About Philip
Philip began studying the violin aged six. Two years later, he was offered a place at Chetham's School of Music in Manchester, at the time becoming their youngest pupil.
Philip was soon performing around the UK, and at 13 played for the first time as a soloist with an orchestra. He has performed as a member of several ensembles and orchestras, in venues including the Bridgewater Hall, the Royal Festival Hall, Manchester Cathedral, Chester Cathedral and St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.
Philip plays a violin made in the year 1750, by a German luthier named Sebastian Klotz. Alongside his passion for the violin, he also enjoys the piano.
Beyond music, Philip is a keen filmmaker. His short film Pong tells the story of a ping pong ball that comes to life and goes on an adventure. The film won a BBC competition and was awarded an official 'U' certificate. Watch it here.
In 2024, Philip fulfilled his long-held dream of setting up an orchestra. He has since staged several live concerts at Chester's Town Hall, which have been reviewed as "breathtaking", "magical" and "truly a night to remember". Read more below.
About the orchestra
In 2024, Philip launched his own orchestra, a dream he'd had since his music school days.
What started out as a small ensemble has now grown to a full orchestra of 20 members. The players are all young, enthusiastic professional musicians from the north-west, some of whom were students alongside Philip at Chetham's School of Music.
The orchestra specialises in playing beautiful and enjoyable music: relaxing classical works, film soundtracks and selections from the best musicals. See a clip from their most recent performance, in May 2025, below.
On 4th December 2025, the orchestra will be back at Chester Town Hall for two festive Christmas concerts. Tickets for these magical events are available here – choose from a 2:30pm matinée or a 7:30pm evening concert. We look forward to welcoming you there!
Philip and his orchestra pictured
outside Chester Town Hall
Watch a clip below