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Conducting Fellows

Conducting Fellows

Each year Sydney Philharmonia Choirs offers two aspiring conductors the opportunity to immerse themselves in choral/orchestral repertoire for 12 months, mentored by experienced conducting professionals and learning to lead rehearsals and prepare for performances.

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs has become a central feature of Sydney’s cultural landscape, performing concerts, advocating for choral singing, and commissioning composers for over 100 years. SPC is a Resident Company at the Sydney Opera House, long-term Chorus for the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, as well as running its own self-promoted concert series every year. These Fellowships present an invaluable opportunity for two conductors to immerse themselves in this rich musical landscape, at the forefront of classical music-making in this country and to be guided by recognised figures in the industry.

In 2025, SPC’s Conducting Fellows are Michael Bradshaw and Ezra Hersch. 

Michael Bradshaw
Michael Bradshaw
Ezra Hersch
Ezra Hersch

If you are interested in applying for the 2026 Conducting Fellows program, details will be found on this page on the 1 July 2025.

Conducting Fellows

“It’s been so valuable to learn from outstanding conductors, explore unique repertoire, and be part of such a warm and supportive community.”

~ Michael Bradshaw, Conducting Fellow

Conducting Fellows

Each year Sydney Philharmonia Choirs offers two aspiring conductors the opportunity to immerse themselves in choral/orchestral repertoire for 12 months, mentored by experienced conducting professionals and learning to lead rehearsals and prepare for performances.

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs has become a central feature of Sydney’s cultural landscape, performing concerts, advocating for choral singing, and commissioning composers for over 100 years. SPC is a Resident Company at the Sydney Opera House, long-term Chorus for the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, as well as running its own self-promoted concert series every year. These Fellowships present an invaluable opportunity for two conductors to immerse themselves in this rich musical landscape, at the forefront of classical music-making in this country and to be guided by recognised figures in the industry.

In 2025, SPC’s Conducting Fellows are Michael Bradshaw and Ezra Hersch.

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We acknowledge and pay respect to the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, upon whose Country we rehearse, sing and work, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.  
Our voices bring to life the songs of many cultures and countries, from across the ages, in a spirit of sharing, learning and understanding.

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