Sue Shorland

Susan was born in Devon and began studying music at the age of 10. She was introduced to brass playing by the Salvation Army and by the age of 17 was the principal Euphonium for the Woman’s Royal Army Corps Staff Band where she was regularly featured as a soloist in concerts and on recordings including a live performance on BBC’s Friday Night is Music Night. In 1986 she transferred to French Horn and studied under Denzil Floyd at Knellar Hall, obtaining an ARCM Performers diploma. She subsequently joined the Royal Air Force serving with the Central Band, winning the Valentine soloist award in 1992. She is currently the Principal Horn of the Band of the Royal Air Force College in Lincolnshire holding the rank of Chief Technician (Specialist Performer). She has travelled the world extensively to places such as the USA, Singapore, Europe and Hong Kong performing at many highly prestigious venues including many British Embassies and Royal Residences. Her most recent being at the Wings Graduation of HRH Prince William. Susan added conducting to her skills at the Salvation Army in Guildford where she held the position of Songster leader for several years. In 1995 she qualified as a Bandmaster in Military Music. She has recently taken up the post of Director of Music of the Lincolnshire Hospitals Band. She moved to Lincolnshire in 1997 and has been the Principal horn for Boston Sinfonia for the last 7 years. She is also a member of the players committee and is involved in the organisation and running of the orchestra. Susan is also a competent pianist and has worked as an accompanist for various choral societies and choirs. She also has a busy teaching schedule as a brass and piano teacher in the local area.