Will Druiett

Tuba

Participated in the 2019 edition

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 2012, where he gained international attention for his achievements.

Alongside this, Druiett has studied with the likes of Roger Bobo, Andreas Hofmeir, Sérgio Carolino, Hans Nickel, and currently is under the mentorship of Rex Martin and 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 recital throughout Europe, including the Vaughan Williams Tuba Concerto with the Jenaer Philharmonie in the Weimarhalle at the age of 16. Druiett also opened the Balkan Trafic Festival at BOZAR Brussels, with Goran Bregović & His Wedding and Funeral Orchestra.

Druiett is in constant demand; giving masterclasses & recitals worldwide.