Brisbane based composer, Rachel Merton began studying composition from 12 years of age. Her studies began at the Young Conservatorium of Music for 5 years with Stephen Leek, right through to her Bachelor of Music in Composition with Dr Stephen Cronin, which she received in 2005 at the Queensland Conservatorium and a Graduate Certificate in Music Studies in 2006. During that time her achievements included placing’s in the ASME Young Composers Competition 1997-2001, the A.G. Francis Composition Prize in 2002, 2004 Fellowship of Australian Composers Award, and first place in the advanced section of composition for the 2006 National Festival of Australian Music, Keys Competition.

Her works have been aired on 4MBS, ABC Classic FM, and Bay FM; they have also been performed in Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne including ensembles such as The Song Company, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, The Firm Concert series and the Zephyr Quartet.

Her current commissions include works for Capalaba State College Concert Band, and the vibrant and exciting electric violin acts, Strings on Fire and VAMP.

For inquiries please email Rachel directly, emailme@rachelmerton.com .

Rachel is available for:

Commissions from individuals, community ensembles, school ensembles and professional ensembles.

Song writing and Arranging.

Transcribing Audio Files.

Music for Films, Theater or Concert.

Music Workshops.

Performing original works.

Private Tuition at Cleveland Music Studio
 

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For enquires about commissioning a new piece, musical arrangements, music workshops, music tuition, or even requesting a performance in your local area please contact Rachel directly via email  emailme@rachelmerton.com

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