Death of Swiss flutist Peter-Lukas Graf

Graf studied flute with André Jaunet in Switzerland and at the Paris Conservatory with Marcel Moyse and Roger Cortet. In addition to his instrumental studies, he also trained as a conductor. He was particularly attached to the French flute tradition influenced by Moyse, but also maintained strong ties to German-speaking musical culture.

As an educator, he was a lecturer at the Basel Academy of Music for many years, where he trained generations of flutists who went on to pursue international careers. His discography as a flutist and conductor includes recordings of the core flute repertoire as well as lesser-known works. In addition to numerous prestigious international awards, he was also presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Flute Association in the United States in recognition of his lasting influence on flute playing and flute education worldwide.