Jay Stapley
Jay’s wide experience in the music industry spans over 5 decades and includes almost every aspect of musical life, from playing guitar with artists including Roger Waters, Mike Oldfield, Suede, Scott Walker, Westernhagen and many more
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Liam Spencer Smith
Liam has over 20 years of experience as a professional musician and educator. Along with a cross-disciplinary teaching portfolio he has performed in over 60 countries throughout the world, From London’s West End, national and international touring.
Chris Trueman
Chris is a highly accomplished guitarist and musician. He has performed in prestigious venues and collaborated with acclaimed artists and brands.
Jamie McCredie
One of the uk’s finest solo & busiest session guitar players, jamie has toured every corner of the world, either as a soloist or playing live & recording with countless well known artists.
Elinor Moran
Elinor is a versatile soprano and award-winning graduate of Chetham’s and the Guildhall School of Music, recently returned from a world tour as a soloist with André Rieu.She is a sought-after performer, educator, and vocal coach, known for her operatic roles, concert work, and involvement with major UK opera and music education organizations.
Paul Saunders
By successfully adding saxophones and flutes to his portfolio Paul has become one of the most versatile woodwind players on the London scene. Previous West End shows include: Billy Elliot, Guys and Dolls, Les Misérables, The Producers, Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Full Monty, My Fair Lady, Ghost, Chicago, Top Hat and many more… Paul’s current post is the clarinet chair on the West End production of Wicked, a post he has held since the show opened in 2006. As the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire’s multi-instrumental consultant, Paul’s role is two- fold.
Ayse Osman
Ayse is a versatile freelance double bassist and bass guitarist with extensive experience in orchestras and theatre, including work with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and the Royal Shakespeare Company. She enjoys collaborating with composers to create new theatre and performing in West End productions. Passionate about education, Ayse teaches at Uppingham School and Loughborough Grammar, and leads workshops promoting confidence and wellbeing through music. As a mental health advocate, she also writes songs exploring the human experience, blending her instrumental skills with singing.
Lee Morris
Lee is a highly versatile and experienced drummer whose career spans West End musicals, international tours, studio work, television, and education. His credits include top shows like We Will Rock You, Wicked, The Book of Mormon, and School of Rock, alongside performances with major artists such as Gabrielle and Paul Rodgers. He has toured globally with show bands and currently performs with The Rock Orchestra, while also contributing to the 2024 ABRSM drum kit syllabus. A dedicated educator, Lee holds a PTLLS qualification and endorses Yamaha, Roland, Vater, and other leading music brands.
Rob Parsons
Rob is a professional drummer and percussionist based in London’s West End, currently serving as deputy drummer for shows like Wicked, Moulin Rouge, MJ: The Musical, Oliver, and Come Alive. He has toured extensively across the UK and Europe with various productions and has taught one-to-one drum lessons for 13 years, achieving a 100% pass rate with students in graded exams.
Andrew Boushell
Andrew is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and singer, and a graduate of the dit conservatory of music & drama, the royal college of music, and operastudio vlaanderen in belgium.