Nicholas John Childs (born 7 October 1961) is a Welsh musician, conductor, composer and brass educator.
He started playing baritone horn at a young age with guidance from his father John.
Currently, Childs is the conductor and music director for the award-winning, Black Dyke Band.
[citation needed] His works have received "CD of The Year" on multiple occasions by the British Bandsman, Brass Band World magazine and 4barsrest.
The National Children's Brass Band was the concept of Nicholas Childs, who is the music director since 2006.