Jessica Gethin is an award-winning conductor, musician, artistic advisor and fierce advocate for women in music. Jessica was the inaugural Chief Conductor of the Perth Symphony Orchestra (2011-2019) and holds significant roles including Principal Conductor of the West Australian Ballet; Head of Orchestral Studies and Conducting at Edith Cowan University’s WA Academy of Performing Arts; and Artistic Advisor at Orchestra Victoria.

Hailed as ‘exuberant’, ‘superb’ and a ‘force to be reckoned with’, acclaimed Australian conductor Jessica Gethin has been praised by audiences and critics alike for her stellar musicianship, vibrant energy and charismatic stage presence.

Women in Conversation at the State Library is part of our suite of women-centred programming in 2025. Hear from some of WA’s groundbreaking and inspirational women who have become leaders and mentors in their chosen fields and actively give back and build communities.