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Julien Benichou

Jun 28, 2024

Julien Benichou Named Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres

Julien Benichou, Music Director of the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Washington Opera Society, has been awarded the prestigious title and medal of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters). The honor was bestowed upon him by His Excellency Ambassador Laurent Bili on June 20, during a distinguished ceremony at the residence {…}

Feb 23, 2022

Julien Benichou Named Washington Opera Society’s New Artistic Director

On Feb.1, Julien Benichou began his role as Washington Opera Society’s (WOS) general and artistic director. Benichou is a highly sought-after guest conductor throughout the U.S. and internationally. Benichou currently also serves as music director for the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra, and the Southern Maryland Youth Symphony Orchestra. He has also led such organizations as New {…}

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