David Campbell   Clarinet Soloist   Chamber Musician   Educator

David Campbell is internationally recognised as one of Britain's finest musicians and was described by the legendary British clarinettist, the late Jack Brymer OBE, as "the finest player of his generation". As a soloist and chamber musician, David Campbell has performed in over forty countries with leading orchestras, including the RPO and ECO, and ensembles including the Fires of London, Nash Ensemble and London Sinfonietta.  David is still involved in orchestral playing in recording sessions for films and television.  His repertoire is wide-ranging from the classics to new works, many of which have been written for him.

As well as numerous broadcasts over the past thirty years, David has made many CDs, including the Mozart Concerto, Brahms and Mozart Quintets and the Brahms Sonatas.  His most recent recordings are of Peter Lieuwen's 'River of Crystal Light' and his newest recording, 'Reflections', includes Gerald Finzi's Concerto.  David's latest recording of the Finzi concerto has been described as "a quite outstanding and beautiful performance" Music and Musicians.  David is passionate about music education.  He has given masterclasses in many parts of the world from China to the USA and South America and enjoys giving workshops linked to his recitals.

He is also Artistic Director of MusicFest Aberystwyth and has held the position of Course Director of the International Clarinet Course at Harrogate since 2005.  David Campbell is the Chairman of the Clarinet and Saxophone Society of Great Britain and the UK Chair of the International Clarinet Association.  He is a consultant for Buffet-Crampon clarinets and Vandoren Reeds.