Emily began playing the violin when she was 6 years old. During her time at SCECGS Redlands, she was involved in a number of string ensembles, and was associate concertmaster of the Senior Orchestra. She was also a member of the Sydney Youth Orchestras throughout her childhood until 2009, where she held concertmaster positions on numerous occasions in various ensembles (including the Sydney Youth Philharmonic and Peter Seymour Orchestras). While studying her Bachelor of Music, Emily played with the University of New South Wales Orchestra, holding the position of concertmaster in 2008.
In her spare time, Emily enjoys bouldering, playing with her dog Molly, reading, and tutoring for local music camps. Emily is Principal Second Violinist in both the Mosman Symphony Orchestra and North Sydney Symphony Orchestra. She is also a founding member and first violinist of Forza Quartet.