DAVID CHILDS RECITAL SERIES
Euphonium Foundation UK is proud to be associated with and support a touring recital series by euphonium virtuoso David Childs.
Featuring a mix of original, classical and traditional euphonium repertoire, David's recital showcases the incredible versatility of the instrument, as well as the truly astounding virtuosity and musicality of the soloist.
Accompanied by Cardiff University and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama's Christopher Williams, David's recital programme can be catered to your event's specific requirements, in terms of repertoire, content and duration.
Recent recital venues for David include Wigmore Hall and Purcell Room, London and the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester. Internationally David has also performed in recital in Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, Japan, Hong Kong, across Europe and the U.S.A.
A video showreel of sample footage from David's recital series can be found below. A sample recital programme is also outlined, along with links to David's full repertoire and additional suggested recital programme options.
Professional biographies of David and Christopher, plus additional video material of the duo in performance, and recent critiques are also included. Recital flyers are available for download here
Enquiries re: engaging David Childs for recital should be addressed by email to info@davechilds.com or telephone 07901 991 013
Featuring a mix of original, classical and traditional euphonium repertoire, David's recital showcases the incredible versatility of the instrument, as well as the truly astounding virtuosity and musicality of the soloist.
Accompanied by Cardiff University and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama's Christopher Williams, David's recital programme can be catered to your event's specific requirements, in terms of repertoire, content and duration.
Recent recital venues for David include Wigmore Hall and Purcell Room, London and the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester. Internationally David has also performed in recital in Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, Japan, Hong Kong, across Europe and the U.S.A.
A video showreel of sample footage from David's recital series can be found below. A sample recital programme is also outlined, along with links to David's full repertoire and additional suggested recital programme options.
Professional biographies of David and Christopher, plus additional video material of the duo in performance, and recent critiques are also included. Recital flyers are available for download here
Enquiries re: engaging David Childs for recital should be addressed by email to info@davechilds.com or telephone 07901 991 013
RECITAL SHOWREEL
SAMPLE RECITAL PROGRAMME
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Classical Valflickansdans Alven Czardas Monti Caoine Stanford Fantasy Hummel |
Original The Juggler Jenkins Romance Jenkins A Troika? Tidy! Jenkins Donegal Bay Lovatt-Cooper |
Traditional Brilliante Graham Myfanwy Parry Endearing Young Charms Mantia Carnival of Venice Arban |
As outlined, the above is a sample recital programme: details of David's full and considerable recital repertoire can be found, together with various suggested combinations, here.
Additional information on David's 2014 Karl Jenkins 70th anniversary recital can be accessed here
David's biography, along with that of accompanist Christopher Williams, plus critiques, can be found below
Additional information on David's 2014 Karl Jenkins 70th anniversary recital can be accessed here
David's biography, along with that of accompanist Christopher Williams, plus critiques, can be found below
KARL JENKINS RECITAL
One of the most popular recital programmes offered by David is his Karl Jenkins recital, featuring music written or arranged especially for David by the iconic Welsh composer. Further information on the Jenkins 70 recital can be found here while footage of David performing the final movement of the concerto written especially for him by Karl, can be found below.
Enquiries re: engaging David Childs for recital should be addressed by email to info@davechilds.com or telephone 07901 991 013
"A Troika? Tidy!" from Karl Jenkins' Euphonium Concerto
David Childs, Euphonium with Chris Williams, Piano
Courtesy of A Master-Class In Brass - David Childs
www.worldofbrass.com
David Childs, Euphonium with Chris Williams, Piano
Courtesy of A Master-Class In Brass - David Childs
www.worldofbrass.com
DAVID CHILDS
King Edward III once said: "If you want to train a longbowman, start with his grandfather." This adage holds just as true for British euphonium soloist David Childs, born in 1981, to a family whose name had been synonymous with brass for the last two generations. His grandfather John was a well-respected euphonium player from the Welsh Valleys who inspired his sons, Robert & Nicholas to take up euphonium. Robert began teaching his son David from an early age and in recent years David has emerged as one of the finest brass soloists of his generation.
In the year 2000 he broke new ground for the euphonium becoming the first euphonium soloist to win the brass final of the televised 'BBC Young Musician of the Year’ which led to David’s highly acclaimed première performance of Philip Wilby’s Concerto for Euphonium with the BBC Philharmonic under Yan Pascal Totelier. In the same year David was awarded the coveted ‘Euphonium Player of the Year’ title, a title he won again in 2004 and still holds today. Since that time David has been instrumental in raising the euphonium’s profile in the classical world of music and has not ceased to wow audiences with his astonishing technique, extrovert musicality and engaging stage presence.
Still in the early stages of his career, David has already toured extensively performing as a soloist in Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, Japan, Hong Kong, Europe and the U.S.A. He is a keen advocate of new music and has premièred ten concerti for euphonium including a Royal Albert Hall BBC Proms broadcast of Alun Hoddinott's, 'Sunne Rising - The King Will Ride’, a Carnegie Hall US première of Karl Jenkins’ Concerto for Euphonium & Orchestra, and a UK première of Christian Lindberg’s Concerto for Euphonium & Orchestra directed by the composer. He has also been featured in the Classic fm, Gramophone, Classical Music, and MUSO magazines.
David has appeared as soloist with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Royal Philharmonic, BBC Concert Orchestra, Sinfonia Cymru, DCINY Symphony and BBC Philharmonic; made solo appearances at the Singapore International Festival, Welsh Proms, Harrogate International Festival, Cheltenham Festival, Melbourne International Festival, BBC Proms and New York Festival; performed solo recitals at the Wigmore Hall, Purcell Room and Bridgewater Hall; given Concerto performances at the Concertgebouw, Carnegie Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Symphony Hall, New York’s Lincoln Center and London’s Royal Albert Hall; and regularly records as a solo artist for radio, television and commercial disc.
Having already achieved a great deal as a euphonium soloist David has received many awards in recognition: a Silver Medal from the Worshipful Company of Musicians; a Star Award from the Countess of Munster; the Musicians Benevolent’ Sir Charles Leggett Award; the Welsh Music Guild’s Leo Abse & Cohen Award; the BBC Radio Wales Soloist Award and the Harry Mortimer Award for Outstanding Achievement amongst others. Having studied at both the Royal Northern College of Music and the Royal Welsh College of Music David is now an Associate of the Royal College of Music London; a Professor at both the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, and the Birmingham Conservatoire; an Artist for the Buffet Group Besson, Alliance and Reunion Blues; and a Director of Prima Vista Musikk publishing.
A proud product of the British brass band movement David has performed with many of the world’s premiere brass bands including Brighouse & Rastrick, Black Dyke and Cory with whom he was principal euphonium for 10 years. He is a founder member of the highly successful brass quartet Eminence Brass and Artistic Director of Wales’ premiere wind orchestra Cardiff Symphonic Winds.
David is undoubtedly leading the way for euphonium players worldwide. Through his own performances he continues to showcase the euphonium as a serious solo vehicle within the world of classical music. For further information visit: www.davechilds.com
In the year 2000 he broke new ground for the euphonium becoming the first euphonium soloist to win the brass final of the televised 'BBC Young Musician of the Year’ which led to David’s highly acclaimed première performance of Philip Wilby’s Concerto for Euphonium with the BBC Philharmonic under Yan Pascal Totelier. In the same year David was awarded the coveted ‘Euphonium Player of the Year’ title, a title he won again in 2004 and still holds today. Since that time David has been instrumental in raising the euphonium’s profile in the classical world of music and has not ceased to wow audiences with his astonishing technique, extrovert musicality and engaging stage presence.
Still in the early stages of his career, David has already toured extensively performing as a soloist in Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, Japan, Hong Kong, Europe and the U.S.A. He is a keen advocate of new music and has premièred ten concerti for euphonium including a Royal Albert Hall BBC Proms broadcast of Alun Hoddinott's, 'Sunne Rising - The King Will Ride’, a Carnegie Hall US première of Karl Jenkins’ Concerto for Euphonium & Orchestra, and a UK première of Christian Lindberg’s Concerto for Euphonium & Orchestra directed by the composer. He has also been featured in the Classic fm, Gramophone, Classical Music, and MUSO magazines.
David has appeared as soloist with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Royal Philharmonic, BBC Concert Orchestra, Sinfonia Cymru, DCINY Symphony and BBC Philharmonic; made solo appearances at the Singapore International Festival, Welsh Proms, Harrogate International Festival, Cheltenham Festival, Melbourne International Festival, BBC Proms and New York Festival; performed solo recitals at the Wigmore Hall, Purcell Room and Bridgewater Hall; given Concerto performances at the Concertgebouw, Carnegie Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Symphony Hall, New York’s Lincoln Center and London’s Royal Albert Hall; and regularly records as a solo artist for radio, television and commercial disc.
Having already achieved a great deal as a euphonium soloist David has received many awards in recognition: a Silver Medal from the Worshipful Company of Musicians; a Star Award from the Countess of Munster; the Musicians Benevolent’ Sir Charles Leggett Award; the Welsh Music Guild’s Leo Abse & Cohen Award; the BBC Radio Wales Soloist Award and the Harry Mortimer Award for Outstanding Achievement amongst others. Having studied at both the Royal Northern College of Music and the Royal Welsh College of Music David is now an Associate of the Royal College of Music London; a Professor at both the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, and the Birmingham Conservatoire; an Artist for the Buffet Group Besson, Alliance and Reunion Blues; and a Director of Prima Vista Musikk publishing.
A proud product of the British brass band movement David has performed with many of the world’s premiere brass bands including Brighouse & Rastrick, Black Dyke and Cory with whom he was principal euphonium for 10 years. He is a founder member of the highly successful brass quartet Eminence Brass and Artistic Director of Wales’ premiere wind orchestra Cardiff Symphonic Winds.
David is undoubtedly leading the way for euphonium players worldwide. Through his own performances he continues to showcase the euphonium as a serious solo vehicle within the world of classical music. For further information visit: www.davechilds.com
CRITIQUES
“David Childs is pre-eminent amongst his talented peers both as player and visionary; he has a seriousness and purpose which is without rival.”
Elgar Howarth – Conductor, Composer and Brass Specialist
“I have never heard such outstanding brass playing.”
Trevor Green – CEO Leeds International Piano Competition
“Incredible Playing! Bravo, Bravo Bravissimo!!!!”
Christian Lindberg – International trombone soloist, conductor and composer.
“Clearly the hero of the euphonium.”
Alexander Baille – Cellist
“A musician who knows how to bring a tear to the eye.”
Peter Bassano – Conductor and Brass Specialist
“Technically simply spectacular.”
John Bimson – Horn
“An excellent sound with musical maturity beyond his years.”
David Mason – former piccolo trumpet with The Beatles
“A wonderful musician of the highest quality. A joy to write for both him and an instrument of such beauty and agility."
Karl Jenkins OBE – Composer
“The Roger Federer of the euphonium!”
Johan De Meij - Composer
"a great ambassador for the euphonium, possessing an astonishing technique and an engaging stage presence."
The Observer
"a charismatic advocate of the euphonium, a demonstration of versatility and extrovert musicality."
The Guardian
"a serious musician dedicated to raising his instrument's profile. Childs demonstrated a superbly focused, glowing tone."
The Times
"he makes the euphonium sound as flexible and as agile as a trumpet and as smooth as the trombone played by Tommy Dorsey."
The Independent
CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS, PIANO
Christopher Williams was born in Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales and studied music at Cardiff University where he now teaches piano and coaches chamber music. He is also a staff accompanist at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.
Christopher regularly accompanies the BBC Chorus of Wales, and plays orchestral piano and celeste with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, with which he regularly broadcasts on BBC Radio and has recently toured the east coast of America.
As an accompanist and soloist, Christopher is in constant demand; performing across Europe including at the Philharmonie in Luxembourg and the Conservatoire de Musique in Avignon. His association with choirs regularly takes him to Birmingham to accompany the City of Birmingham Symphony Chorus and to West Wales with the John S Davies Singers.
As a soloist he has performed many concertos and, in St David’s Hall Cardiff, played the rarely heard 4th Piano Concerto by Anton Rubenstein and 1st concerto by Karl Reinecke.
Christopher regularly accompanies the BBC Chorus of Wales, and plays orchestral piano and celeste with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, with which he regularly broadcasts on BBC Radio and has recently toured the east coast of America.
As an accompanist and soloist, Christopher is in constant demand; performing across Europe including at the Philharmonie in Luxembourg and the Conservatoire de Musique in Avignon. His association with choirs regularly takes him to Birmingham to accompany the City of Birmingham Symphony Chorus and to West Wales with the John S Davies Singers.
As a soloist he has performed many concertos and, in St David’s Hall Cardiff, played the rarely heard 4th Piano Concerto by Anton Rubenstein and 1st concerto by Karl Reinecke.
CONTACT
To engage David Childs for recital performance, email info@davechilds.com or telephone 07901 991 013