Ben Gaunt

Ben Gaunt is a Principal Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University, specializing in teaching Classical Music, Music Production, and MA Music. He studied Composition at the Royal Northern College of Music (B.Mus, M.Mus) and earned a PhD in Composition from the University of Sheffield, supported by the Gladys Hall Scholarship. His research and creative practice focus on contemporary classical composition, with works performed by ensembles like the London Symphony Orchestra and at festivals including Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival.

• Education: B.Mus & M.Mus in Composition (Royal Northern College of Music), PhD in Composition (University of Sheffield), PGCE (Manchester Metropolitan University)
• Awards: Edward Hecht Prize for Composition, Gladys Hall Scholarship, Shortlisted for British Composer Award (2017)

Ben has collaborated with institutions like the London Sinfonietta and received funding from Arts Council England (ACE), the Ralph Vaughan Williams Trust, and PRSF Composer Bursaries. He co-founded the ensemble Sounds of the Engine House and performs with the jazz/EDM quartet Beyond Albedo.