Charles Bruffy

Grammy Award-Winning Choral Conductor

Charles Bruffy is a distinguished American choral conductor known for his work with various choirs and his dedication to the choral arts. He has served as the artistic director for the Kansas City Chorale since 1988 and the Phoenix Chorale from 1999 to 2017. Under his leadership, these choirs have gained international acclaim, particularly for their interpretations of classical choral repertoire. Bruffy's choirs have been recognized with multiple Grammy Awards, including wins for their recordings of Grechaninov's "Passion Week" and Rachmaninoff's "All-Night Vigil." His collaboration with composer Ola Gjeilo resulted in the album "Northern Lights," which features contemporary choral works that have been well-received by critics and audiences alike. Bruffy is known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to elicit warm, rich sounds from his ensembles, making him one of the most respected figures in the world of choral music.