Robert Langevin

Robert Langevin is one of the world’s most distinguished orchestral flutists and has served as Principal Flutist of the New York Philharmonic since the 2000–01 season, holding the prestigious Lila Acheson Wallace Chair.

As a soloist with the New York Philharmonic, Langevin has appeared in major concerto performances, including the North American premiere of Siegfried Matthus’s Concerto for Flute and Harp and a celebrated performance of Nielsen’s Flute Concerto under Music Director Alan Gilbert. His recording of the Nielsen concerto forms part of the Philharmonic’s acclaimed Nielsen Project.

Before joining the New York Philharmonic, Langevin served as Principal Flutist of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Associate Principal Flutist of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra for thirteen years, participating in more than thirty recordings. Throughout his career, he has performed as soloist with leading orchestras and ensembles across North America and internationally.

Born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Langevin studied at the Montreal Conservatory of Music before winning the prestigious Prix d’Europe, which enabled him to continue his studies in Europe with Aurèle Nicolet in Freiburg, Germany. He later studied with the legendary Maxence Larrieu in Geneva and was awarded Second Prize at the Budapest International Competition.

An internationally respected teacher and chamber musician, Langevin performs worldwide with the Philharmonic Quintet of New York and has presented recitals and master classes throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. He has served on the faculties of The Juilliard School, Manhattan School of Music, and the Orford International Summer Festival.

Robert Langevin performs on Emanuel Flute No. 240, a custom special commission model (R.L.) crafted in sterling silver (.022). Built to his personal specifications, the instrument reflects a long-standing collaboration between one of the world’s leading orchestral flutists and master flute maker Emanuel Arista.