Patricia O'Callaghan

Patricia O'Callaghan is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Music at Queen's University, affiliated with the School of Music/Theatre. Her career spans over two decades, blending classical and contemporary music across genres and languages. She specializes in Kurt Weill's works, cabaret, and multilingual performances, with notable collaborations at Soulpepper Theatre Company, Edmonton Opera, and venues like London’s Royal Opera House. She has released seven solo albums, including the JUNO-nominated Corona Divinae Misericordiae.

• Education: Not explicitly detailed in text.

Her research interests focus on interdisciplinary music performance, vocal techniques across genres, and the fusion of classical traditions with modern compositions. She has premiered works by composers like R. Murray Schafer and David Braid, emphasizing cross-cultural and cross-genre innovation.

Her performances often feature multilingual singing (French, Spanish, German) and collaborations with ensembles such as the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra.

• Awards: JUNO nomination (2023?) for Corona Divinae Misericordiae.

As a Resident Artist at Soulpepper Theatre Company (6 years), she contributed to teaching, producing, and developing new works in music theatre. She also writes original songs, bridging classical and pop traditions.

Labs/Teams: Active with Soulpepper Theatre Company and collaborative projects with artists like Bryn Terfel and Steven Page.