MATTHEW O'CALLAGHAN

Conducting Fellow  (2025-2026)

Matthew O’Callaghan is a composer, vocalist, and conductor who graduated from the University of Connecticut, where he studied with Dr. Kenneth Fuchs, Rod Nelman, and Dr. Jamie Spillane. During his time at UConn, he was an active member and section leader in several vocal ensembles, including the UConn Chamber Singers, UConn Concert Choir, and Notes Over Storrs A Cappella.
As president of the UConn Composer-Ensemble Collaboration, Matthew helped produce several concerts each year showcasing newly composed works by UConn students and fostered strong connections between composers and performers. He also served as the composition representative on the Music Student Advisory Council, where he organized a collaborative performance with the UConn Art Department.
His compositions have been performed by the Mirror Lake Brass Quintet, the UConn Saxophone Quartet, and various a cappella ensembles. His debut album, Butterfly, was featured on Bandcamp’s front page as a “New and Notable” release.
Matthew is honored to serve as the Vernon Chorale Conducting Fellow and views the experience an important step toward his graduate studies and future career in conducting.