Your program for the Festival of Voices spans classical, pop, gospel, country, musical theatre and cabaret. Why was this important to you? 

The great luxury of programming a music festival focused on singing is that we don’t have to limit ourselves to one genre. Not only is it interesting and fun to be able to hit so many different notes (pun intended), but it’s also so important for me to make as many people as possible feel welcome at the festival. A great way to engage audiences is by programming artists and genres that they’re already invested in. Then, hopefully, while they’re with us, they will explore a bit and try something new.

Isobel Marmion. Photo © Sia Duff

Can you tell us about this year’s highlights including The Song Company and Luminescence Chamber Singers?

Gosh, I’m so excited about both of those concerts! It’s the first time The Song Company and Luminescence Chamber Singers have come to the Festival of Voices. They’ll both be performing in the stunning Ian Potter Recital Hall [at The Hedberg in Hobart, which has] absolutely world-class acoustics. Both concerts will feature works by Australian composers –...