Edward Kay studied music at Durham University, Trinity College and at the Guildhall College of Music and Drama, after which he received conducting tuition with George Hurst. After working in the north of England where his conducting work included the Musical Directorship of Durham County Opera, Durham Chamber Ensemble, Northern Praeclassica Chamber Choir, Durham University Orchestra and the foundation of the North East Symphony Orchestra, he has since worked in London with the Kensington Chamber Orchestra, London Light Opera, the Stravinsky Players, the Helios Orchestra and Figaro Opera. Edward currently works as a conductor, teacher, composer and accompanist.
