A versatile, classically trained guitarist with experience as a soloist, accompanist and band member. I hold a masters in classical guitar with the ability to quickly sight read, comfortably playing a variety of different genres.
I have performing experience across the UK with an extensive range of playing styles.
Pit Orchestra, Reading Guitarist
2017 - Present
I have developed a strong ability to sight read as a result of my classical training and experiences within pit orchestras, function bands and session gigs.
I have played Electric Guitar for the following theatre productions:
● Heathers
● Legally Blonde
● Wicked
● West Side Story
● Matilda
● Dear Evan Hanson
● Six Mamma Mia
● Hamilton
Music for Youth National Festival 2023, Birmingham Symphony Hall 2023Member of a supporting band as part of the charity Music For Youth, supplying backing music for choirs and young people aged 25 and under across the UK .
Session guitarist at Pure Muso Entertainment Group
July 2022 - Present
Electric guitarist for function shows across the UK.
Involved quickly learning material at short notice with minimal rehearsal time to be performed at events.
Ability to perform using in-ear monitors along to backing tracks, working efficiently with musicians met on the day of performances.
Effectively collaborate alongside multiple Road Crew and Sound Engineers
Shows include:
● Maroon Live tribute Act
● Ultimate Killers Tribute Act
● Jamie Lee Harrison Backing band
Wei Wei, Personal Band Project
2021 - Present
Member of Wei Wei, a Post-Hardcore, Punk and Math-Rock inspired collective. Shows performed across Leeds and the Midlands, performing all original songs. Composed solos and lead lines for the band.
Classical Guitar Recitals
● Soloist, Gerald Garcia’s Lorca Concerto for Two Guitars and Guitar Orchestra
● Monday Recital series: Performance of Benjamin Britten’s Songs from the Chinese Op.58
● Solo Concerts include: RNCM Concert Hall, Stokesley Methodist Church, Bolton School
Show reel Link
https://youtu.be/xMxJRQlzJdI
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