Hilary Geddes is an award-winning guitarist and composer based on Gadigal Land in Sydney. She is the bandleader of the Hilary Geddes Quartet – an ensemble celebrated for their freewheeling improvisations and cinematic soundscapes. Working as an in-demand guitarist in some of Australia’s leading contemporary and improvised music projects, Hilary is celebrated for her unique musical voice as well as her collaborative approach to music-making.
“I am truly honoured to be the 2MBS Fine Music Artist in Residence for 2026. This residency offers an exciting and meaningful opportunity to both deepen my creative practice as well as connect with an engaged community of listeners who genuinely value Australian jazz and improvised music. I’m really looking forward to developing new work at Fine Music’s dedicated rehearsal and studio space – how thrilling!”