During your time at the Academy, you will be supported by outstanding teachers who will challenge you to find your own voice.

Fernside Chair of Choral Conducting

Nicholas Chalmers

Choral Conducting

Fernside Chair of Choral Conducting

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Emeritus Head of Choral Conducting

Patrick Russill

Choral Conducting

Emeritus Head of Choral Conducting

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Visiting Professors of Choral Conducting

Roland Börger

Choral Conducting

Visiting Professor of Choral Conducting

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James O’Donnell

Organ

Visiting Professor of Organ

Choral Conducting

Visiting Professor of Choral Conducting

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David Hill

Choral Conducting

Visiting Professor of Choral Conducting

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Choral Conducting Teaching Staff

Alexander Ashworth

Vocal Studies

Professor of Singing

Opera

Professor of Singing

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Ruth Byrchmore

Academic Studies

Senior Tutor in Undergraduate Pastoral Support and Vice-President of Alumni

Conducting

Aural Training and Musicianship

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Sian Edwards

Conducting

Head of Conducting

Choral Conducting

Symphonic Repertoire and Skills

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Michael Emery

Choral Conducting

Professional Skills - Choral Activities

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Richard Gowers

Organ

Organ - Advanced Keyboard Skills

Choral Conducting

Professional Skills - Keyboard Skills

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Patrick Russill

Choral Conducting

Emeritus Head of Choral Conducting

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