Ailie Robertson

Ailie Robertson is a Lecturer in Traditional Music and Composition at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. She holds roles as Composer in Residence at Glyndebourne Productions Ltd and Sound Scotland. Her work spans composition, artistic research, and improvisation, with a focus on choral, instrumental, and collaborative projects.

• Education: PhD in Composition from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

Her research interests include traditional music innovation, new work composition, and interdisciplinary performance. Notable works include choral pieces like Prelude to Holy Week and solo instrumental compositions such as Filska and skydance.

Recipient of the 2021 PRSF Women Make Music Award, her artistic practice bridges classical traditions with contemporary experimentation. She mentors PhD students in composition and traditional music and actively engages in public outreach through workshops, an online harp school, and a harp tips blog.

Collaborations involve ensembles, performers, and interdisciplinary artists, reflecting her commitment to expanding musical boundaries. Her work is available through performances, recordings, and scores published online.