I'm a composer based in Scotland, specialising mainly in writing music for voices. I also conduct choirs and orchestras, and sing in several choirs.
Recent news
New arrangement: Afton Water for three-part choir; on the free scores page "The Windhover" added to recordings on website
Recordings
To order a sample CD (cost for materials and postage, £2.50 within UK / £4 international) please email chris @ hutchingsmusic.co.uk or hutchingsmusic @ hotmail.com.
"Crux Fidelis" and "O Vos Omnes" are now published by Amemptos Music on their new CD, Excelsior (you can order a copy of the CD from Amemptos' website, and all the other pieces on the CD are well worth listening to).
They will also be publishing the sheet music.
If you'd like to discuss works for your choir or performing group, please get in touch. My PhD work deals with writing for choirs at all levels, and I am able to write suitable pieces for a choir performing at any level, from absolute beginners and children's choirs to professional choirs, large and small.
Composing tuition
I'm interested in teaching composition at all levels, and have taught from Standard Grade (GCSE) to university undergraduate level. If you're interested in receiving private composition tuition, or arranging specialist tuition for a school class, please contact me. I'm based in Falkirk but can travel to Edinburgh or Glasgow.
I conduct choirs, orchestras and chamber groups. I'm currently looking to gain more experience in this area, and willing to conduct in return for travel expenses from Falkirk for the moment. I currently conduct Glasgow University Music Club Choir, and have conducted Edinburgh University Music Society Chorus, Hull University String Orchestra, Pembroke College Orchestra, and the orchestra of Scottish Opera.
Ensemble Tours
From 2002 to 2007, I ran Ensemble Tours, organising tours of Scotland and beyond for performing arts groups. Ensemble Tours no longer exists; apologies. I'm happy to recommend other tour companies if asked. Please do not send me your CV or ask for an internship.
Contact details
For all enquiries, please contact chris @ hutchingsmusic.co.uk or hutchingsmusic @ hotmail.com, or telephone 07811 395488.
Last website update: June 2009 - Windhover recording added, color palette changed, Afton Water arrangement added