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About Emily Calder
Principal & Founder
Early Beginnings
Emily Calder started her musical education at 4 years old on the violin at the Mitchell Conservatorium of Music, in central west NSW. This humble beginning was the start of a lifelong love of the arts, with the study of violin, viola, cello, voice, piano, flute and acting.
Professional Journey
With more than 30 years of performance experience in music and theatre, Emily developed a passion for pedagogy and education, embarking on her teaching journey in 2004.
Education & Qualifications
2022
Master of Arts (Theatre and Performance)
University of New England
2017
Bachelor of Music
University of New England
2010
Diploma of Music Teaching
University of Southern Queensland
2010
Conducting Studies with Jerry Nowak
ABODA Summer School
2004
Certificate of Theatre and Performance
AMEB
Directing & Performance
Emily has extensive orchestral directing, conducting and playing experience, with orchestras both amateur and professional throughout NSW and Victoria. As part of her continued education, Emily has studied theatre directing and over the last 7 years has had the opportunity to direct 17 theatre productions, including:
- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with Bendigo Theatre Company (2022)
- A Midsummer Night's Dream with Uncertain Curtain (2021)
- Twelfth Night with Uncertain Curtain (2023)