Michael Rosewell

Michael Rosewell serves as Director of Opera at the Royal College of Music's International Opera School and Music Director of English Touring Opera, the UK's leading Olivier award-winning opera touring company. With decades of international experience at major opera houses, he brings unparalleled professional expertise to his academic leadership role.

His professional focus encompasses:

• Opera Direction and Production
• Conducting for Vocal Performance
• Vocal Coaching and Interpretation
• Music Education for Emerging Artists
• Classical Repertoire Development
• Opera Festival Programming

Rosewell's teaching methodology integrates his extensive practical experience with academic rigor, having worked with legendary artists including Pavarotti, Domingo, Freni, and conductors like Claudio Abbado. His leadership connects students directly with the professional opera world through masterclasses and collaborations with major institutions.

Professional affiliations include:

• Music Director, English Touring Opera
• Director, RCM International Opera School
• Conductor at Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
• Collaborator with Vienna State Opera

Throughout his distinguished career, Rosewell has conducted major orchestras including the RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, London Mozart Players, and Aurora Orchestra, while broadcasting for Radio France Musique and recording for Linn and Decca records. His international reach extends to festivals in Aldeburgh, Bath, Perth, Buxton, Zagreb, and Montepulciano.