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I’m a trumpet player and pianist who recently graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, specializing in jazz performance. I perform solo and in ensembles and am building a growing portfolio of original work and professional engagements.
Highlights include performing at the Royal Albert Hall as part of a quartet in November 2019, appearing with a funk group in Netflix’s series while playing trumpet, and a cafe performance in Cardiff in September 2024 where I played piano.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Composer at Opera Aria
November 1, 2022 - PresentComposed a song based on an Italian poem with a professional tenor.
Composer/Arranger at Theatre Production (Macbeth)
July 1, 2023 - PresentComposed and arranged music for Shakespeare's Macbeth for orchestra and solo voices, collaborating with peers to convey the story.
Composer at Truro College (Animation Project)
July 1, 2023 - PresentComposed a jazz score for an animation; later transformed into a big band arrangement; engaged via Fiverr.
Composer at Winnie the Pooh Advertising Campaign
July 1, 2023 - PresentScored music for Winnie the Pooh and Eeyore to advertise knitting patterns online.
Composer at RWCMD Graduation Performance
March 1, 2024 - PresentComposed a complete set of originals for my end-of-year performance to conclude my graduation from RWCMD.
Arranger/Composer at RWCM D (Barbershop Quartet project)
November 1, 2022 - PresentArranged 'What a Wonderful World' for a group of female singers at RWCM D
Composer at Opera aria
April 1, 2025 - PresentComposed a song based on an Italian poem with a professional tenor
Composer/Arranger for Theatre at Theatre production
July 1, 2023 - PresentComposed and arranged the Shakespearean play Macbeth for orchestra and solo voices
Composer at RWCM D
March 1, 2024 - PresentJazz standards - composed a complete set of originals for end-of-year performance to graduate RWCM D
Composer for Animation at Fiverr
July 1, 2023 - PresentComposed a jazz score for an animation, later transformed into a big band arrangement
Composer at Winnie the Pooh & Eeyore Advertising
July 1, 2023 - PresentScored music for Winnie the Pooh and Eeyore to advertise knitting patterns online
Arranger/Composer at RWCMD
November 1, 2022 - PresentArranged 'What a Wonderful World' for a barbershop quartet of female singers at RWCMD.
Composer/Arranger at Truro College
July 1, 2023 - PresentComposed a jazz score for an animation; later transformed into a big band arrangement after being contacted via Fiverr.
Composer/Arranger at RWCMD
March 1, 2024 - PresentComposed a complete set of originals for Jazz Standards, an end-of-year performance to conclude graduation at RWCMD.
Composer/Arranger at Theatre Production
April 1, 2025 - PresentComposed and arranged Macbeth for orchestral and solo voices; collaboration with peers to portray different characters.
Composer / Arranger at RWCMD (Barbershop project)
November 1, 2022 - PresentArranged 'What a Wonderful World' for a group of female singers; contributed orchestration and theme development for a barbershop ensemble.
Composer at Fiverr (commission)
July 1, 2023 - PresentComposed a jazz score for an animation after being contacted through Fiverr; collaborated with a client to deliver a tailored music piece.
Composer / Arranger at RWCMD
March 1, 2024 - PresentComposed a complete set of originals (Jazz Standards) for end-of-year performance and to celebrate graduation from RWCMD.
Music Composer / Theatre Arranger at Theatre Macbeth production
April 1, 2025 - PresentComposed and arranged the Shakespearean play Macbeth for orchestral and solo voices in collaboration with peers.
Trumpeter at Royal Albert Hall
November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019Performed as part of a quartet in a funk group on trumpet at the Royal Albert Hall.
Pianist at Henry's Cafe Bar, Cardiff
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024Piano performance with partner; partner sang.
Live Performer at Nursing Homes (various)
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023Performed a wide repertoire from classical to jazz to pop in several nursing homes.
Trumpet Player (Quartet) at Royal Albert Hall
November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019Performed as part of a trumpet quartet at the Royal Albert Hall; part of a funk group; notable experience performing live on trumpet.
Musician (Nursing Home Ensemble) at Nursing Homes (via Truro College)
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023A-level music project performing at several nursing homes; repertoire included classical, jazz, and pop.
Freelance Musician at London (Self-Employed)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Freelance trumpet player and composer performing across London venues; building original works and professional engagements.
Trumpeter (Quartet) / Performer
November 1, 2019 - November 23, 2025Performed as part of a funk group in a quartet at the Royal Albert Hall.
Pianist at Henry's Cafe Bar
September 1, 2024 - November 23, 2025Played piano in a duo with a singer; performed at a Cardiff cafe venue.
Musician at Nursing homes (Truro College project)
July 1, 2023 - November 23, 2025Performed a wide repertoire from classical to jazz to pop for nursing homes.
Trumpeter at Freelance / Self-employed
November 1, 2019 - November 23, 2025Experienced performer in solo and ensemble settings with a growing portfolio of original work and professional engagements. Notable early performance at the Royal Albert Hall as part of a quartet (November 2019).
Pianist at Henry's Café Bar
September 1, 2024 - November 23, 2025Duo piano performances with a singer; repertoire spanning classical, jazz, and pop in Cardiff.
Musician (Nursing Home Gigs) at Nursing Homes (via Truro College program)
July 1, 2023 - November 23, 2025Performed a wide repertoire in nursing home settings as part of a community outreach during the A-level music program.
Trumpeter at Royal Albert Hall (Quartet)
November 30, 2019 - November 30, 2019Performed as part of a quartet at the Royal Albert Hall; experience with a funk-influenced trumpet style and live ensemble performance.
Pianist at Henry's Cafe Bar, Cardiff
September 30, 2024 - September 30, 2024Cafe performance with partner; played piano while partner sang; September 2024.
Musician - Nursing Home Performances at Nursing Homes Circuit
July 1, 2023 - November 23, 2025Performed for nursing home residents, presenting a wide repertoire from classical to jazz and pop.
Education
Bachelor of Music (Hons) at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025Bachelor of Music (Hons) at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025A-Level Music at Turro College
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025Bachelor of Music (Honours) at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025BA Music at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025A-level Music at Truro College
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025A-level Music at Truro College
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025BA Music (Jazz Performance) at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025BA in Music at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021A-level Music at Truro College
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025BA Music at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025BA Music at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025Qualifications
A-level Music
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025BA Music (Jazz Performance)
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025A-level Music
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality
Experience Level
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