"he makes the euphonium sound as flexible and as agile as a trumpet and as smooth as the trombone played by Tommy Dorsey."
The Independent
"a serious musician dedicated to raising his instrument's profile. Childs demonstrated a superbly focused, glowing tone."
The Times
"a charismatic advocate of the euphonium, a demonstration of versatility and extrovert musicality."
The Guardian
"a great ambassador for the euphonium, possessing an astonishing technique and an engaging stage presence."
The Observer
“The Roger Federer of the euphonium!”
Johan De Meij - Composer
“A wonderful musician of the highest quality. A joy to write for both him and an instrument of such beauty and agility."
Karl Jenkins CBE – Composer
“An excellent sound with musical maturity beyond his years.”
David Mason – former piccolo trumpet with The Beatles
“Technically simply spectacular.”
John Bimson – Horn
“A musician who knows how to bring a tear to the eye.”
Peter Bassano – Conductor and Brass Specialist
“Clearly the hero of the euphonium.”
Alexander Baille – Cellist
“Incredible Playing! Bravo, Bravo Bravissimo!!!!”
Christian Lindberg – International trombone soloist, conductor and composer.
“I have never heard such outstanding brass playing.”
Trevor Green – CEO Leeds International Piano Competition
“David Childs is pre-eminent amongst his talented peers both as player and visionary; he has a seriousness and purpose which is without rival.”
Elgar Howarth – Conductor, Composer and Brass Specialist