Ben Wolstenholme: Double Bass

Double Bass

Originally from Manchester, Ben Wolstenholme discovered the double bass at the age of 17. Two years later, he was awarded a scholarship to study with Richard Lewis at Birmingham Conservatoire. After graduating, Ben’s busy freelancing career took him to London where, in 2017, he became a member of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

When not behind the double bass, Ben finds himself taking them apart. In 2021, following a three-year apprenticeship, Ben inherited the workshop of the late internationally renowned repairer, Roger Dawson. He enjoys a successful side career repairing basses and aims to make his own 'Wolstenholme' bass in the future.

Chair Patron

Ben gratefully acknowledges the support of his Chair Patrons, Jeff and Petra Hochman.