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How old were you when you first started playing?
I started playing the drum kit when I was eleven and the timps and percussion when I was fourteen/fifteen.
Why did you choose that instrument specially?
I vividly remember playing the opening of Brahms’ 2nd Symphony and thinking, “Wow – this is for me!”
Do you play any other instruments?
Yes – I still play kit and percussion – and the piano (not very well).
What do you like most about playing in an orchestra? Is it fun?
Being part of a team, you are able to experience some fantastic moments of music making. Orchestral tours can be great fun too.
Do you play any other kinds of music?
Yes – I love playing jazz. I have also played in some West End shows.
What’s your favourite music?
I love all music that is well written. In classical terms my favourite composers are – Mahler, Beethoven, Brahms, Strauss, Stravinsky and Wagner.
Do you have any hobbies? What are they?
Swimming, football, cars, vintage drums/timpani.
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