Nicola studied Flute and Piano at the RCM where she won exhibition scholarships on both instruments, the Eve Kisch flute prize and several prizes for all round musicianship. She has given solo recitals at the Wigmore Hall, Purcell Rooms and live on Classic FM and worked with the Bournemouth and LPO orchestras. Her recent recording of solo flute works by Koechlin was named Guardian Classical CD of the week. Nicola is a passionate educator and devotes much time and energy to taking music to those who do not have access to music. She is co-founder of the Rockhampton Folk Festival.