J O S H U A B A T T Y
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Joshua Batty joined the Sydney Symphony as solo flute in 2019 aged 27 after holding the same position with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, Ireland.
His training saw him study as a full scholar (supported by Sir Elton John) at the Royal Academy in London where we was later awarded an Associateship and at HEMGE Switzerland. During this time he became principal flute of both National Youth Orchestra GB and the prestigious Gustav Mahler Jugendorchester, Austria.
Since then he has performed as guest Principal Flute for over a decade with some of the world's leading conductors and soloists in over 30 leading orchestras worldwide, travelling extensively across Europe, USA, South America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.
An in demand soloist, Joshua has performed at Buckingham Palace before royalty and appeared frequently as concerto soloist, most recently under conductors John Wilson, Johannes Fritz and soon Simone Young (Sydney Opera House 2024). Currently he is in the process of expanding the flute repertoire, commissioning and premiering flute concerti and solo works by composers such as Sir Stephen Hough, Harry Sdraulig and Nigel Westlake as well as making his first solo CD.
Equally at home in the recording studio, Joshua can be heard on major movies, games and series for Disney, Netflix, Marvel - Planet of the Apes, Room, Mortal Kombat, Star Wars and World of Warcraft being recent examples. Besides this he has recorded prolifically for classical labels such as EMI, Naxos and Chandos.
Over Joshua’s studies he was awarded multiple prizes at Future Talent, Royal Academy of Music, British Flute Society and Royal Overseas League competitions as well as the Candide Prize at the LSO Wind Academy (formerly the Shell competition). He has recently been accepted into the prestigious Larrieu International Flute Competition in Nice taking place in October 2024.
Teaching is a main passion of Joshua's and at the age of 23 he was made a flute tutor at RNCM and University of Melbourne after this. Since relocating in 2019, he has turned his focus to curating charity concerts, so far raising in excess of $50,000 for Bushfire Appeal, the Ukraine war, Support Act for artists with pandemic related financial difficulty and WIRES animal welfare.
Joshua owes his gratitude all of his former teachers, Gitte Marcusson, Katherine Baker, RIchard Davis, Michael Cox and Jacques Zoon.
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VIEW JOSHUA’S CV HERE
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SYDNEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Joshua Batty joined the Sydney Symphony Orchestra as Principal Flute in 2019 after holding the same position with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, Ireland.
REVIEWS
JOYFUL SOUNDS PUSH BACK AGAINST THE GLOOM
Sydney Morning Herald
MUSIC REVIEW: THE ASO’S ECSTASY
In Daily - Adelaide
DELICATE SENSUOUS DEBUSSY
Sydney Morning Herald
VIRTUOSIC FLUTE & HARP DUO [LIVE AT YOURS]
Limelight
NIELSEN FLUTE CONCERTO
Limelight
ARTICLES
LEADING SYDNEY MUSICIANS LINE UP IN BID TO SUPPORT UKRAINE
Flautist Joshua Batty explains why a fundraiser is so important right now, and what we can expect.
Limelight
SYDNEY MUSICIANS ARE BANDING TOGETHER TO HELP NATIVE ANIMALS IN NEED
CutCommon - Magazine
MUSICIANS HELPING AUSTRALIAN BUSHFIRE RECOVERY
ABC Classic
A B O U T M E
“From the orchestra came the gorgeous glow of Josh Batty's flute. Every solo was glorious, and every duet an inspiration” Sir Stephen Hough.
“Finding top-notch soloists doesn’t seem to be a problem either, with SSO Principal Flute Joshua Batty the star of this show” Limelight
“Joshua Batty played with florid lightness, deft musicianship, virtuosity and nimble expressiveness" [Nielsen Flute Concerto] Sydney Morning Herald
“…Joshua Batty played as wonderfully as one could imagine.” [Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune] InDaily Adelaide.
“Batty’s flute soared in, his sound lush in the high register, potent in the low, and agile in the ornaments that adorned the faster dance tunes” Limelight.
“From the orchestra came the gorgeous glow of Josh Batty's flute. Every solo was glorious, and every duet an inspiration” Sir Stephen Hough. “Finding top-notch soloists doesn’t seem to be a problem either, with SSO Principal Flute Joshua Batty the star of this show” Limelight “Joshua Batty played with florid lightness, deft musicianship, virtuosity and nimble expressiveness" [Nielsen Flute Concerto] Sydney Morning Herald “…Joshua Batty played as wonderfully as one could imagine.” [Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune] InDaily Adelaide. “Batty’s flute soared in, his sound lush in the high register, potent in the low, and agile in the ornaments that adorned the faster dance tunes” Limelight.
T E S T I M O N I A L S
P R O F E S S I O N A L
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I’ve had the good fortune to know Josh for some years now, and have witnessed his development over this time. He is a huge talent on the flute and in general musically. As a soloist, chamber musician and orchestral musician he consistently demonstrates an instinctive affinity with the instrument and with the subtleties of the style at hand. His performances are exhilarating, sensitive and intelligent.
Diana Doherty Oboe Soloist, Winner: Prague Spring competition, Young Concert Artists New York
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“From the orchestra came the gorgeous glow of Josh Batty's flute. Every solo was glorious, and every duet an inspiration.”
Sir Stephen Hough Concert Pianist
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Coming soon...
Simone Young - Chief Conductor Sydney Symphony Orchestra
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Coming soon...
John Wilson Conductor, Founder - Sinfonia of London, John Wilson Orchestra.
T E A C H I N G
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Josh Batty is an exceptional teacher and flautist who is very generous with his knowledge and musical ideas. He is fantastic at providing explanations to take the guesswork out of flute playing.
Kim Falconer - Principal Flute Adelaide Symphony Orchestra
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"I have learned with Josh for numerous years and in that time, he has helped me to reach new heights in both my technical and expressive abilities. He is a highly experienced and innovative teacher and I have been greatly inspired by what I have learned with him. Especially with the way that he teaches breathing and tone production, it has unveiled a myriad of colours which I can now utilise in performance. Josh has been very supportive and prepared me for various auditions for study programmes and professional ensembles."
Michelle Wang - Royal Danish Conservatoire of Music
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"When I started lessons with Josh I was a completely different flautist. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to learn from a musician who has so much experience, knowledge and adaptability in his teaching. In every lesson, Josh's teaching gives me the information I needed to hear to focus my practice, make improvements and broaden my horizons. Whether the key information is a conversation about mental approach, or a scientific looking sketch of sound waves, Josh always knows what I need to hear. His lessons are a place of inspiration and I constantly find myself thinking between lessons "how would Josh play that?" or "what would Josh do to make that phrase sparkle?".
Suzy Milton - Australia, Sydney Conservatorium
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“Josh has been an influential and dynamic teacher. His knowledge, passion and command of the instrument is inspiring and his international experience enhances his invaluable teachings. I’m grateful for the guidance and support he has given me in preparation for successful auditions including Australian Youth Orchestra and UK conservatoire undergraduate programs.”
Isabeau Hansen RNCM, UK
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Joshua’s knowledge of the flute helped me reach new heights in my playing, and his command of the instrument remains a constant source of inspiration. His guidance and support when I auditioned for postgraduate conservatoire degrees was invaluable, and I feel very fortunate to have had him as my teacher.
Matthew Bottaro - Royal College of Music, London
