West Australian Symphony Orchestra has announced the three emerging talents who will take part in its Conducting Fellowship initiative in 2024, part of the WASO’s Young & Emerging Artist program.

Sara Duhig, Daniel Corvaia and Leanne Puttick. Photos supplied

Under the guidance of Associate Conductor Jen Winley and the WASO Artistic Planning team, Daniel Corvaia, Sara Duhig and Leanne Puttick will have the opportunity to attend and assist in WASO’s rehearsals across the year, including Masters, MACA Classics, Family, Education and Special Event series concerts. With access and insight into the wider WASO team, including orchestral management, education and community engagement, the program offers the conductors a broad range of experiences for artistic and professional growth.

“WASO offers some of the best conductor development in the country and having the opportunity to work directly with the musicians of WASO is priceless. I’m really looking forward to working with these very talented local musicians and supporting them in their development throughout 2024,” said Winley.

Daniel Corvaia is a graduate of the UWA Conservatorium of Music. Mentored by WASO’s Assistant Concertmaster Semra Lee, he holds a Bachelor of Music in Violin...