About
Harrison (Harry) Swainston is a passionate advocate for the arts with a deep love for opera, orchestral and chamber music, contemporary compositions, and, of course, coffee. He graduated with distinction from the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University and completed his studies at the Australian National Academy of Music under the mentorship of Caroline Henbest in 2023. In 2024, Harry served as the Sydney Symphony Viola Fellow while continuing his Master’s studies at the Sibelius Academy in Finland, where he was honoured with the prestigious “Finland” scholarship. Harry has had the privilege of participating in numerous music festivals and recitals, both in Australia and internationally. As a soloist and a key member of the Artamidae String Quartet, he has performed at esteemed events such as the Adam Summer Music Festival, Bendigo Music Festival, Mornington Peninsula Music Festival, Twilight Classics Festival, and Brisbane Music Festival, among others. Notably, in 2023, Artamidae collaborated with the Australian String Quartet for the ‘Project Ludwig’ tour. In addition to these accomplishments, Harry has enjoyed touring with the Australian Chamber Orchestra Collective, Omega Ensemble, and various professional orchestras in Australia and Finland.
Australian Youth Orchestra
