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Bassoon player Gareth Twigg
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Introduction

Introduction

Gareth Twigg is one of the youngest players with Britten Sinfonia.

Having only recently left music college, Gareth explains how he started to get professional work and what he thinks the future holds for him...

Bassoon-player Gareth Twigg holding a bassoon in each hand

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Becoming a professional bassoon-player

A close-up of someone's hands playing the bassoon

Bassoon-player Gareth Twigg outlines the importance of getting the experience you need

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Articles

Articles
Gareth Twigg is holding Bassoon

Beginning a career as a professional bassoon-player

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The Royal Northern College of Music at night as seen from outside

Deciding whether to go to music college or university

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When it comes to relaxing at home, Gareth is often working on his music, but takes time out for his rock and pop favourites

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Gareth Twigg playing in ensemble

How gaining experience in a number of different situations can be invaluable

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Britten Sinfonia, education work

What you can learn yourself in the process of teaching others

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How Gareth became a professional bassoonist and what it is like to play in an orchestra

How Gareth became a professional bassoonist and what it is like to play in an orchestra

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Hear the bassoon playing in the orchestra, find out how it is put together and how a sound is created

Hear the bassoon playing in the orchestra, find out how it is put together and how a sound is created

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