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Toby Kearney serves as Head of Percussion at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Birmingham City University, while holding principal positions with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and Britten Sinfonia. He is also co-founder of the percussion duo O Duo.
Education:
- Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM)
- Royal College of Music (RCM)
His performance expertise spans classical and folk traditions, specializing in contemporary solo repertoire including works by Macmillan, Stockhausen, and Dorman. He actively interprets complex concertos and chamber works across diverse musical landscapes.
Professional recognition:
- BBC Young Musician of the Year (Percussion Category, 2006)
Mentorship activities encompass extensive coaching with national youth ensembles:
- National Children's Orchestra percussion section
- National Youth Orchestra percussionists
- Ulster Youth Orchestra
- National Youth Percussion Orchestra
Artistic collaborations extend to folk recordings and tours with prominent artists including Martin Simpson, Seth Lakeman, and Fay Hield.
