WELCOME HOME!
After a long journey, I'm back where I belong — in the studio, teaching, and creating music.
For the past few years, life took me in directions I didn't anticipate. A significant change in my personal circumstances — becoming the primary caregiver for my two children following a divorce — meant stepping away from the touring life that had defined my career. No more month-long stints on the road with international acts. No more living out of a suitcase. Instead, I chose to be present for my kids during their formative years. It was the right decision, even if it meant putting certain dreams on hold.
But here's what I've learned: stepping back doesn't mean stopping. It means redirecting.
My Journey
Over four decades, I've been extraordinarily fortunate. I've recorded with artists most musicians only dream of working with. I've played prestigious stages across the world. I spent nineteen years as drummer/singer for Steve Hackett, touring extensively and recording multiple albums. I've been part of legendary West End productions, deputising for the Cats orchestra for two decades. These aren't just credits on a CV — they're chapters of a life lived in music at the highest level.
But credentials alone don't make a great teacher. Experience does. Understanding does. Caring does.
Recently I've been reconnecting with this work in a new way. A complete beginner walked into my studio last week — someone with natural talent but zero drumming experience. Within one lesson, she was playing four different grooves, executing fills, and playing along with music. She booked six more lessons immediately. That's when I knew I was ready to fully embrace this next chapter.
What's Next
I'm now teaching privately from my professional studio in High Wycombe — a space I've carefully designed for focused, effective learning. I'm also continuing my work with local primary schools, where I've watched students discover their musical voices year after year.
This isn't a retirement from music. It's a different expression of the same passion that's driven me since I was young enough to pick up a pair of sticks.
I'm also creating again — something I haven't had proper time for in years. Short teaching videos, blog posts about rhythm and technique, explorations of the music that's shaped me. I want to share what forty years of playing has taught me.
Your Welcome Here!
If you've followed my journey over the years, thank you. If you're discovering me now, I'm excited to meet you.
Whether you're a complete beginner curious about drums, an intermediate player wanting to break through a plateau, or someone simply looking for creative outlet and community — there's a place for you here.
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