NECOM TEACHING STAFF
We employ a team of outstanding music teachers who deliver classroom, ensemble and instrumental programs across Armidale and the New England region.
Strings
Joanna Fairs-Wu – Head of Strings
Georgie Ostenfeld
Wind and Brass
Paul Marshall – Head of Wind & Brass
Keyboard
Sheila Guymer – Head of Keyboard
Contemporary – Drums and Guitar
Voice
Sarah Adeney
Sharny Russell
Jessica Suann
Music Therapy
Fumie Takahashi
Early Childhood & Curriculum
Peta Bale
Kees Grenyer
Nicole Mackson
Georgie Ostenfeld
Rebecca Smith
Jessica Suann
Conductors
Leanne Roobol – Head of Choral Music
Constance Dunham
Sara McNeall
Bruce Myers
Beth Richards
Robert van Gend
Rowena Teege
Accompanists
Li Ling Chen
Warwick Dunham
Kees Grenyer
ADMINISTRATION
Our administrative team oversees the day to day operations of the Conservatorium, its people and resources to meet the needs of all programs and events.
Corinne Arter – Co-CEO (Artistic & Education)
Sophie Williams – Co-CEO (Business)
Nicky Price – Administration & Enrolments Coordinator
Christine Davidson – Music Program Coordinator
Emily Evans – Bookkeeper
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our Board of Directors comprises professionals and community representatives who contribute their expertise to support governance and strategic planning.
Gregory Moin – Chair
Matt Hobbs – Secretary
Jane Dauparas – Treasurer
Dr Alana Blackburn – ASO Representative
Dr Erica Smith – AYO Representative
Beth Richards – AMTA Representative
Dr Caroline Lee – Board member
MUSIC EDUCATOR MEMBERS
Our Music Educator Member program is a partnership with private studio music teachers in the region, sharing resources and promoting music throughout the community. Music Educator membership is $110 per year.
| Peta Blyth OAM | Chris Purcell |
| Li Ling Chen | Helen Robinson |
| Zana Clarke | Peter Sanders |
| Sofia Debus | Richard Smith |
| Tim Godwin | Helen Smith |
| Kees Grenyer | Deidre Waters |
| Robert Harpley | Barbara Wigg |
| Sue Metcalfe OAM |
MUSICA VIVA ARMIDALE CONCERT COMMITTEE
The Musica Viva Armidale Concert Committee is a volunteer association comprising passionate music supporters committed to presenting high-quality chamber music in the region.
| Eric Ghosh – Committee Coordinator | Sue Metcalfe OAM |
| Ken Barnett | Robyn Power |
| Nigel Bell | Deidre Rickards OAM |
| Charlotte Low | Eliza Scott |
| James McKay | Inge Southcott |