William Christie (musician)

William Christie
Born
William Lincoln Christie

(1944-12-19) December 19, 1944 (age 79)
CitizenshipUnited States
France (since 1995)
EducationHarvard University
Yale University
Occupations
  • Conductor
  • harpsichordist
Years active1971–present
TitleFounder of Les Arts Florissants

William Lincoln Christie (born December 19, 1944) is an American-born French conductor and harpsichordist. He is a specialist in baroque and classical repertoire and is the founder of the ensemble Les Arts Florissants.