Stephen Fitzpatrick

Stephen Fitzpatrick is a Professor of Harp at the Mozarteum University since 2010 and teaches regularly at the Royal College of Music in London. He specializes in expanding the harp's repertoire through collaborations with composers and recordings for 'Phono Suecia.' A member of The Boulez Ensemble since 2016, he has held principal harp roles in renowned orchestras like the Staatskapelle Berlin and Bayreuth Festival Orchestra. His career spans solo performances, chamber music collaborations, and jury roles at major competitions.

• Education:
• Studied piano and harp at the Royal College of Music, London
• Further training with Marisa Robles (London), Edward Witsenburg (The Hague), and Sarah Bullen (Chicago)

Research/Performance Focus: Dedicated to contemporary harp repertoire, he has premiered works by composers and promotes interdisciplinary music education. His performances blend classical and modern compositions, emphasizing the harp's versatility in orchestral and chamber settings.

Teaching & Orchestral Roles: Taught at the Barenboim-Said Academy (2004–2011) and Hanns Eisler Academy (2008–2011). Engaged with orchestras such as the Berlin Philharmonic and Filarmonica della Scala. Regularly performs as a soloist with ensembles like the English Symphony Orchestra.

Awards/Juries: Jury member at the German Music Competition, International Harp Competition (Szeged), and ARD Music Competition. No specific awards listed, but recognized for artistic contributions to contemporary harp literature.