John Trotter

Chicago a cappella/Wheaton College

Bio: John William Trotter serves as Professor at the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music, and Artistic Director of the professional ensemble Chicago a cappella.

Ensembles under his direction have been honored with invitations to perform live at national and regional conventions of Chorus America and the American Choral Directors Association, as well as on international broadcasts. Trotter speaks widely on music, leadership, and the role of the arts in society. He regularly leads conducting intensives and honor choirs, and is known for his interest in building bridges between the professional music world, music training institutions, and the wider community.