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Bernard Barker was born and bred in London and educated at the Royal College of Music and Durham University.

He enjoys a mixed portfolio as an educator, conductor, chorus master and organist. He is Director of Music at the German Church in Knightsbridge, is on the music staff of St James’s Church, Piccadilly, and is a UK and international examiner for the ABRSM.

He has performed extensively in Europe, South East Asia and South Africa. His varied interests include architecture, biographies, church history, French wine, gardens, politics and Westie dogs.

He is a Freeman of the City of London and has been a member of TASV for two years. He joined the committee to help bring exciting and interesting lectures and events to the Society’s members.

Portrait of Bernard Barker

Bernard Barker

Lecture Events Host

It has been a pleasure having Bernard as part of The Arts Society Victoria.
Meet the rest of the committee or look back at our lectures.