SHIMONA ROSE
SHIMONA ROSE
Singaporean soprano Shimona Rose is a Richard Divall Emerging Artist with Melbourne Opera and the 2024 Pendine International Voice of the Future.
She graduated with a Master of Performance with Distinction from the Royal College of Music in 2020, studying under Amanda Roocroft. Shimona’s earlier achievements include being named the 2018 Opera Scholar of the Year and winning the 37th Annual Australian National Liederfest. She completed her Bachelor of Music at the Melbourne Conservatorium under Carrie Barr.
In December 2022, she made her debut as Rosalinde in Die Fledermaus with the Singapore Lyric Opera at The Esplanade. Her other roles include Anne Trulove in The Rake’s Progress, Nanetta in Falstaff, and Pamina in Die Zauberflöte. She has also performed extensively in oratorios, including Mozart’s Requiem and Orff’s Carmina Burana.
A passionate advocate for both opera and music therapy, Shimona completed a Master of Arts in Music Therapy at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2023, where she continued vocal studies with Theresa Goble. She is delighted to be working towards a career in both fields.
Shimona currently studies with acclaimed Australian soprano Helena Dix and continues to value her mentorship and guidance.
Singaporean soprano Shimona Rose is the 2024 Pendine International Voice of the Future.
MUSIC THERAPIST
Shimona Thevathasan earned her qualification from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2023.
Shimona has empowered students in Singapore, London and Melbourne, helping them excel in high-grade exams and personal musical journeys.
