Craig Parsons

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CRAIG PARSONS, a graduate of DePaul University, is a composer and conductor who regularly performs at the finest concert halls throughout the nation. He has also established a reputation for being one of the country’s most successful corporate workshop leaders and consultants.

MR. PARSONS pursued his training in comedy through workshops at SECOND CITY THEATER. He then served as a writer and performer with “Wavelength;” a nationally known comedy group which entertained audiences throughout the U.S. and Canada. During that period, he also performed and studied with DAN CASTELENATTA (“Homer Simpson”) of the hit TV series, “THE SIMPSONS.”

MR. PARSONS is also an experienced host for corporate events, having interviewed numerous luminaries from the nation’s top CEOs, to politicians such as NEWT GINGRICH and JAMES CARVILLE, to musicians like LOU RAWLS and LORETTA LYNN.

He has conducted members of the CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA in some of the country's premiere recording studios. He has shared the stage with CHARLES KURALT in a performance leading the TORONTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA in a concert of his original compositions, arrangements and unique comedy performing.

MR. PARSONS has also conducted the symphony orchestras of MILWAUKEE, ORLANDO, BOSTON, SALT LAKE CITY and NEW ORLEANS. Additionally, as a musical director/producer he has recorded and performed with a variety of star performers, such as DANNY THOMAS, GEORGE BURNS, Broadway star MELBA MOORE and Grammy award-winning recording artist, ANGELA BOFILL.

A much sought after presenter in corporate communications, leadership and character development, MR. PARSONS travels nationwide giving executive training seminars and keynote addresses. His combination of musical and comedy experience make him a popular choice for bringing new insights to both personal development and team building. While sharing leadership and life lessons from the world of the classical orchestra conductor, MR. PARSONS’ musical timing and fast wit add excitement and interest to executive retreats and workshops.

What's your favorite public radio show?

Wait, wait...

What sound is most characteristic of where you live?

Desperation

What's your favorite sound memory?

The first time I heard a symphony playing notes I had written... God, that sounds pretentious, but it is true.

Which station do you listen to most?

WBEZ and WNIU

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