore

While actively teaching percussion and conducting at institutional and academy levels, no specific student advisees or research grants are documented in available sources.

Quiriny maintains dynamic involvement across multiple ensembles: co-founding Hop!trio (2011) and ClapDuo (2015), performing with European Contemporary Orchestra (ECO), and leading OSJB since 2016.