About
Nicholas John Childs (born 7 October 1961) is a Welsh musician, conductor, composer and brass educator.
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Childs is known for his conducting of brass bands, winning numerous championships, his teaching at the university level, and his recordings of brass music. He is also the founder of two brass bands for children.
Discography
Albums
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The Year of the Dragon
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Festival Music
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The Trumpets of the Angels
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World Famous Marches
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Symphonic Brass
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Walking With Heroes: The Music of Paul Lovatt-Cooper
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Die Alpen
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A Breathless Alleluia
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In Tribute: The Music of Philip Wilby
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Genesis - The Music of Martin Ellerby
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Metropolis 1927
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Anthems, Hymns and Gloria for Brass Band
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Force of Nature
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Brass at Christmas
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Virtuoso: Music for Euphonium & Brass Band
Compilations
Links
Conductor position
Married
Sibling
Also known as
Dr Nicholas Childs · Dr. Nicholas Childs · Nicholas J. Childs · Nicholas John Childs
Identifiers
- MusicBrainz
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Data from MusicBrainz, saved 11 Nov 2026. Photo from Wikimedia Commons, covers from the Cover Art Archive and Apple Music.