director of music

 


Ruth Gurner MA. B.Mus. L.MusA. AUA. IYTA

Ruth has directed and conducted the choir since 1995. She is a well-qualified musician with extensive experience in singing, performing, conducting, lecturing, teaching and training.

An acclaimed mezzo-soprano, Ruth has enjoyed many career highlights. She sang with Covent Garden and the Glyndbourne Festival Opera for several years. Ruth was the principal mezzo-soprano for the State Opera of South Australia and, as a soloist for the ABC, sang oratorios on tours to all major Australian cities.

Also an experienced singing teacher, she has taught at a number of major educational facilities, including ten years at the Queensland Conservatorium.

Ruth has facilitated numerous vocal workshops for both amateur and professional singers, being a skilled programmer and a respected music critic. She also specialises in choral work for people with special needs. 

 

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