Hey Guys

Ok So its now the end of term one and i realise i haven't blogged to you in a while.

So just as a quick update; i've really enjoyed my time here so far and i think I'm gonna get so much out of it. I have now had my first assessment in Engaging Audiences but don't really know the mark yet. All I know is that everyone in the class has passed :).

After a hectic first term with lots of concerts we have all received our first assignment; an analysis of a minuet and…

I am currently composing music for "Selling the Soil," (Luk Luk Productions for Sky 280,) a documentary about farmer's markets, to be broadcast next Spring. Will keep you posted.

I have just returned from Manchester Science Festival, where I directed three days of workshops exploring sound physics, and World rhythms, using recycled objects & materials. Around 200 people per day, of varied ages and abilities, attended the sessions. Many thanks to the organisers and…

So, having just returned from a week's spotlighting near Berlin, I thought I might just write a little here - that's what a blog is for, I suppose.

My hometown is twinned with a borough about half an hour from Berlin called Trebbin, and last year I performed for the twinning reception when they came to England. This year I was invited to return the favour, giving two spotlight performances at the various formalities in Germany: one for the members of the twinning association, the…

Ok Guys I've left you waiting too long now and I've found another spare bit of time to update you as to whats going on.

Its been a while since i last updated you and quite a bit has happened. Ive now had 2 bassoon lessons that are going well, my teacher, Julie Andrews, is very good and has got me started on some technically demanding pieces including Pierné's Solo de Concert, and of course she also has me on studies and scales.

The Production of STEPS, the musical that…