GLORIOUS SOUNDS - Lydia Adams

In a coup for the Australian vocal community, we are bringing to the festival Lydia Adams, undoubtedly one of the world’s most distinguished choral conductors. She possesses extraordinary musicianship and a true passion for the choral art form: her expertise, unique approach and dedication make her a vibrant and inspiring musical force. More Info

Lydia has conducted many award winning compact discs with her Toronto choirs and has extensively toured and conducted throughout Canada and the United States. She has also conducted several Canadian Provincial Youth Choirs, the National Youth Choir of Canada and has served as a guest conductor with ACDA Honor Choirs in Michigan and Colorado.

The recipient of many awards, Dr. Adams has been honoured by the City of Scarborough, the Women’s International Network, the Ontario Choral Federation and Mount Allison University. In 2003, she received an Honorary Doctorate from Mount Allison University for her service to music.

She very much looks forward to her visit to the Festival of Voices and to great music-making.