Santa Barbara Master Chorale Appoints Dr. William Cutter Artistic Director
The Santa Barbara Master Chorale has appointed Dr. William Cutter as its new Artistic Director, bringing his extensive background in music education and conducting to the organization.
Santa Barbara Santa Maria San Luis Obispo, CA, October 15, 2026 —
The Santa Barbara Master Chorale has appointed Dr. William Cutter as its new Artistic Director, the organization’s announcement said. Cutter brings an extensive background in music education and conducting to the role, according to the information provided about the appointment.
The announcement identifies Cutter’s experience in those two areas but does not detail his previous positions, the length of his career or specific organizations where he has worked. It also does not describe the Chorale’s selection process or explain whether the appointment follows a departure or another change in leadership.
No start date for Cutter’s tenure was provided. The available information does not include details about his plans for the Chorale, upcoming performances, programming or other responsibilities associated with the position. No statement from Cutter or a Chorale representative was included.
The appointment places a director with a background in music education and conducting in the Chorale’s artistic leadership role. Beyond that description, the announcement provided no additional biographical details or information about how the change may affect the organization’s activities. The Chorale’s announcement did not specify whether further information about Cutter’s role or plans would be released.
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