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Video Chat with Cheryl Barker AO
As part of the events for this year’s competition, we were privileged to be able to hold a candid Q&A session with one of Australia’s greatest sopranos, and our vocal adjudicator, Cheryl Barker. This was a fantastic chance to get an insight into the operatic world, hosted by our very own artistic director, Katy Frewen-Lord.
We know you will hang on to her every word in this recording (in 2 parts):
The Australian Concerto & Vocal Competition would like to thank Cheryl Barker most sincerely for being our vocal adjudicator these past two years and for taking the time to hold this Q&A with us.
Adjudicators
Cheryl Barker AO – Vocal Adjudicator
Cheryl Barker AO is an Australian operatic soprano with a distinguished international reputation. She is particularly noted internationally for her
Spiros Rantos – Instrumental Adjudicator
Spiros was born in Corfu, Greece and studied in Athens, Vienna, Austria and Bloomington USA with Prof. Melkus, Odnopossoff and
Open Instrumental
Open Vocal
Instrumental
Young Instrumental
Vocal
School Ensembles
Accompanists
Maryleigh Hand – Vocal Accompanist
Originally a language teacher, Maryleigh’s passion for music and words inspired her to become an accompanist and vocal coach. At
Robert Manley – Accompanist
Robert completed a Bachelor of Music with Honours at the University of Queensland, graduating with a University Medal in 2011. He
Rhodri Clark – Accompanist
The Welsh pianist Rhodri Clarke performs as a chamber musician, collaborative pianist and soloist. After graduating with first class honours