Click on the photographs below to learn more about Steve's heroes and major influences.

Jeff Berlin Probably the world's greatest and most innovative bass guitarist.
Arturo Sandoval Multi-talented and multi-instrumental. Steve had the pleasure of sharing the bill at Chicago's Midwest Orchestra and Band Clinic.
Luciano Pavarotti THE voice.
Rafael Mendez. Amazing technique and panache.
Elgar Howarth. The finest conductor to work with a brass band, it has been a privilege to play under Mr Howarth's direction.
Allan Holdsworth. Sheer musicality and incredible technique.
Joe Alessi. Fantastic trombone soloist and New York Philharmonic Principal Trombone.
Stevie Wonder. Inspirational in so many ways.
Robert Oughton. Supreme cornet soloist, conductor and musician. Started Steve's playign career. Read his story here.
Buddy Rich. The worlds greatest ever drummer? Steve was privileged to see a date on Buddy's final UK tour.
John Anderson. The inspirational voice that fronts Yes.
Spike Jones. Funniest bandleader ever.
Laurel and Hardy. The funniest men - ever.
Tommy Cooper. The one and only.