Renowned British musician Will Druiett began playing a Tuba at the age of 10, before quickly becoming a member of the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain.

Druiett’s exceptional talent was soon realised and, at just 14 years old, he was invited to join the world famous Brighouse & Rastrick band under the direction of Prof. David King.

Shortly after he turned 15, Druiett won the ITEC Young Tuba Artist Competition in Linz in 2012, where he gained international attention for his achievements.

Alongside this, Druiett has studied with the likes of Roger Bobo, Andreas Hofmeir, Rex Martin, Hans Nickel, and currently is under the mentorship of Paul Halwax.

Previously a member of Nationaal Jeugd Orkest and Gustav Mahler Jugendorchester, Druiett has recently worked with:

Vlaamse Opera & Ballet
La Monnaie De Munt
The Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra
Opera Nova Bydgoszcz

Druiett has also appeared in recitals throughout Europe, USA & Asia, including the Vaughan Williams Tuba Concerto with the Jenaer Philharmonie in the Weimarhalle at the age of 16.

Recently, by invitation Druiett performed as a soloist at the prestigious 79th Vienna Philharmonic Ball in the Musikverein.

Druiett is in constant demand; giving masterclasses & recitals worldwide, he is also the Principal Performing Artist for Wessex Tubas.

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