Baroness McIntosh of Hudnall - Patron

Jennifer Johnston - Patron

Jon Arthur Valender - Artistic Director

“To perform with professional orchestral players, professional soloists and a professional conductor, in that wonderful venue, is something that few state comprehensive schools can offer their students; and through this wonderful project, we made that a reality.”
— Hanna Trevorrow, Chorus Workshop Leader, Wessex Multi Academy Trust

  • Artistic Director and Founder

    Jon Arthur Valender

    Having discovered opera at 16 Jon has spent the next 30 year exploring his love of the art form that has allowed him to explore at least three of the four corners of the world! His passion for opera and love for passing on its misunderstood power is integral to all things Destination:Opera

  • Head of High Notes

    Cheryl Enever

    Long term accomplice and friend! Much of Destination:Opera relies on our friendship. Having met on tour over 15 years ago too many escapades to count have culminated in the formation of this team.