Roger Huckle has been the inspiration and guide for Emerald - Bristol's professional chamber orchestra, and a cherished musicians' collective of exceptional standard - since its foundation in 1994.

Born in Bristol, Roger studied at the Birmingham Conservatoire and with Frederick Grinke, was a member of Norway's Bergen Philharmonic, and now performs with leading UK orchestras - including co-leading the London Concertante and Opera Box Orchestra.

Roger appreciates Emerald players' musical hunger and real commitment to the group's performances. He always aims for heart-felt music making, and fondly recalls the transcendent spirituality of a 2004 Emerald Messiah.

Although his favourite journey is Bergen to Oslo by road, he loves Bristol's Downs, and describes the tip of Worms Head at Rhossili in Gower as his favourite place in the world.