Boise Phil Master Chorale
Master Chorale Music Director
Meet Dr. Richard Hutton.
Dr. Richard Hutton
Richard Hutton has led Boise Philharmonic Master Chorale since 2024. His conducting career spans university, school, community, church, and symphony choruses.
At Boise State University, he serves as Director of Choral Activities and Choral Music Education, directs Meistersingers, Vox Angelis, and University Singers, and teaches conducting and music education.
An educator & musical leader
A National Board Certified Teacher and Yamaha “40 Under 40” Music Educator, Hutton focuses on helping students develop creatively and participate in musical communities. He also serves as a clinician and adjudicator for honor choirs and festivals.
Training & experience
Hutton earned a D.M.A. in conducting from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2023 and an M.M. from Westminster Choir College in 2011.
His previous conducting appointments include the Reno Phil Chorus, Carson Chamber Singers, and Reno Baroque Ensemble. He has taught in New Jersey, Illinois, and Nevada and served in leadership roles with choral and music-education associations.