Roger Benedict
violist - conductor
Roger Benedict
| Roger Benedict, violist and conductor, is active as both performer and pedagogue. In 2002 he moved to Australia from the United Kingdom to take up the positions of Principal Viola of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Artistic Director of the orchestra's Fellowship Program, and Senior Lecturer at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. In addition he appears regularly as a soloist and conductor, both in Australia and overseas. |
Latest News
Roger’s latest publication is out now. It is a new transcription for viola of Mozart’s B flat bassoon concerto, transposed into G major. It aims to provide a worthwhile alternative to existing classical concertos by Stamitz and Hoffmeister, and be useful for both solo performances and orchestral auditions. Go to Partitura-Verlag for more information.
Quote of the Month
"I never feel that my music is sparse or minimalist; the way fat people never really think they're fat. I certainly don't consider myself minimalist at all". "I want to give my compliments to Australia. Ever since your government paid a few million dollars for a Jackson Pollack painting, I figure that it must be a marvellous country". all by Morton Feldman (see Feb 9) |
Where Are You Now?
Over the past sixteen years or so, Roger has had many students and would love to hear from them to find out what they are doing now. If you have studied with Roger, in any context, please send a message to admin@rogerbenedict.com to let him know where you are now and what you have been doing.
Corporate Work
Roger has recently become involved in management consultancy work, helping companies address organisational and operational issues through observing how orchestral and chamber musicians prepare works for performance. He has presented sessions for major companies such as ING and Tenix, and will tailor his approach to suit individual organisations. For more information please email admin@rogerbenedict.com