Ryan’s love of music became evident in sixth form where he took every music course offered by his school, achieving distinction stars in Music Performance and Music Technology, and a B in A level Music After then achieving a distinction in the Associate of Trinity College London performance diploma through a recital examination in 2018, Ryan dedicated himself to teaching full time in primary and secondary schools, and at JJ’s Arts Academy. Ryan enjoys a wide array of styles and is influenced by fusion drummers such as JoJo Mayer and Dave Weckl, as well as more pocket focused players such as Jeff Porcaro and Benny Greb. When he isn't teaching, Ryan also performs professionally, having performed with Exeter Philharmonic Choir, multiple award winning 12 piece party, wedding, and function band ‘The Loose Cannons Band’ as well as being the kit player for the Dartmouth Britannia Royal Naval College Concert Band and Big Band.
