I was born and raised in South Wales and began learning the violin at the age of nine. With the support and guidance of my teachers in Bridgend and at the Junior Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff, I progressed rapidly through the ABRSM grades and subsequently earned a place at the Royal College of Music in London to study with Rodney Friend and Hugh Bean. This early period inspired my love of teaching.
On graduating from the RCM, I gained a position in the 1st violin section in the BBC National Orchestra of Wales where I spent many happy years working with world class artists, playing incredible repertoire and travelling the world. Eventually I decided to go freelance and develop my teaching career.
About Me
Professional highlights during this period included:
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Working with major orchestras such as CBSO, BBC Symphony, Royal Philharmonic, London Philharmonic, Philharmonia, BBC Concert, Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Royal Opera House.
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Touring with Johnny Mathis and Shirley Bassey
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Recording film soundtracks such as Harry Potter
I currently live and work in Birmingham. My hobbies include cooking, gardening and walking my dog Archie at the beautiful Warley Woods.