Thomas Joy
Thomas is currently LOpSoc's Musical Director in Residence.
Biography
The misanthropic Thomas has just finished the first year of his Law degree at Southampton, and has been LOpSoc's Musical Director since September 2012. He began playing music at the age of 4, and is a classically trained pianist. He's also a published film composer, clarinetist, bass clarinetist and organist, as well as being LOpSoc's MD, répétiteur and conductor. Of course, that's as well as his degree, playing as an exam accompanist, and competing in mooting competitions with the Law faculty. He believes that Freight is Great. He likes to keep himself busy, as well as long walks on the beach, and is seeking someone with GSOH, preferably a tight little craft.
Musical Director of LOpSoc
He took over as Musical Director in September 2012, and began as MD for Double Feature 2013. He proceeded to MD Ruddigore 2013 and was MD for Ruddigore (Buxton) 2013.
In the 2013-2014 season, Thomas will be MD for both shows, Pirates of Penzance 2014 and Sweeney Todd 2014. He is due to MD Pirates of Penzance (Harrogate) 2014.
Diva
Thomas is LOpSoc's Diva-in-residence, combining forces with Cerys Beesley, they form the LOpSoc Superdiva.
History of Roles
| Performance | Role |
|---|---|
| Pirates of Penzance (Harrogate) 2014 | Musical Director |
| Sweeney Todd 2014 | Musical Director |
| Pirates of Penzance 2014 | Musical Director |
| Ruddigore (Buxton) 2013 | Musical Director |
| Ruddigore 2013 | Musical Director |
| Double Feature 2013 | Musical Director |
LOpSoc Orchestra
[[File:tbjthomas.jpg |200px|thumb|left|Conducting Double Feature 2013 Thomas was also responsible for establishing a permanent base of musicians who play for LOpSoc's productions. The LOpSoc Orchestra currently stands at over 30 members and is conducted by Thomas.