Brian Gulland (Gryphon) Interview (6/25/23) 

Brian Gulland is an English classically trained musician who has specialized in creating medieval and Renaissance music most notably as a member of the band Gryphon. After graduating from the Royal College of Music in London, Brian hooked up with fellow RCM student Richard Harvey, Graeme Taylor and Dave Oberle to form the aforementioned Gryphon in 1972. Playing such non-traditional instruments as the bassoon and the krumhorn, Mr. Gulland and the band released 5 albums during the 70’s, splitting up in 1977. Fast forward to 2009 and a reunion one-off performance. Then came 2 new albums, one in 2018, the first in 41 years, and a second in 2020. There have also been several compilation releases over the years. Brian has also been a member of The New Scorpion Band, done a little acting and enjoys playing cricket.