Joanna is a seasoned professional bassoonist with over 25 years of performance experience. Throughout her illustrious career, she has played with many of the country’s leading orchestras, including the BBC Philharmonic, BBC NOW, BBC Concert Orchestra, Halle, Britten Sinfonia, Bournemouth Symphony, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, and Welsh National Opera, among others. Currently, she is in trial for the position of second bassoonist with BBC NOW, further affirming her outstanding musicianship.
In addition to her orchestral work, Joanna is deeply involved in chamber music. Recently, she performed the Schubert octet alongside Julian Bliss, a project that highlights her versatility and passion for collaborative music-making.
Alongside her performance career, Joanna has dedicated many years to teaching at various schools and music services, and she actively participates in outreach programs, helping to inspire and nurture the next generation of musicians.