Adjudicator & AoBBA Member

Michael hails from the rich musical tradition of North Staffordshire. He has been Musical Director of Foden’s Band since 2009 and Professional Conductor of the Desford Colliery Band since 2016. Having worked with many of the country’s leading bands, Michael has a reputation for entertaining concert programming and high standards in competition. He is well known for having transferable skills, having won Championship section contests with 11 different bands either in regular working relationships or on a freelance basis.
Educational work also forms an important part of Michael’s musical life. He is Course Director of both the Wessex Band Summer School and Foden's Armagh Summer School. He is also Musical Director of Foden's Youth Band and Musical Advisor to Lions Youth Band.
His conducting work in the recording studio is also highly respected having directed around 45 CDs including numerous solo discs, his skills for accompanying being highly regarded.
As a member of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators Michael has officiated at numerous Regional Qualifying contests, The National Finals, Butlins Mineworkers Festival and the Swiss Nationals amongst others.