Matthew Jenkins - Conductor
Profile
Matthew Jenkins started playing at the age of eight and took up the euphonium aged 13, taught by Hilary Lewis and John Jones in his early years he has recently just completed a four year course at the Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff under the tutelage of David Childs.
In 2002, Matthew became a member of the NYBBW and progressed to play solo euphonium in 2006 with the band. Matthew represented Wales in the European Youth Brass Band in 2006 where he was selected to play principal euphonium. Matthew is also a past member of the world renowned Cory Band where he played alongside his former teacher, David Childs.
In his short time as the conductor of the band Matthew has certainly made his mark with his most recent success being a repeat win of the Welsh regionals earlier this year.