I'm Richard Watts, a dedicated self-employed singer, songwriter and musician, performing nationally and internationally with various lineups, while writing, producing and recording sessions. I enjoy shaping songs from concept to studio and then onto the stage. I also have experience in education as a band coach for a peripatetic company taking group classes and student workshops. I bring a friendly, professional approach to every collaboration and aim to create music that's engaging and authentic.…

Richard Watts

I'm Richard Watts, a dedicated self-employed singer, songwriter and musician, performing nationally and internationally with various lineups, while writing, producing and recording sessions. I enjoy shaping songs from concept to studio and then onto the stage. I also have experience in education as a band coach for a peripatetic company taking group classes and student workshops. I bring a friendly, professional approach to every collaboration and aim to create music that's engaging and authentic.…

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I’m Richard Watts, a dedicated self-employed singer, songwriter and musician, performing nationally and internationally with various lineups, while writing, producing and recording sessions. I enjoy shaping songs from concept to studio and then onto the stage.

I also have experience in education as a band coach for a peripatetic company taking group classes and student workshops. I bring a friendly, professional approach to every collaboration and aim to create music that’s engaging and authentic.

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Work Experience

Singer / Songwriter / Musician at Independent Artist (Self-Employed)
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Self-employed singer/songwriter/musician, performing nationally and internationally in various lineups, writing and recording sessions.
Vocalist / Bassist / Live Performer at Country Pop Project, Retreat
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Wrote, recorded and performed original country pop material; studio and remote vocal sessions; released acoustic cover versions on digital platforms; performed at professional events across the UK and internationally.
Band Coach / Music Tutor at iRock School of Music
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Band coaching for teaching groups in primary school settings.
Vocalist / Recording Artist (Acoustic Covers) at Freelance
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Recording, producing and releasing acoustic cover versions of well known songs on all digital platforms; vocal sessions on location or remotely.
Vocalist / Bassist (Recording and Touring America & Europe) at Robin Trower
January 1, 1999 - November 20, 2025
Touring America playing bass and singing in a live blues/rock band and recording session vocals for album releases.
Producer / Co-writer / Composer / Orchestrator at richardwattsuk - freelance music services
May 13, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Writing, recording, producing, orchestrating strings etc for church based music for use in Catholic Mass

Education

BTEC National Diploma in Business and Finance at South East Essex College of Art and Technology
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1992
GCSEs at St Thomas More High School for Boys
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1990
Associate Board Piano Grade 5 at Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025

Qualifications

BTEC National Diploma in Business and Finance
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1992
Associated Board Piano Grade 5
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other