Fraser MacAulay

Fraser MacAulay is a Professor of Oboe and Deputy Head of Department (Woodwind) at the Guildhall School. He holds a Zoology degree from Durham University, followed by postgraduate studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Royal College of Music. His career includes roles as second oboe/cor anglais with major orchestras like the London Symphony Orchestra and BBC Symphony Orchestra. He is an oboe tutor at the London Centre for Young Musicians and coaches the London Schools Symphony Orchestra's woodwind section.

• Education: Durham University (Zoology), Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Royal College of Music

Research interests focus on oboe performance practices and instrumental pedagogy, informed by his extensive freelance and academic experience. His awards include the Lady Barbirolli Oboe Prize and scholarships supporting his Royal Festival Hall recital.

• Awards: Lady Barbirolli Oboe Prize, Martin Musical Trust Fund Recital

Teaching and mentorship are central to his work, with roles spanning elite youth ensembles and conservatoire leadership.