Classical trombonist, composer, and Professor of Tenor Trombone.
He studied at [l305416] graduating in 1974. Aged 22, he joined the Hallé Orchestra. In June 2001, he was appointed Principal Trombone of the London Symphony Orchestra, a position he held until his retirement in June 2018. Prior to that, he held the same position with the Philharmonia Orchestra. Professor of Tenor Trombone at the [l527847].