Biography

Tim Pitman began his musical journey in the mid 1980’s when he began composing music and performing in front of live audiences.

In 1992, Tim entered one of the largest singing competitions ever held in the South West of England. Out of 3,500 singers, Tim came third and then won the competition the following year. Later in 1993, Tim Pitman became the first singer/songwriter to be awarded a grant from The Princes Trust. This helped him to turn professional. Since then, he has performed in over 2,500 shows and concerts.

In 1994, Tim Pitman appeared on the Michael Barrymore show and performed the Roy Orbison classic “Crying” to a standing ovation.

In 1995, He performed as part of the “Susan Guest appeal” at the Bristol Hippodrome along with Paul McKenna, Faith Brown, Martin Daniels and a host of Bristol-based talent. The show raised thousands of pounds for the charity.

In 2002, Tim made a life-changing decision to enter into the world of classical singing as an operatic tenor. After studying classical music and being coached by the leading classical tutor, Andrew Hambly-Smith, Tim sang opera at Bristol City’s Ashton Gate football stadium and at the Bristol Balloon Fiesta to crowds of around 20,000.

Tim Pitman's radio performances include performing live for GWR Radio as part of a show at the Bristol Old Vic and live performances and interviews on BBC Radio Bristol and Swindon FM and many other local and National Radio and TV stations. He has also performed at the Lord Mayor’s Ball in Swindon. His music is regularly played on Radio Bristol.

Tim Pitman's most notable performance to date was in 2005 when he was personally asked by Michael Eavis (The Glastonbury Festival Organiser) to perform accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra at the “Glastonbury Extravaganza”, held at the World Famous Glastonbury Abbey - the biggest open-air classical music concert in the UK. He performed “Nessun Dorma”, “Rule Britannia” and “Land of Hope and Glory” to a record audience of over 14,500 people. He received a standing ovation and was called back to the stage to repeat part of the performance.

Later in 2005, Tim Pitman performed at The National Indoor Arena as part of the “Royal Birmingham Tattoo” with the “NATO Regimental Big Band”. He put in a sensational performance to around 20,000 people which has lead to Tim being invited to tour with Norman Rogerson – a leading promoter of military concerts in Europe.

Since then Tim has been invited back to the Birmingham Tatoo twice. Tim also works closely with Royal British Legion with notable performances at The Colston Hall Bristol over the past 3 years as part of the Remembrance concert/service.

Tim's career spans over two decades and had worked with many names such as Paul Daniels, Micheal Barrymore, The Baycity Rollers, The Tremeloes, Paul McKenna, Faith Brown, Martin Daniels. Tim has also worked with classical orchestras including The "Royal Philharmonic Orchestra", "The Bristol Millenium Orchestra". Tim has also worked with many Militery orchestras including "The NATO big Regimental Band, "The Royal Marine Band (Plymouth Division)", "The Coldstream Guards", "The Central Band of the Royal Air Force", "The Band of The Army Air Core", "The Royal Marine Band 40th Commando," The Band of The Gurkas" plus many international bands including a Russian Military band.

Tim Pitman has one of the most powerful and dynamic voices around and has built up a loyal and supportive fan base.