Appreciated by musicians for his evident passion, coherent conducting and calm presence in rehearsal, Pascal is a conductor who values establishing a dialogue with performers in order to find the best solutions to fully harness their strengths. For him, conducting is an opportunity to build a close relationship between the repertoire, the musicians, and the audience, while embracing a responsibility he deeply cherishes. He finds in this role a dimension both demanding and magnificent—one that continually fuels his passion.

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A lover of composers who stand at the crossroads of genres (Beethoven, Berlioz, Liszt, Bruckner, Shostakovich, Penderecki), he is particularly drawn to repertoire that demonstrates mastery of aesthetic codes paired with a bold desire to push their boundaries. His experience as a composer also gives him great responsiveness when preparing new works—especially during often limited rehearsal periods—allowing him to adapt quickly and demonstrate remarkable flexibility.

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True to his modest origins, he has a remarkable ability to synthesize and demystify complex material, making him a widely appreciated communicator by audiences. His long period away from the musical world to study social sciences provided him with a unique background which he skillfully uses to foster genuine connection with listeners, establishing himself as an great mediator.

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With 30 years of experience in the choral world, his vocal expertise is highly sought after. This has led him to work as a choir director with the Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, Voces Boreales, Pro Coro Canada, and the Growlers Choir. He has also helped position the Temps Fort choir as a leader in performing demanding repertoire (Max Reger, Claude Vivier), in addition to overseeing around twenty premieres by young composers.