Eiddwen Harrhy

Eiddwen Harrhy is a Professor of Singing at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), renowned for her expertise in Handel’s music and international teaching career. She has performed in over 20 Handel operas and leads masterclasses globally, including at Indiana University’s prestigious Jacobs School of Music.

• Education: Royal Manchester College of Music (Imperial League of Opera Gold Medal), London (Miriam Licette Prize), Paris.
• Performance Career: Featured in major opera houses across Amsterdam, Buenos Aires, Milan, Paris, Sydney, and more, with roles in Poppea, Alcina, Madama Butterfly, and Wozzeck.
• Collaborations: Worked with conductors like Colin Davis and Georg Solti, directors including Peter Hall and Graham Vick, and accompanists such as Geoffrey Parsons.

Research & Expertise: Specializes in Handel opera interpretation, historical vocal styles, and classical performance techniques. Her teaching emphasizes both operatic and oratorio traditions, particularly in Baroque repertoire.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellowships: Royal College of Music, Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Royal Society of Arts
• Honorary Doctorate of Letters from the University of Swansea

Global Engagement: Regularly conducts masterclasses in Singapore, Prague, Berlin, Utrecht, and Helsinki, blending her performance legacy with pedagogical outreach.