Since winning the woodwind category of the BBC Young Musician competition in 2010, flautist Emma Halnan has been in high demand for her solo and collaborative performances in the UK and internationally.
As a concerto soloist, Emma has performed with orchestras such as the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, and the London Mozart Players; she also recently recorded David Matthews’ new flute concerto with the Ulster Orchestra and Jac van Steen, for Somm Recordings. She has performed live on BBC television and radio, including on Radio 3’s “In Tune” on multiple occasions.
As an orchestral flautist, Emma has worked with ensembles including the Ulster Orchestra, London Mozart Players, BBC orchestras, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, English Touring Opera and English National Opera. Emma also plays historical flutes, freelancing with ensembles such as the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Gabrieli Consort & Players and the Hanover Band.
Emma is also a highly regarded flute teacher, teaching at the Royal Academy of Music Junior Department, Wells Cathedral School and the University of Cambridge.
Emma studied at the Royal Academy of Music, the Purcell School of Music, and privately with Robert Winn. She was elected an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music (ARAM) in the Academy’s 2024 Honours; this is awarded to alumni of the Academy who have distinguished themselves in the music profession.
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