Michael Chapman was a prominent British classical bassoonist and reed-maker, known for his powerful playing style and melodic proficiency. Educated at the Royal College of Music, he began his career with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, eventually becoming the principal bassoonist for the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Chapman was influential in bassoon education, teaching at various institutions and commissioning significant works, including Joubert's Bassoon Concerto. He also founded a reed-making company, demonstrating the skills he acquired during his studies. His recordings and performances left a lasting impact on the British classical music scene.
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Meaning of the name - Michael
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Michael Chapman belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Educated At: Royal College of Music
Occupation: bassoonist
Employers: London Philharmonic Orchestra | Northern Sinfonia | Royal Philharmonic Orchestra | University of York | Trinity College of Music
Awards Received: Arts Council scholarship
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 3, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 3, 2025 |
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| Sun | 10 Leo 38 | 11 Leo 36 | 9 Scorpio 35 |
| Moon | 27 Taurus 36 | 5 Sagittarius 27 | 16 Virgo 14 |
| Mercury | 21 Cancer 32 | 7 Leo 4 | 10 Scorpio 42 |
| Venus | 13 Cancer 7 | 4 Cancer 6 | 5 Scorpio 30 |
| Mars | 12 Cancer 33 | 27 Virgo 58 | 9 Virgo 2 |
| Jupiter | 17 Libra 3 | 12 Cancer 18 | 4 Scorpio 41 |
| Saturn | 26 Aquarius 4 | 1 Aries 25 | 21 Aquarius 42 |
| Uranus | 1 Taurus 27 | 1 Gemini 1 | 29 Aries 2 |
| Neptune | 10 Virgo 57 | 1 Aries 56 | 14 Virgo 1 |
| Pluto | 24 Cancer 45 | 2 Aquarius 21 | 26 Cancer 3 |
| Rahu | 10 Aquarius 12 | 20 Pisces 7 | 5 Aquarius 23 |
| Ketu | 10 Leo 12 | 20 Virgo 7 | 5 Leo 23 |
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