Joshua Watson


Joshua Watson Clarinet, Saxophone

Josh grew up in a large musical family in Sydney's North Shore. He began playing clarinet at the age of 10, frequently attending the NSW Clarinet Society events and workshops as a child. He then studied classical clarinet at Sydney Conservatorium of Music. He has an interest in many musical genres. Since graduation he has explored an interest in the EWI (Electronic Wind Instruments) and improvisation.





Clarinet and Saxophone Teacher

Background

Josh grew up in a large musical family in Sydney's North Shore. He began playing clarinet at the age of 10, frequently attending the NSW Clarinet Society events and workshops as a child. He then studied classical clarinet at Sydney Conservatorium of Music. He has an interest in many musical genres. Since graduation he has explored an interest in the EWI (Electronic Wind Instruments) and improvisation.


Performance Experience

Josh performed extensively during his University studies including with the Sydney Conservatorium Chamber Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Symphony, and various small chamber music ensembles. He has prepared solo recital programs as a student at the Conservatorium of Music , which have given him broad experience with a spectrum of music, from Mozart to Nielson and contemporary composers. Joshua has assisted with the performance of original works by composition students of the Lane Cove Music and Cultural Centre in 2010.


Teaching Experience

Josh enjoys working with children and adult learners at all levels. He has been teaching student clarinet and saxophone privately for more than seven years. He has a particular interest in technical skill, ensuring each student is set up well in the beginning. He is experienced with teaching both from the AMEB syllabus and arranging a program for students not wishing to undertake formal examinations. Josh is presently employed by Mowbray Public School and the Lane Cove Music and Cultural Centre as a clarinet and saxophone tutor.


Qualifications


B. Music Performance (Clarinet Major) Sydney Conservatorium of Music