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Owen Gunnell is Professor of Percussion at the Royal College of Music (RCM), where he also graduated with first class honours in 2003 and completed a junior fellowship in 2006. He maintains an active international career as both performer and educator at one of the world's leading conservatoires.
Professor Gunnell's professional focus includes:
- Percussion Performance
- Contemporary Music Interpretation
- Chamber Music Collaboration
- Music Education Initiatives
- Orchestral Performance
- New Music Premieres
As a performer, Gunnell has premiered works by major contemporary composers including Steve Reich, George Benjamin, Brett Dean, Thomas Adès, and Aphex Twin. His career spans major international orchestras and ensembles, with performances broadcast across five continents.
His significant recognitions include:
- YCAT prize-winner
- Tunnel Trust prize-winner
- Making Music prize-winner
- ROSL prize-winner
- Edinburgh Fringe Best Music Act
Professor Gunnell serves as Artistic Director for Children's Classic Concerts (Scotland) and Children's Musical Adventures (Wales). He has conducted masterclasses at premier institutions worldwide and developed educational projects with the BBC, London Sinfonietta, Proms, and other major arts organizations, demonstrating his commitment to music education across diverse settings.
