Brian West has been composing and arranging music since developing an interest in this area of music education when studying at the Tasmanian Conservatorium of Music.

As a high school and senior secondary classroom music teacher Mr West has been recognized nationally for his ability to develop a wide range of classroom teaching materials designed to meet the changing needs of the young musician.

Brian is currently employed by the Tasmanian Conservatorium of Music as Lecturer in Pre-tertiary and Community-based Music Programs.