About Joanna Borrett
Joanna Borrett is a British composer and cellist whose music is recognised for its lyrical writing, strong sense of narrative and distinctive voice for strings. She came to composition later in her career after an earlier path as a cellist and journalist.
Joanna’s first string orchestra work – Clan – was recorded by Her Ensemble in 2024, chosen as Album of the Weekend by Magic Classical and Video of the Day by Gramophone. Clan has received broadcasts on BBC Radio 3 and Swedish Radio, performances by professional and amateur orchestras, and been used for ballet choreography.
Her first song cycle – Moments of Freedom - received its premiere at The Royal College of Music in September 2025. The three string orchestra pieces that comprise this EP - Then, Rebellion and Interlude - were released as singles in 2026 and chosen for Spotify’s New Classical playlist. Joanna’s music is included in ABRSM and Trinity College exam syllabuses and is broadcast regularly on BBC Radio 3.