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Performing & Accompanying
"Phil is an incredibly captivating and versatile player who approaches the music he performs with great understanding and sensitivity. He has the wonderful ability to coax incredible depth of feeling even out of a single note, and with his amazing poise and concentration, he is able to completely captivate an audience and hold its attention. To have had pieces performed by him has been a great honour and pleasure, and I hope to be able to work with him again in the future."
- Maja Palser, Composer
Aside from teaching, I also work as a practising musician and accompanist:
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Répétiteur to Welsh National Youth Opera, and principal accompanist to both Llandaf Choral Society and Gabalfa Community Choir.
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One third of the Triptych Trio (Soprano, Cello and Piano), the Elisa Trio (Violin, Clarinet, and Piano), and play second melodica in the Puff and Blow Ensemble.
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Freelance workshop leader for Arts Active's Sound Works session at St. David's Hall, Cardiff, and an Open Orchestra practitioner.
I also frequently provide exam and audition rehearsals and accompaniments. With a dedicated rehearsal and teaching studio available in West Cardiff, I offer support and rehearsals for auditions and exams (including aural) from prep tests up to and including diploma/masters level.
See here for further recordings of solo and ensemble performances.
"As a violinist, I have performed with Philip in a duo, and within larger chamber and orchestral settings. I have furthermore had the pleasure of hearing Philip accompany singers, choirs, and instrumentalists on numerous occasions. Philip is a sensitive and musical pianist who truly understands the role of the accompanist. He adapts his playing to the needs, style and technique of the performer(s), giving helpful suggestions in rehearsal towards achieving a smooth musical dialogue. Philip’s friendly disposition and good sense of humour make him enjoyable to work with, building rapport with the soloist or other musicians – also very useful in calming any pre-exam nerves! While Philip is a fluent sight-reader, he ensures there is sufficient rehearsal before the day, until the performer is happy. I can highly recommend Philip as an accompanist for music exams, auditions, concerts or any other performance."
- Dr. Annika Gray, Violinist and Teacher