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Ben Mac
Drummer
(1 Review)
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Performs: Worldwide
From: £180
Based In: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Performs: Worldwide
From: £180
Live performances, recording sessions, music lessons.
I can also sight read to a high standard.
Biography
I am a professional drummer living in Belfast, Northern Ireland and have been playing drums for over 17 years.
I have recently completed contracts as drummer for the house band and party band on cruise ships for Saga and Fred Olsen Cruises. Previously, I have played drums, percussion and sound effects for a number of professional theatre productions, such as Jack and the Beanstalk, Dick Whittington, Cinderella and Aladdin.
I’ve covered a diverse range of genres from Soul, Funk, Jazz, Blues, R&B, Punk, Motown, Pop, Rock, Musical Theatre, Big Band, Opera and Popera.
I’ve been in nu
... merous bands including progressive rock trio Toska, Pink Floyd Tribute band, The Darksiders, Sit Tight (winners of the Bulleit Bourbon Battle of the Bands in 2017), Glum, Mop and the Pram, Psychic Eyes, Maelstroom, Thomas Ashbey, and Nicolas and the Outlanders.
I have a diverse taste in music but my main drumming influences are Dave Weckl, Vinnie Colaiuta, Matt Garstka, Jojo Mayer, Mark Guiliana, Keith Carlock, Benny Greb, Neil Peart, Danny Carey.
I have a BA (Hons) degree in Professional Musicianship from the British and Irish Modern Music Institute in Brighton. Prior to this I was awarded two diplomas in music from the Belfast Metropolitan College and the South Eastern Regional College.
BA (Hons) Degree in Professional Musicianship
BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music
Reviews (1 Review)
Ben Mac - Drummer - Belfast, Northern Ireland
Event Location: Saga Cruise Ship - Spirt of Adventure
Event Type: Cruise Ship Drummer
27th April 2023
Ben has been an excellent addition to the on-board Trio, demonstrating excellent sight reading skills, and something I value much more, a willingness and drive to practice, improve, and always perform to a high standard, no matter the type of performance. He is exactly the type of musician that you should be looking to hire.
Experience
PMA Productions - Pantomime Drummer - Cinderella, Aladdin
SAGA - 6 Months - Orchestral Musician
Fred Olsen - 3 Weeks - Party Band Musician
Suitable for
Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Baby Shower Bachelor / Stag Party Bachelorette / Hen Party Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Birthday Party (Child) Birthday Party (Teen) Bridal Shower Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christening Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Funeral/Memorial Service Graduation Party Grand Opening Party Halloween Party Hanukkah Celebration High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event Jewish Wedding New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Nursing / Care Home Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Prom Night Quinceañera / Sweet 16 Party Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party School Event Session Work Social Club Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Virtual Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception
Physical Characteristics
Height: 6ft
Eyes: Hazel
Hair: Dark Blonde
Shoe Size: 11UK
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