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Conductor Matthew Hazelwood Dies

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June 1, 2012
Conductor Matthew Hazelwood

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Conductor Matthew Hazelwood has died. Hazelwood was Music Director of the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra in Petoskey. Hazelwood led the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra until his death. He was also conductor of the Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra from 1993 to 2008. Hazelwood died of a massive coronary yesterday. Cris Campbell is instructor of cello and chamber music for Interlochen. Campbell told what it was like to work with the conductor.

Campbell says, "Colleagueship and sharing ideas and constant learning and that's what sets him apart." 

Matthew Hazelwood was 57. His funeral will be held in South America where he was conductor of the Youth Orchestra of Colombia. 

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Our Deepest Condolences

Submitted by Iskandar Rizal (not verified) on June 8, 2012 - 5:23am.
Matt Hazelwood was a close friend of Cempaka Schools (Malaysia), and we shall miss him greatly. We were fortunate enough to have worked with him over the last few years, where he had made such a great difference to our faculty and students. Our prayers and thoughts are with Constanza and the rest of his family. With love, your Cempaka family & friends.

Matt Hazelwood

Submitted by Jon Caulkett (not verified) on June 4, 2012 - 4:51pm.
So sad to lose such a wonderful artist and gentleman.

Matthew Hazelwood

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on June 4, 2012 - 1:29am.
Our community has lost a brilliant musician, a beloved father, husband and friend. Matt leaves behind a legacy that transcends all boundaries. His music will live forever in our hearts. The Battle Creek Enquirer has captured a few of many highlights of Matt's outstanding career: http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/article/20120601/NEWS01/306010022/Mat...

Sentida condolencia //.

Submitted by jose tomas iillera (not verified) on June 3, 2012 - 10:31am.
Sentida condolencia //.

Matthew's sudden tragic death

Submitted by Steven Lipsitt (not verified) on June 2, 2012 - 10:34pm.
Such a tragic loss! Our deepest sympathies to Constanza and the rest of Matthew's family. ---Steve Lipsitt & Mara Krechevsky

Matthew Hazelwood

Submitted by Marga Eickholt (not verified) on June 2, 2012 - 7:13am.
Words cannot express our grief. He was a kind, compassionate, and dedicated leader. The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra will miss him dearly. My heart, thoughts, and prayers go to his wife and family.

Terribly saddened

Submitted by Fernando Meza (not verified) on June 2, 2012 - 12:34am.
Matthew was a dear friend from the time he used to go to Costa Rica to conduct the National Symphony where I used to play, through the work we did together with the Youth Philharmonic of Colombia a couple of years ago. He was an absolutely wonderful individual, always willing to give of himself to others, and to offer inspiration to the new generation of musicians. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. Rest in peace Mateo, knowing that you will live on through all of us who knew you and were the beneficiaries of your beautiful spirit and unending friendship...

Matthew Hazelwood

Submitted by Angela Morse-Babcock (not verified) on June 1, 2012 - 9:02pm.
So sad to hear of Mr. Hazelwood's death this morning. He was one of the sweetest, most talented conductors I have ever met in my life. I am thankful to say I was blessed to have him as a conductor during my years at Interlochen Arts Academy and am greatful for his impact on my music. Prayers to his family and friends.

Mr. Hazelwood

Submitted by Jason Troyan (not verified) on June 1, 2012 - 7:46pm.
I loved this man because he helped me find my voice. He brought music to the world, and inspired countless young musicians. Our collective voice is a little softer now. The song goes on... Jason Troyan, Interlochen Arts Academy, 1995-1997

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