Chris has always had a natural interest in music and began piano lessons at around the age of 12. Through a combination of lessons and self-teaching, he studied classical repertoire and enjoyed creating his own arrangements of contemporary music. With an underlying love for writing, he ultimately became a composer and began recording his debut album of original solo piano pieces in 2021.
ABOUT
Chris Miggells (born 30th January 1991 in Mansfield, England) is an English composer and pianist uniquely noted for transcribing natural phenomena and citing the neurological condition synesthesia as influences in his compositions.
He is currently based in the county of Nottinghamshire. Whilst Miggells expresses that he does not categorise himself in any specific genre for his writing style, he is widely regarded a new-age classical virtuoso. In terms of influences, he has conveyed: “My influences? It’s life experiences, which make such an impact on my mind that I feel completely consumed until I transcribe them into music.”
CAREER
Touring Concert Artist
(2020 – present)
Recent venues include; The Royal Concert Hall, The Albert Hall, and notably the debut album premiere which commanded three consecutive sold out concerts at the iconic Clipstone Headstocks, known as the ‘Iron Cathedral’.
New tour dates are currently under negotiation and soon to be announced.
Composer
(2020 – present)
“I’m completely thrilled to be releasing my debut album of original piano compositions. Although it seems like this project has come together relatively quickly, it has actually been many years in the making when I consider everything it has taken to get here. The team behind me have all had huge faith and belief in my music, to say that I’m grateful would be an understatement. One of the best times for me and much of the inspiration for my album has been from my travels and touring, so we’re eager to announce a UK tour and many more international ventures.”
With the enthusiastic support of the directors and his colleagues at Sherwood Phoenix, Chris was invited to utilise this remarkable facility to write his original compositions and record his debut album. A Steinway & Sons Model D concert grand piano was meticulously selected from their vast range of incredible instruments and captured in the unique acoustic environment of their legendary Grand Hall. The recording project was completed in 2021, taking just under a year- undoubtedly a pinnacle achievement in Chris’s music career to date.
Piano Consultant
(2019 – present)
Chris Miggells proudly collaborates with Sherwood Phoenix, One of Europe’s leading piano companies and one of the largest showrooms in the UK. He was welcomed on-board as their resident pianist and appointed as an expert piano consultant to assist clients in finding their perfect piano.
For more information please visit: sherwoodphoenix.co.uk
BA (Hons) Sonic Arts / Masters Degree in Music
(2010 – 2014)
“I would like to express my utmost gratitude and appreciation for all the tutors and mentors I was fortunate enough to meet throughout my studies, who supported my individuality and encouraged me to push forward and establish myself in the world of music. They helped me to understand how worthwhile it is to acknowledge the possibility that I may have something special to offer, and how crucial it is to pursue it.”