Connor D'Netto (he/him) is a composer of contemporary classical music, described as "the model contemporary Australian composer" by ABC Classic FM. Balancing driving rhythm, heartfelt lyricism drawn from his background in classical voice, a lushly textural approach to orchestration, and the delicate incorporation of electronic music elements, Connor’s work is a constant attempt to bring together sprawling artistic interests, and in doing so, create connections across audiences and communities. As a performer, Connor explores the intersections of experimental electronica, ambient and electroacoustic music, combining hardware synthesisers, live instruments, guitar pedals and DIY creations In 2022, Connor’s first opera “The Call”, commissioned by Opera Queensland with libretto by Kate Miller-Heidke, had its premiere season as part of Brisbane Festival. Limelight Magazine described Connor’s score as “captivating, intelligent, theatrical and emotional”. As a result of the opera’s success, The Call was a finalist for the 2023 “Work Of The Year: Dramatic” at the APRA Art Music Awards, and Connor was awarded the 2022 Albert H Maggs Award. Connor has had music performed by the likes of the LA Phil, selected as the youngest ever Composer-In-Residence of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, earned awards including the 2021 APRA AMCOS Professional Development Awards, and listed by The Australian listed Connor as one of their “21 Hottest Creative Artists of 2021”.