Claire Gibault

Claire Gibault is a prominent French conductor known for her advocacy for gender equality in classical music. In 2019, she founded La Maestra, a biennial competition exclusively for female conductors, in response to her experiences of sexism within the field. Gibault's initiative aims to promote female talent in orchestral conducting and challenge the gender biases that have historically marginalized women in this profession. Her commitment to empowering women in music has made her a significant figure in the movement for greater representation and recognition of female conductors worldwide.