Biography

Dawn Lilgé, composer, author, violinist, of French-German background, was born and raised in New York State. Since 1994 she has been a permanent resident of Switzerland.

A graduate of the Eastman School of Music, Dawn studied violin with Catherine Tait and Gerald Jarvis, and chamber music with the Audubon Quartet. As violinist she has participated in various music festivals in Germany and the United States, including the Heidelberg Castle Festival, Berea Bach Festival, Chautauqua Music Festival and the All-Eastern Orchestra, under the direction of conductors Arthur Fagan, David Effron, Sir Roger Norrington, Eiji Oue, Dwight Oltman and Uri Segal.

Quotes

Dawn Lilgé is a striking and original voice of deep emotion and beautiful craftsmanship.

JoAnn Falletta, Music Director, Buffalo Philharmonic and Virginia Symphony

Dawn Lilgé’s music communicates a warmth and deep sensitivity.

James Undercofler, Director and Dean Eastman School of Music

Dawn Lilgé’s music communicates much emotion. It is a powerful listening experience.

John Landis, Program Host, WNED-FM

Mit ihrer Musik weiss Dawn Lilgé, die Herzen der Hörer direkt anzusprechen.

Daniel Schweizer, Music Director, Symphony Orchestra Zurich

Dawn Lilgé ist eine junge Frau mit aussergewöhnlichen Begabungen. Ich freue mich, dass ihre spirituellen, musikalisch-künstlerischen und ihre sensitiven Fähigkeiten nun den Weg nach Aussen finden. Sie wird mit ihrer Musik vielen Menschen Nahrung auf dem Weg “ins Neue” schenken können.

Pia Gyger, KtW, Co-founder Lassalle-Institut