Russell Harcourt is a graduate of both the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and the Royal Academy of Music (MA with Distinction in Opera Performance). During his time in London, Russell furthered his studies Australia’s own Yvonne Kenny, was an Associate of the Young Artists’ Program at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden, and was made an Alumnus of the Britten–Pears Young Artist Program. Since returning to Australia, Russell has appeared as soloist with ensembles such as Pinchgut Opera, opera Australia and Bach Akademie Australia.