https://www.discogs.com/artist/538121-Dave-Colquhoun
SUMMARY
Professional Guitarist celebrated for exceptional skill and versatility, collaborating with iconic artists such as Rick Wakeman, Brian May, Ian Brown and Procol Harum, merging technical mastery with emotive expression. Experienced in performing and composing bringing energy and creativity to every project. Versatile in both live pe...
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https://www.discogs.com/artist/538121-Dave-Colquhoun
SUMMARY
Professional Guitarist celebrated for exceptional skill and versatility, collaborating with iconic artists such as Rick Wakeman, Brian May, Ian Brown and Procol Harum, merging technical mastery with emotive expression. Experienced in performing and composing bringing energy and creativity to every project. Versatile in both live performances and studio recordings, with a knack for connecting with audiences and collaborators. Consistently delivering memorable musical experiences through technical expertise and heartfelt expression.
EXPERIENCE
GUITARIST, 02/2002 - Current
Rick Wakeman Band
• Rick Wakeman and the New English Rock Ensemble
• Extensive Touring in traditional rock band format or with Full Orchestra and Choir
• Concerts in the UK, Hampton Court, O2 Arena, Royal Albert Hall, London Palladium
• Indonesia, Europe, Cuba, Mexico, Brazil,Scandinavia, and Quebec.
• Recorded several albums, including The Red Planet, Journey to the Centre of the Earth, King Arthur, and The Gallery of the Imagination.
PRODUCER, 10/2025 - 12/2025
HomeCares Got Talent
• Producer and Mixer Angels Christmas single
• Abbey Road Studio 3
• Guitar Bass and Vocals
MUSICIAN, 01/2023 - 10/2025
John Lodge, Birmingham, UK
• Guitar USA East coast Tour 2025.
• Recorded Whispering Angels Ep 2023
GUITAR TEACHER, 09/2017 - 03/2023
BRIT SCHOOL and WaterBear
Peripatetic Guitar lessons at BRIT School London.
Video Content creator and Live Performance Coach at WaterBear Brighton
GUITAR TUTOR , 09/2017 - 04/2018
Bohemian Rhapsody Movie
• Coached Rami Malek in guitar techniques for portrayal of Freddie Mercury.
• Provided guidance to Gwilym Lee on guitar skills for role as Brian May.
MUSICIAN, 01/2015 - 04/2018
Brian May
• Radio 2 Michael Ball show Live performance With Brian May and Kerry Ellis.
• Starmus festival Tenerife Sept 2015
GUITARIST, 11/2015 - 09/2016
Procol Harum
Procol Harum Radio 2 Friday night is music night with
BBC Concert Orchestra Live at London Dominion Theatre
GUITAR AND BACKING VOCALS, 05/2009 - 09/2009
Various Artists
• Back to the 80's Summer Tour Guitar and Backing vocals for: Go West, Paul Young, Belinda Carlisle, T'pau and Bananarama.
• Autumn Uk Tour The original Bucks Fizz
COMPOSER GUITARIST, 02/1999 - 03/2002
Ian Brown
• Co Writer of FEAR
• Northern Lights
• Taken from the Music of the Spheres Album
GUITARIST, 12/1996 - 03/1997
Bow Wow Wow, usa
• USA Barking Mad Tour
SKILLS
During my 30-year career as a guitarist, songwriter and session musician, I have also accumulated a wealth of technical knowledge around music technology
I have been a Pro Tools user since 1995 and have strong skills in editing, mixing, and recording using the software and related hardware
I work well under my own initiative, or as part of a team
I have composed, performed, produced, and mixed music
Many years' experience as a Guitar Tutor have enhanced my personal skills and patience.
• Sound engineering
• Musical arrangement
• Guitar technique • Music production
• Collaboration
• Project management
• Gear maintenance
• Recording and editing
• Creative thinking
• Music theory knowledge
• Active listening
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CUSTOM SECTION
• Guitarist of the Year 1994/5, Guitarist magazine
• British Academy Chart Newcomers award for Ian Brown FEAR
• PRS, MCPS, British Academy of songwriters
• Grand Order of Water Rats Member
EDUCATION
University of Chichester, Chichester, WSX, 01/2019
Master of Arts: Music Industry Innovation and Enterprise
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