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Jon Tooby is a Lecturer in Cello at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. He serves as the Cellist in the Darlington String Quartet and co-directs WAAPA's String Department.
- Joined WASO as its youngest cellist at age 18
- Studied cello at Royal College of Music (London) with William Pleeth and Christopher Bunting
- Chief Conductor & Artistic Director of Darwin Symphony Orchestra since 2018
- Founder of Darlington Chamber Music Series (2004), celebrating its 20th season in 2023
Research interests focus on:
• Chamber music performance practices
• Collaborative projects with First Nations artists
• Reinterpretation of classical works through interdisciplinary ensembles
Research output trends emphasize creative collaborations between string quartets and guitar, with a focus on reimagining concertante repertoire for unconventional instrumental combinations.
- Royal College of Music Chamber Music Competition winner
- Royal College of Music Concerto Competition winner
- Young Performers Award (YPA) finalist
Educational contributions include mentoring at National Music Camp, WAYAChamp, Musica Viva, and Menuhin School (UK). He has performed extensively across Australia, Asia, and Europe with ensembles like I Cellisti (cello quartet) and WAAPA Symphony Orchestra.
