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The German conductor, Christian Grube, is emeritus professor of choral conducting at the Berlin University of Arts. As director of the Staats- und Domchor Berlin and the Chamber Choir of the University of Arts, he has conducted and toured with his choirs throughout the world. His choirs are known for their exquisite sound, impeccable intonation, broad range of dynamic expression, and ability to interpret the most diverse styles. In 1995, because of the diplomatic influence of his work, he was awarded the National Medal for Distinguished Service, the highest civilian honor given by the German government, and in 2010 he was also awarded the “Felix & Fanny Mendelssohn Medal” for “outstanding contributions to the choral life of Berlin.”.
Christian Grube Artistic Director and Conductor of the Santa Cruz Chorale since July 2006. In April, 2022 he received a United States Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition, honoring him and the Santa Cruz Chorale for their benefit concert on behalf of Ukrainian children. He spends part of the year in Europe, holding workshops and serving as guest conductor with various choral groups. |
