Biography
Having learnt saxophone from the age of 10, Alan spent most of his early years playing in big bands and dance bands in the midlands, learning his trade with older, experienced players.
In recent years, Alan has been lecturing in Music and Music Theory at Reading College. His career has included playing with many well known artistes: Cliff Richard, Dexy’s Midnight Runners, Howard Jones, Shakin’ Stevens, The Blues Band and The Manfreds to name but a few. He also produced and recorded two of Vin Garbutt’s albums.
Alan can currently be found touring and recording with Feast of Fiddles. He is also a member of the Mike Halliwell band with Matt and Adam.
In recent years, Alan has been lecturing in Music and Music Theory at Reading College. His career has included playing with many well known artistes: Cliff Richard, Dexy’s Midnight Runners, Howard Jones, Shakin’ Stevens, The Blues Band and The Manfreds to name but a few. He also produced and recorded two of Vin Garbutt’s albums.
Alan can currently be found touring and recording with Feast of Fiddles. He is also a member of the Mike Halliwell band with Matt and Adam.