stop you in your tracks
aloft above the tumult of
earthly existence
I have ever heard
unbearably beautiful - wonderfully
honest, undeniably true
firmament as fast as the speed
of sound
profound journey
that bows to no other in vocal beauty
exploration transcends
and deeply felt interpretation
precise intonation, and subtle
command of vocal coloration
that set him apart from the others
time and Canada’s most prolific
classical recording artist
About
DANIEL TAYLOR APPOINTED OFFICER OF THE ORDER OF CANADA
The office of the Governor-General of Canada announced that Daniel Taylor, countertenor, conductor, recording artist, and Professor of Opera, Early Music, and Voice, has been appointed as an Officer of the Order of Canada. One of our highest civilian honors, the Order recognizes outstanding citizens for distinguished service in their fields and extraordinary contributions to the country, whose service shapes our society, whose innovations ignite our imaginations, and whose compassion unites our communities.
Leadership, Social Activism and Teaching
Through a vast range of activities, Daniel Taylor works to affirm access to important community events and believes in equality of opportunity, partnering with artists, not-for-profit organizations, politicians, philanthropists and educators to bring forward the benefits of music and the arts for our health and culture.
Across the country, in a variety of key relationships, Daniel Taylor guides the work of major arts institutions, encourages the creation of projects featuring old and new repertoire, and mentors artists at the beginning of and throughout their careers. Opera Canada commented that ‘Daniel Taylor shepherds the elite selected from only the finest and most promising singers’.
Conducting
Daniel Taylor, O.C., is sought-after as one of the world’s most innovative, passionate and insightful musicians. As a countertenor and conductor, he has developed an enviable reputation founded on his inspired and enlightened vision. His work, as founder and artistic director of The Trinity Choir (TTC) and the Theatre of Early Music (TEM) has marked him out as a key figure at the forefront of today’s early music revival, of historically informed performances and of new creations.
