Emily Douglas
Emily Douglas is a French Horn player based in Manchester, originally from Middlesbrough, they went on to study at Chetham’s School of Music, in which they achieved both LRSM and DipABRSM diplomas by the age of 17. On leaving school, Emily graduated from the RNCM with first-class degrees at both Bachelor and Masters levels and now freelances regularly with orchestras across the North of England and the Midlands. During the 24/25 season, Emily completed a fellowship with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.
Throughout their studies, Emily was a keen chamber musician. They were involved in a wind quintet project on the Isle of Man in 2023, which introduced the instruments to primary-aged children across the island. Emily is passionate about community projects and how they can bring communities together through a communal love of music.
Emily’s other passions include knitting and crochet as well as football, in which they are an avid Sunderland supporter.
Something I’m looking forward to:
“I am looking forward to this all-encompassing scheme immensely. I can’t wait to get stuck in with community projects as well as progressing in my performance craft throughout the year through learning from such accomplished musicians and creators.”
Music recommendation:
My favourite work to listen to at the moment is Rachmaninoff Symphony no.2, specifically the 3rd movement – Adagio. I find it a beautiful piece of music that expresses so much emotion, which I feel should always be at the forefront of music.
https://open.spotify.com/track/4fsC9PsV5CprZjTNUxGL5j?si=13edaa415e504bf7
