I am a drummer, producer, and music educator – passionate about groove, sound, and musical expression.
After studying in Austria and the USA, I performed worldwide and now teach at JAM MUSIC LAB University, among others.
My focus lies in creative drumming, music production, and working with bands.
TRAINING
Jazz Drums Diploma, Klagenfurt State Conservatory with Erich Bachträgl
Los Angeles Music Academy (LAMA) et al. with Mike Shapiro, Ralph Humphrey, Joe Porcaro
Master of Arts, Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna (MUK)
with Walter Grassmann and Tony Mühlhofer
ARTISTIC ACTIVITY
Festivals (selection): Umbria Jazz Festival (Italy) • Muhu Future Music Festival (Estonia) • Saalfelden Jazz Festival • Jazzahead! Bremen • and much more. • Creative member of the Los Angeles-based label BAD OWL
TOURS & GIGS
in numerous European countries and the USA
Collaboration with artists such as:
Martin Koller, Ola Onabule (UK), Sarah Dashew (USA),
Markus Geiselhart Orchestra, Ganes (ITA/D),
Karen Asatrian, Tonč Feinig, Blitzenbolt, Our Royal Displeasure, Mary Roos, Flora Fauna, Megan Kinney
I’ve been working as a composer, musical director, pianist, performer and producer for the last 15 years.
I’ve been fortunate to write music for many UK projects, including for Sky and Universal.
I’ve also performed on a variety of shows and tours, including London’s West End, and with UK pop acts.
EDUCATION
Leeds College of Music (Composition/Performance/Technology)
Berklee Online (Composition for Film & TV)
WRITING
(selection)
Sky TV
Universal Music
Sauce Music
Popcorn Music
Ryvita (UK)
Galmerda (USA)
GIGS
(selection)
Inala (World Tour and Albert Hall show)
Thriller Live (West End and World Tour)
Jersey Boys (West End)
Billy Elliot (West End)
Dreamgirls (West End)
Mamma Mia (West End)
Geri Halliwell
Craig Charles Show (BBC)
Models Of Soho
Ozi Ozaa