Alistair is a passionate musician and educator specialising in drums and percussion. He has studied under the wings of prominent Australian Jazz drummers and mentors. Alistair is currently undertaking a diploma in music performance and plays in several Sydney based rock and pop bands.
SUMMARY:
Highly motivated Musician with a background in performance and sound production. More than 6 years experience as a Drummer. Dedicated Musician with 5 years in bands and concert groups. An enthusiastic team player who accepts coaching graciously and quickly incorporates feedback into performances. Has played in two EP’s and on the live stage to 100’s of audience members
Musical Teaching:
2018 - Drumbeats AustraliaPlay African drumming for corporate team building events and schools.
2015 - Brhythmic (Drums and Percussion Tutor)
2013 – 2016 RYSE (Alternative Rock Band)
Tutor Drum kit, percussion and theory to primary school aged children ranging from years 3 – 6. Have been involved in numerous school Band Camps and holiday workshops. Alistair has taught at several schools including: Beaumont Road Public, Seaforth Public, St Ives Public, Turramurra North Public and Pymble Public school.
Finding his way through rhythm, Matthew completed a Bachelor of Music Performance degree, and up until now has played in a multitude of bands of various genres, including Rock, Blues, Funk, Pop, Punk, Jazz Fusion, Folk, Country, Hip Hop, Trip hop, while also arranging and writing music in collaboration.
Over the years Matthew has developed himself to execute his own rhythmical voice in a stealthy, but powerful expression, and his technical skill is characterized by a fluid like style.
His development underlines his teaching method; whereby he encourages students own formation of style and character in their musical expression, to deliver a distinct feel to any piece of music they apply themselves to.
Off the kit, Matthew is also majoring in English and philosophy with a deep focus on existentialism, metaphysics, ethics, and other subjects on the human condition in life. His wide openness to experience is a measure of his interest and practice in art, poetry, literature, music and philosophy, which enters in his teaching habits to inspire his students.