Bart Thiede (BBC, RTÉ) is a Polish-Irish tenor, musical director,
choral conductor, composer and organist based in Oxford.

Working across opera, musical theatre, concert, and recording,
Bart is recognised for his versatility as both a performer and
music-maker, combining classical technique with theatrical
instinct and a deep understanding of ensemble performance. As a singer, Bart’s repertoire spans opera, oratorio, recital
and contemporary work. Recent engagements include his
debut as Ferrando in Mozart’s Così fan tutte with
Barefoot Opera, alongside performances in concert and
broadcast settings with organisations including the BBC and RTÉ.
He is increasingly sought after for his work as a lyrical tenor,
bringing a bright, expressive sound and strong dramatic
commitment to the stage. Alongside his performing career, Bart is an experienced
musical director and conductor, specialising in opera,
musical theatre and large-scale collaborative projects.
His theatre credits include Musical Director, Arranger
and Sound Designer for Oxford Playhouse productions,
including History of (Almost) Everything, Sleeping Beauty,
Jack and the Beanstalk and other major family productions.
He is also the creator of Have You Met Stan?, an original
musical which opened at London’s King’s Head Theatre
following acclaimed runs at Brighton Fringe and Oxford’s
OFFBEAT Festival. A graduate of the University of Oxford (Exeter College) and
current postgraduate researcher, Bart’s work bridges
classical scholarship, contemporary theatre and performance.
He has worked with professional ensembles, choirs, schools and
festivals across the UK and internationally, with credits ranging
from cathedral music and opera to new writing, cabaret and film. Bart’s recordings include Mater Mundi (Chorum) and On Christmas
Night (OxRecs), as well as original music for theatre, podcasts and
short films. As an artistic director, he has founded and developed
concert series and festivals, including Music in Kilkenny and
Passio Festival, creating ambitious programmes that connect
traditional repertoire with new voices. A passionate educator and vocal coach, Bart is committed to
nurturing the next generation of performers while continuing
to develop his own career as a tenor, musical director and
creative collaborator. When not making music, Bart can usually be found exploring
the countryside with his border collie, Oscar.
about me
PERFORMER. As a choral conductor,
musical director, and classically trained tenor I am passionate
about storytelling through music.

My commercial discography includes Mater Mundi (Chorum),
On Christmas Night (OxRecs), and the original cast recording
of Have You Met Stan? Praised for my “perfectly-nuanced virtuosity” (MusicWeb International), and descibed as “quietly powerful” (Broadway
World UK), with “magnificent” and subtle accompaniments
(MusicWeb International), I possess “an enviable grasp of
choral development and conducting” (Organist Review). As an organist and conductor, I have performed in some of
the UK’s most prestigious venues, including St Paul’s Cathedral,
Westminster Abbey, and the Tower of London. Previously
Director of Music at Kilkenny College, Rye St Antony, and
St Canice’s Cathedral, I am a seasoned educator and
vocal coach. I served as Artistic Director and Producer
for Music in Kilkenny and the Passio Festival, collaborating
with the Irish Baroque Orchestra, Oxford Bach Soloists, and
organist Thomas Ospital. I also founded Bier-roque,
a trad-inspired early music series staged in local pubs. Recent projects include: directing various Bach cantatas
from the harpsichord around the UK, improvising to a screening
of the 1925 Phantom of the Opera, performing Peter and the
Wolf for schools across Ireland, solo organ and vocal recitals,
and international tours with the Exonian Choir, Exeter College
Choir, and the choir of St John’s Lutheran Church, Stamford, USA.
I can often be found deputising as an organist or tenor around
Oxford’s chapels, usually Exeter College or the University Church.


COMPOSER. An award-winning
composer across theatre and choral music. I write music which is
deeply inspired by my Polish and Irish heritage and upbringing,
often drawing on folk themes, linguistic inflexions, and unusual
modes.

My arrangements and incidental theatre music have been used
by places such as the Oxford Playhouse, Clapham Grand Theatre, and
my choral compositions can be heard on BBC Radio 3, BBC Radio 4,
as well as other compositions on BBC Berkshire, and RTÉ.

Selected compositions include:

Choral: Adoro te devote for SATB Choir and Organ (2023),
Lux for SATB Choir (2024), Missa Lundsberg for Male
Voices (2024), Roisin Dubh for upper voices and piano (2024),
Mass in time of Pestilence for SATB Choir (2021)

Chamber: Sonata for piano (2022), Immigrant Songs A
Song Cycle for Tenor Voice and Piano (2023), Dust for Voice
and Electronics (2025), Songs of Yesterday for Strings (2025)

Theatre, Film, & Other: Have you met Stan? A New Musical (2024),
Sam's Room A Musical Comedy (2025), History of (Almost) Everything
(Arranger Oxford Playhouse), Checking in, Checking Out
(Short Film) (2024) PodTime Stories (Bedtime Stories Podcast) (2024),
The Queen(er) Ears (Queer Stories Podcast), Incidental music
and Underscores forJack & the Beanstalk (2023) and
Sleeping Beauty (2024) (Oxford Playhouse)
THEATRE. Oxford-based musical director,
composer, sound designer and theatre-maker with a background in
choral music,new writing, and site-responsive work.

I am a graduate of the University of Oxford, and have worked across
the UK and internationally, including with the Oxford Playhouse,
National Concert Hall, and La Scala. My work spans musicals,
devised theatre, and broadcasted performances, often centred around
authentic, migrant, working-class stories. I particularly enjoy working with
new writing and children's theatre.

Selected recent credits include: Ferrando, Così fan tutte (Barefoot Opera),
History of (Almost) Everything (Musical Director,
Arranger & Sound Designer, Oxford Playhouse),
Sleeping Beauty (Musical Director, Oxford Playhouse), Jack &
the Beanstalk (Musical Director, Oxford Playhouse),
Handel’s Semele (DSM, Monteverdi Choir & Orchestras; La Scala Milan,
Philharmonie de Paris, Alexandra Palace London,
Sala Santa Cecilia Rome, Palau de la Música Barcelona)
Have You Met Stan? (Composer and Musical Director, UK Tour,
King's Head, London, & BT Studio Oxford Playhouse), Oktoberfest
Künstlerhaus (Musical Director, Künstlerhaus, Munich), Legally Blonde
(Keyboard 2, Kings Theatre Portsmouth), Footloose & Bugsy Malone
(Hillingdon International School).

Recent reviews: "Bart Thiede wrote and created a well-constructed
musical [and] took us on an emotional rollercoaster" (Theatre in Brighton)
"Musically accomplished and the most polished of
all the shows I’ve seen" (Broadway World UK)
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RECRUITMENT. Through my
extensive network across academia and the music world, I am well
positioned to recruit highly qualified specialist tutors in a wide range
of subjects, particularly in STEM fields.

Whether families require full-time, part-time, or short-term support
during critical exam periods, I can help identify and connect them
with the right expert to meet their unique needs.

I have a proven track record of matching families with tutors they
can trust; not just for their expertise, but for delivering real,
measurable results.

My personalised approach ensures each student receives tailored
tuition from trusted professionals who understand the pressures
of elite academic environments, providing effective support
exactly when it’s needed most.


ABOUT ME. I’m a private tutor, vocal coach,
and music educator with a strong academic background and nearly a
decade of experience working with students in some of the UK and
Ireland’s leading schools as well as internationally. I was educated at Clifton College and went on to study Music at
the University of Oxford (Exeter College), where I held the
Parry-Wood Organ Scholarship and received multiple academic
and performance awards.

I’ve trained in conducting with Paul Spicer, and I specialise in
vocal pedagogy, having coached singers across a range of ages
and genres; from early training to conservatoire and
professional level. I’ve served as Director of Music at both Rye St Antony School in
Oxford and Kilkenny College, Ireland’s largest co-educational
boarding school. In both roles, I led departments, expanded
extracurricular programmes, and supported students through
Oxbridge and university applications. Currently, I’m undertaking part-time postgraduate research in
historical musicology. I offer private tuition in music, English, history,
philosophy, and university entrance preparation, as well as specialist
vocal and performance coaching. I bring a warm, focused, and
adaptable approach to my teaching and am fully DBS-certified
with extensive safeguarding and pastoral experience.


FOR SCHOOLS. Having served as
Head of Department at leading schools, I have extensive experience
overhauling music curricula and launching whole-school music
initiatives that engage students across all ages and abilities.

This hands-on leadership means I can offer tailored consultancy
services to schools seeking to revitalise or improve their music
departments. From curriculum redesign and programme development
to staff training and extracurricular planning, I work closely with school
leaders to create sustainable, inspiring music education strategies
that raise participation and enhance student outcomes;
all offered at affordable prices suitable for schools of all sizes and budgets. Additionally, I provide dedicated support for schools mounting large
musical theatre productions, including keyboard programming,
track making, and hands-on producing services, ensuring
smooth, professional, and high-quality performances.


MUSIC. I bring over a decade of experience as
a vocal coach, performance mentor, and keyboard player, working
with students from enthusiastic beginners to Oxbridge choral
scholars and conservatoire applicants.

As a skilled accompanist, singer, and musical director for
many prestigious institutions in the UK and abroad, I combine technical
expertise with a deep understanding of vocal health, stage presence,
and musical expression. I am versatile across genres, coaching not only
classical singers but also musical theatre performers and contemporary
artists, adapting my approach to suit each student’s goals. Alongside individual coaching, I design and lead bespoke cultural
programmes and summer camps focused on choral music and
the performing arts. These immersive experiences blend rehearsals,
performance opportunities, and cultural exploration, providing young
people with confidence-building, collaborative, and inspiring
environments. With invaluable connections across the music industry,
I am also well placed to signpost students to further opportunities,
auditions, and specialist training pathways.

With my broad musical background and practical experience, I help
students discover their voice, develop discipline, and thrive creatively.


ACADEMIC. As an academic tutor, I offer
highly flexible one-to-one tuition anywhere in the world, either in person
or online. I specialise in Music, English, Philosophy, History, and
related humanities subjects, working with students of all ages and
abilities; from early years through to university level.

Alongside subject tuition, I provide expert support for UK private
school entry, including preparation for interviews, exams, and personal
statements. I have a strong track record guiding students through
Oxbridge applications, with particular expertise in music admissions
and choral scholarships.

Though my experience as a Head of Music at a number of schools,
I am experienced incrafting bespoke curricula suitable for hybrid or
home schooling, as well as supporting children who are often on the move. For families seeking immersive, enriching experiences, I also plan
and deliver bespoke learning and cultural programmes, tailored to
each student’s interests and goals;from short-term holiday
projects to long-term mentoring.

With a background in elite schools and private education, I offer
a discreet, high-touch, and comprehensive service, adaptable to
family schedules and delivered with academic rigour, creativity,
and care.

I have extensive experience working with children who face
challenges such as ADHD, school refusal, or behavioural difficulties.
My approach is calm, structured, and compassionate, with a
strong focus on building trust and adapting to each child’s
individual needs. I understand the importance of flexibility,
clear communication, and pastoral sensitivity, and I’m skilled at creating
safe, engaging learning environments;whether at home, in school, or
on the move.


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bartoszthiede@gmail.com
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