Owen Farr

Owen Farr is a Tutor in Tenor Horn at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), part of the School of Wind, Brass and Percussion. He has held teaching roles at RNCM, Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (RWCMD), Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC), and Liverpool University. Known for his expertise in tenor horn performance and instrument development, he collaborates with Besson as an official tester, contributing to instrument design. A founding member of the award-winning ensemble Sonar Brass, he has performed on BBC Radio 2 and achieved success in national finals with the Williams Fairey Band.

Early career highlights include becoming British Open Junior Solo Champion at 16 and serving as Principal Horn in Gwent County Youth Brass Band and National Youth Brass Band of Wales. His technical precision and lyrical tone have made him a prominent figure in brass music education and performance.

Awards include the 1995 British Open Junior Solo Championship, reflecting his longstanding impact on brass music. His work extends beyond performance to instrument innovation and ensemble leadership, shaping the future of brass pedagogy and performance.