RBC RESIDENT CONDUCTOR | Toronto Symphony Orchestra

CONDUCTOR | Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra

ASSOCIATE CONDUCTOR | Toronto Mendelssohn Choir

"Simon is a fantastic musician and a wonderful colleague! He has conducted me on several occasions, notably when I was singing Schoenberg with members of the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, and has provided invaluable assistance to me as conductor on engagements in Gothenburg and Toronto."

BARBARA HANNIGAN

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"Simon is a gifted young conductor who radiates energy. A versatile, well-rounded musician, he is an accomplished violinist whose interest in new repertoire, vocal music, and education reveals an open and adventurous mind."

SIR ANDREW DAVIS

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"Rivard [...] was masterful at letting this sometimes overplayed work breathe."

THE TORONTO STAR

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"Throughout all of the concert, Rivard conducted with the skill and well-paced precision of a seasoned master.  His guidance of the entire ensemble was marvellous to experience."

THE CHRONICLE JOURNAL

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