Richard Haslam is a Derbyshire-born classical guitarist, based in Manchester. He completed a post-graduate degree in music performance at the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester, under the tutelage of Australian guitarist Craig Ogden in 2017, having previously earned a BA (Hons) in music from the University of Hull in 2013.
Since completing his studies, Richard has given recitals as both a soloist and within a variety of ensembles. In July 2023 he performed Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez with Derby Concert Orchestra and is due to do the same again with Salford Symphony Orchestra in June 2025.
He teaches privately from his home in the Bury area and for Trafford Music Service in Greater Manchester as an instrumental tutor, where his role includes: individual and group lessons, leading guitar ensembles and delivering wider opportunities programs to whole year groups within primary schools.
Richard plays an Alastair McNeill guitar and is a member of the ISM.
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