SIMON CHENEY
Director/Events Producer 

Simon has worked at the highest level of the international music scene for over 32 years, performing for television and film, and in major orchestras and opera houses around the world. He has worked under many of the world’s most renowned conductors, including John Barry, Sir Georg Solti, Bernard Haitink, Sir Antonio Pappano, and Sir Simon Rattle.

For 20 years, Simon served as Principal Trumpet in The Phantom of the Opera orchestra. In 1993, he was invited to perform a solo at the royal wedding of Viscount Linley and Serena Stanhope.

In 2011, Simon co-produced and released An English Trumpeter, his critically acclaimed solo CD, which features two works written especially for him. Since 2020, he has focused on producing and curating musical events across the UK, creating performances that highlight world-class artists and draw on his extensive experience both on and off the stage.

In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the profession, Simon was made an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music in 2016.

RICHARD MAINWARING
Music Arranger / Editor

A classically trained multi-instrumentalist and composer, Richard has presented over 50 music films for BBC1’s The One Show and has played with a wide variety of orchestras and performers. His numerous original compositions and arrangements include work for BBC TV & Radio, Channel 4, 5, Discovery Channel and Netflix. He was also the first composer to write exclusively for the International Space Station.

RICHARD MOORE
Video Producer / Editor

Richard is an award-winning creative producer/editor, specialising in animation and short-form programming. He has worked for top organisations including The Walt Disney Company, the BBC, ITV and Discovery Communications.  In addition, through his role as Vice Chair for Arts Network Sutton, he has helped create opportunities for the creative community in South London.