Hi, I’m Stephen Utting, a versatile musician and composer with decades of recording, writing, and directing music across the UK and Australia. I’ve written songs for various acts, arranged and recorded scores for theatre and live performances, and led ensembles from solo acts to eight-piece bands. From touring around London to teaching music technology, I’ve built a career blending performance, education, and production, always aiming to bring music to life with clarity and energy.

Stephen Utting

Hi, I’m Stephen Utting, a versatile musician and composer with decades of recording, writing, and directing music across the UK and Australia. I’ve written songs for various acts, arranged and recorded scores for theatre and live performances, and led ensembles from solo acts to eight-piece bands. From touring around London to teaching music technology, I’ve built a career blending performance, education, and production, always aiming to bring music to life with clarity and energy.

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Hi, I’m Stephen Utting, a versatile musician and composer with decades of recording, writing, and directing music across the UK and Australia. I’ve written songs for various acts, arranged and recorded scores for theatre and live performances, and led ensembles from solo acts to eight-piece bands.

From touring around London to teaching music technology, I’ve built a career blending performance, education, and production, always aiming to bring music to life with clarity and energy.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Musical Director at Whitehill Church of Christ
January 1, 2002 - Present
In charge of all music production including musicianship, sound, lighting and projection; managed up to 30 musicians and volunteers; mentored leaders and taught all aspects of music and band dynamics.
Music Teacher / Band Consultant at Self-employed
January 1, 2002 - Present
Guitar, bass, singing and music theory teacher; offered recording facility via small Pro Tools studio; ran workshops and maintained affiliation with music schools.
Lead Guitarist at Eclipse
June 1, 1994 - September 27, 2025
Recorded demo album and performed live as lead guitarist.
Arranger at Raw Sax
December 1, 1996 - September 27, 2025
Commissioned to arrange standards for 4 saxophones.
Composer / Arranger at Hope Street
December 1, 2000 - September 27, 2025
Composed and arranged for blues band Hope Street; first album recorded March 1997 and second album November 1998.
Recording Session / Church Musician at St. Faith’s Church
February 1, 1997 - Present
Recorded choir, pipe organ, piano, flute and lead vocals.
Self-employed Musician / Teacher
August 1, 2002 - September 27, 2025
Guitar, bass, singing and music theory teacher; band consultant for arrangements and presentation.
Musical Director at Whitehill Church of Christ
December 1, 2006 - Present
In charge of all music production, sound, lighting and projection; music selection and coordination of up to 30 musicians and technical volunteers; mentored leaders.
Co-Songwriter / Producer at Caitlin Morrell
February 1, 2022 - Present
Co-songwriting and production; currently developing her first album.
Session Musician / Live Performer at Saju Music
May 1, 2023 - Present
Recording sessions with local musicians; various live performances.
Founder at Saju Music
July 1, 2022 - Present
Started Saju Music Company; continued via SEA program through ETC; ongoing activity.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Music at JMC Academy Brisbane
February 19, 2021 - May 31, 2023
I specialised in Songwriting and Composing. The course covered Music Theory, Composing, Live Performance, Recording, Mixing and Mastering.
Diploma of Popular Music and Recording at Salford College of Technology
September 1, 1989 - September 1, 1991

Qualifications

Theory of Music Grade 5
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025
Theory of Music Grade 6
August 1, 1986 - September 1, 1986

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other