Richard Edwards (musician)

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Richard Edwards is a London-based classical and jazz trombone player as well as composer/arranger.

His professional career includes:

  • Numerous film, recording sessions, television and radio productions
  • Classical orchestras including LPO, LSO, The Royal Opera House
  • Big bands including tours with James Last, The Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Natalie Cole and Johnny Mathis - plus recordings with several of these
  • Jazz recordings and tours for Carla Bley, John Surman and Colin Towns
  • West End shows

A member of London Brass since 1991, where both classical and jazz styles are required, he has produced many original works for their performances.

He is also a professor of Jazz Trombone at the Royal College of Music.