EMMA KNOTT

Emma Knott completed degrees in flute performance from the Queensland Conservatorium and the University of Wollongong, studying with renowned teachers, Margaret Crawford and Geoffrey Collins. She then travelled overseas to study with the legendary flautists, William Bennett and James Galway.
Emma subsequently lectured at the Sydney Conservatorium for ten years, where she collaborated in the development of a beginner tutor book with Margaret Crawford and Mark Walton. A former conductor of the Sydney Youth Orchestra and an AMEB examiner for more that 25 years, Emma has also held office for the Flute Society of NSW and the Australian Flute Society.

Emma is an accomplished performer, with multiple albums featuring Australian flute music to her credit, which have been played extensively on the classical network. She is also a member of the innovative Eclectix Flute Quartet. A dedicated and inspiring teacher of many decades’ experience, her students having won many awards and accolades. She has now been appointed to the staff of Hume Conservatorium.