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Nicholas Childs

eu, *1961 GB, Usk
Brass and Classical

Heralded as a leading figure in the worldwide brass community, Professor Nicholas Childs (DMA—Conducting, University of Salford) has rightfully achieved the highest international reputation as a performer, teacher-clinician, conductor, interpreter and advocate of new music, and producer of pacesetting recordings. Initial success came as a euphonium soloist and partner with his talented brother, Dr. Robert Childs, who together have literally toured the world as The Childs Brothers, performing in many of the world’s most famous concert halls with the most prestigious bands and orchestras.

     
Genres
  • Brass
  • Classical
  • Soundtrack
Popular Tracks   
Metropolis 1927 on Graham: Metropolis 1927 by Peter Graham, Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
Saving Private Ryan: Hymn to the Fallen (Arr. K. Van der Woude) on Symphonic Brass by Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
The Lord Bless You & Keep You (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band) on John Rutter: Anthems, Hymns & Gloria for Brass Band by John Rutter, Black Dyke Band, Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus, Nicholas Childs & Darius Battiwalla
On the Shoulders of Giants: I. Fanfares on Graham: Metropolis 1927 by Peter Graham, Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
Euphonium Concerto: Pt. I: Dance Zeibekikos on Wilby, P.: Breathless Alleluia / Paganini Variations / Symphonic Variations On Amazing Grace / Euphonium Concerto by Philip Wilby, Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
Paganini Variations on Wilby, P.: Breathless Alleluia / Paganini Variations / Symphonic Variations On Amazing Grace / Euphonium Concerto by Philip Wilby, Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
The Planets, Op. 32: IV. Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity on Symphonic Brass by Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
1812 Festival Overture, Op. 49: 1812 Overture, Op. 49 (Arr. R. Childs for brass ensemble) on Symphonic Brass by Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
Meditation on Graham: Metropolis 1927 by Peter Graham, Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs
On the Shoulders of Giants: III. Fantasie brillante on Graham: Metropolis 1927 by Peter Graham, Black Dyke Band & Nicholas Childs

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Band Members
Discography


Title Artist Year Type
Black Dyke Gold Volume VThe Black Dyke Mills Band, Nicholas Childs2016Album
Genesis - The Music Of Martin EllerbyThe Black Dyke Mills Band, Nicholas Childs2015Album
Black Dyke Gold Volume IVThe Black Dyke Mills Band, Nicholas Childs2015Album
Black Dyke Gold Volume IIIThe Black Dyke Mills Band, Nicholas Childs2013Album
A Breathless AlleluiaPhilip Wilby, Joseph Cook, David Thornton, Philip Gault, The Black Dyke Mills Band, Nicholas Childs2009Album
Walking With Heroes - The Music Of Paul Lovatt-CooperThe Black Dyke Mills Band, Nicholas Childs2008Album
From North To South 2Fodens Brass Band, Nicholas Childs, The Enfield Band Of The Salvation Army, James Williams1997Album
The Year of the DragonNicholas Childs1993Album
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