Introducing

Tom Hodgkinson

Essex Young Musician of the Year, 2022

Tom Hodgkinson is a classical guitarist from Essex. After finishing his A’ Levels at Brentwood School, Tom studied at Junior Trinity Laban and the Segovia Academy in Pordenone, Italy. 

In September of 2023, Tom moved to Graz, Austria, to continue his studies with the world-famous Paolo Pegoraro at the prestigious Kunst Universität Graz. Tom also enjoys regular lessons with legendary guitarist, John Williams.

Tom has performed alongside numerous high-quality ensembles, toured Spain with the National Youth Guitar Ensemble, and toured with the National Youth Orchestra playing at venues such as Bridgewater Hall and the BBC Proms in the Royal Albert Hall. In 2022, Tom became the Essex Young Musician of the Year.

Tom Hodgkinson

Essex Young Musician of the Year, 2022

“To hear of the new Arts and Culture Fund in Essex is a true delight; Essex is a hotbed for talent and creativity, and it is a joy to know that this talent will now be further nurtured and developed. The new Cultural Strategy that attempts to support all forms of art is a wonderful initiative. Whether it is music, dance, or the visual arts, it will lead to a happier and more successful society in Essex. This scheme will help both its current citizens and its future.”
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