I grew up in the village of Wendover, Buckinghamshire. At twelve, I began trumpet lessons. I have been a flautist and trumpeter in army and a teacher of history, martial arts, music, and sociology.
I have composed throughout my life. My work is influenced by hypnogogic, aural hallucinations.
My other interests include writing, studying and martial arts. I hold dan grades in numerous martial arts. Music and martial arts have deep interconnections.
I live on Scotland's border, in northernmost Northumbria. It is an awesome place where history, nature and ancient rock inspire me. I divide my time between teaching, conducting and composing.
