David childs euphonium biography of barack obama

The grandson and son of well-respected euphonium players from the Welsh Valleys, and himself described by The Observer as ‘a great ambassador for the euphonium, possessing an astonishing technique and an engaging stage presence’, David Childs is regarded as one of the finest brass musicians of his generation, touring extensively throughout Asia, continental Europe, and North America, and recording actively for radio, television, and CD.

He has appeared as soloist with the BBC Concert Orchestra, Manchester Concert Orchestra, and RTÉ Concert Orchestra, BBC National Orchestra of Wales, BBC Philharmonic, Philharmonie Baden-Baden, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sinfonia Cymru, Welsh National Opera, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and many of the finest brass bands and military bands in both the UK and USA.

He has made solo appearances at the Singapore International Festival of Arts, Harrogate International F