Timothy Orpen

Timothy Orpen is a professional clarinetist and music educator. He serves as a Clarinet Tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Douglas Academy's music school. He holds the position of Principal Clarinet with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) since 2020 and is a founding member of the Aurora Orchestra. His performance career spans major orchestras including the London Symphony Orchestra and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with notable collaborations with artists like Elton John and Joshua Bell.

Education: Studied at the Royal Academy of Music (London) and Hochschule für Musik Karlsruhe (Germany). His pedagogical focus emphasizes music education and mentorship in classical performance.

Research/Artistic Interests: Specializes in orchestral and chamber performance, with a commitment to new commissions and cross-genre collaborations. Active in music education, blending traditional training with innovative teaching methods.

Awards: Won the prestigious Royal Over-Seas League competition during his studies. His performances have been featured on BBC Radio 3 and Classic FM.

Orchestral Affiliations: Maintains roles with RSNO, Aurora Orchestra, and guest engagements with leading orchestras. Engaged in film/TV soundtrack sessions as a session musician.