13 and Up

Born in London into a family of musicians, Ben studied at the Purcell School and the Royal College of Music, learning from Neil Tarlton, principal bass of the Philharmonia Orchestra. After graduating, he attended an intensive studio course in Canada with renowned bass virtuoso Gary Karr. Ben spent six years with the Welsh National Opera Orchestra and has since performed with ensembles such as the London Philharmonic, Royal Philharmonic, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, and Bergen Philharmonic. As an educator, he has guest taught at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and recently gave a masterclass at Oklahoma City University in the US.