CompaniesProfessional ServicesLegal professionThe abnormal lifestyle of a barrister who sings professional operaJul 30, 2026 – 4.54pmWhen barrister Raphael Hudson addresses judges in court, he’s often asked to lower his booming, operatic voice.“I have to be careful … although if the mic doesn’t work for some reason obviously I’m 20 times louder than anyone else.”Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In Professional servicesFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In Companies
The abnormal lifestyle of a barrister who sings professional opera
Raphael Hudson sings up to 12 hours a day and appears in opera houses worldwide, while still managing to run a successful practice at the Sydney bar.






