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Richard Rayner

Percussion

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Age:
18
Emslie:
Hugh's Chilled Red
Sammut:
4 Rotations for Marimba, Rotation 2
Rayner:
Uprising
Lalo:
Little Friendly Giant
Accompanists:
Richard Craker (Drums); Chris Gilbertson (Bass)

Richard, from Chelmsford, started playing the drums at the age of five and progressed onto percussion, winning recognition in both. He also studies jazz piano and plays in many jazz and classical ensembles. He performs regularly with his weekend school’s Symphony Orchestra, Brass Band, Brass Ensemble and Percussion Ensemble. Richard enjoys recording with his band Franko which recently completed a tour of Thailand and the UK.