Composer
Adrian is a British internationally-recognised orchestral, chamber and theatre music composer.
While best-known for his score for the worldwide theatre hit War Horse, Adrian is equally at home in the concert hall, with his Violin Concerto recently receiving its world premiere at London’s Southbank Centre, played by soloist Fenella Humphreys and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
He's received commissions from many areas of the classical music world including the BBC Proms, and has worked with the UK's top orchestras including the BBC Symphony Orchestra, BBC Philharmonic, BBC Concert Orchestra, RPO, RSNO and Opera North.
His musical style is accessible to all, with performers deriving as much pleasure playing his energized and lyrical lines, as audiences are delighted by his expansive harmonies and strong melodies.
He’s a strong advocate of live music being performed for the enjoyment of both the performers and the audience; a unique moment to be shared and remembered.
See the works list for full details of all Adrian's work including examples and hire details..
In January, the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra recorded Adrian's major orchestral works, including the recently-premiered Violin Concerto, Short Story, A Fist Full Of Fives, War Horse Suite and 5 Theatre Miniatures, for release on the Chandos label in October 2024.
The worldwide theatre hit War Horse, featuring Adrian's acclaimed orchestral score, returns to UK theatres in September 2024.
See www.warhorseonstage.com for more details..
Upcoming performances
The North American premiere of Adrian's evening-length concert work, War Horse: The Story In Concert, given by the Wichita Symphony Orchestra and actor members of Wichita Repertory Theatre
See the Wichita Symphony website for more details
This prestigious event will feature the world premiere of a short orchestral-choral piece that Adrian has written specially for the event.
See the Cadogan Hall website for more details