Mezzo soprano Stephanie Dillon was born and raised in Moree, NSW, and is now based in Sydney. Stephanie is a versatile singer, showcasing her “distinctively edged sound” (Sydney Morning Herald) and “full-bodied mezzo warmth” (Fever Pitch Magazine) in repertoire ranging from the Baroque to contemporary periods. Stephanie enjoys a varied career, both as a soloist and ensemble singer.
Stephanie has been a member of the Choir of St James’ King Street, Sydney since 2017. Stephanie enjoys regular collaborations with professional organisations in Australia, including Bach Akademie Australia, the Song Company, Pinchgut Opera, the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Cantillation, Collegium Musicum Choir at UNSW, and St Mary’s Cathedral Choir. Stephanie was a Principal Artist with The Song Company from 2020-2022 and is the co-Director of new vocal ensemble, CASTALIA Vocal Consort.
Notable 2023 engagements include Bach St John Passion with Christ Church St Laurence Sydney, Bach Magnificat in D with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, projects with Bach Akademie Australia, and various concerts with CASTALIA Vocal Consort. Stephanie will also make her soloist debut with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in July.
In 2022, Stephanie performed in various projects with Bach Akademie Australia, tours with the Song Company and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and two programs with Pinchgut Opera, including Monteverdi’s Vespers. Stephanie also performed in four programs with CASTALIA Vocal Consort in their inaugurate year. Other professional highlights include Arvo Pärt’s Passio at the Tapestry of Sacred Music Festival in Singapore, 150 Psalms project at the 2020 Adelaide Festival, Handel's Messiah with various orchestras, plus education work with Gondwana Choirs.
In addition to her work as a performer, Stephanie has worked in arts administration and arts education in some of Australia’s leading arts organisations. In 2022, Stephanie attained a Master of Teaching (primary) and works as a primary school teacher when not on the concert platform.
