Hi, I’m Jeevan Singh, a Bristol-born percussionist with roots in Indian rhythmic traditions. I’ve spent years performing with ensembles and touring productions across the UK and beyond, bringing tabla, dhol, and a wide array of percussion to the stage. I love collaborating across genres and cultures, creating energy and connection with audiences through rhythm. Over the years I’ve worked on high-profile projects from Glastonbury sets to US tours with major theatre productions, collaborating with composers and fellow musicians to deliver dynamic, engaging performances. I’m passionate about mentoring and sharing knowledge with emerging musicians, and I’m committed to using music to celebrate cultural diversity and bring people together.

Jeevan Singh

Hi, I’m Jeevan Singh, a Bristol-born percussionist with roots in Indian rhythmic traditions. I’ve spent years performing with ensembles and touring productions across the UK and beyond, bringing tabla, dhol, and a wide array of percussion to the stage. I love collaborating across genres and cultures, creating energy and connection with audiences through rhythm. Over the years I’ve worked on high-profile projects from Glastonbury sets to US tours with major theatre productions, collaborating with composers and fellow musicians to deliver dynamic, engaging performances. I’m passionate about mentoring and sharing knowledge with emerging musicians, and I’m committed to using music to celebrate cultural diversity and bring people together.

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Hi, I’m Jeevan Singh, a Bristol-born percussionist with roots in Indian rhythmic traditions. I’ve spent years performing with ensembles and touring productions across the UK and beyond, bringing tabla, dhol, and a wide array of percussion to the stage. I love collaborating across genres and cultures, creating energy and connection with audiences through rhythm.

Over the years I’ve worked on high-profile projects from Glastonbury sets to US tours with major theatre productions, collaborating with composers and fellow musicians to deliver dynamic, engaging performances. I’m passionate about mentoring and sharing knowledge with emerging musicians, and I’m committed to using music to celebrate cultural diversity and bring people together.

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Language

English
Fluent
Panjabi, Punjabi
Advanced

Work Experience

Musician / Lead Percussionist at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
April 1, 2016 - September 30, 2016
Lead percussionist as part of Emma Rice's production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. The show was a box office success and well received by audiences.
Lead Percussionist at National Theatre (Wuthering Heights US Tour)
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Lead percussionist on the National Theatre's Wuthering Heights US tour, performing across North America for five months across approximately 50 shows.
Brass in Concert Performer at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
November 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Participated in Brass in Concert (BiC) event with Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Lead Percussionist / Collaborator at DJ Nav Entertainments
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Lead percussionist for a private wedding in Nairobi, Kenya; collaboration with Excellence Roadshows and Dholi Pritam Virdee.
Musician / Performer at RSVP / Glastonbury Festival
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Glastonbury Festival performances across six shows with RSVP, on the Avalon Stage, Theatre and Cabaret areas.
Musician / Performer at RSVP / British Embassy
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Garden Party performance with RSVP at the British Embassy (London) in July 2023.
Musician / Ceilidh Performer at Ceilidh Max
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Project with Ceilidh Max, performing Irish/Scottish traditional music; collaboration with Tad Sargent.
Lead Percussionist at DJ Nav Entertainments
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Kenya Private Wedding in Nairobi; lead percussionist/collaborator with Excellence Roadshows and Dholi Pritam Virdee. Performed as lead percussionist and contributed to musical direction for a high-profile international wedding project.
Brass in Concert Performer (BiC) - Composer at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
November 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Brass in Concert event; one of five composers on a unique piece for the National Brass in Concert event in Newcastle; collaboration with Dr Liz Lane.
Performer at RSVP / British Embassy Garden Party
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Garden Party at the British Embassy with RSVP; performed with a lineup of bands for an international audience.
Musician at RSVP / Glastonbury Festival
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Glastonbury 2023: 6 shows with various bands, including RSVP at the Avalon Stage, Theatre and Cabaret.
Percussionist at Ceilí Max
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Project with Ceilí Max; Irish and Scottish traditional music; involved in céilí dancing to private and corporate events.
Lead Percussionist at National Theatre – Wuthering Heights US Tour
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Lead percussionist on the National Theatre production of Wuthering Heights touring North America for 5 months; ~50 shows.
Musician at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
April 1, 2016 - September 30, 2016
Lead percussionist as part of Emma Rice's production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre; show was a box-office success.

Education

GCSEs (English Literature, English Language, Maths, Science Double Award, Geography, Business Studies, Religious Education, Punjabi) at St George Community School
September 1, 1990 - June 30, 1996
GNVQ Business & Finance - Advanced Grade (Merit) at City of Bristol College
September 1, 1996 - June 30, 1999
GCSEs at St George Community School
September 1, 1990 - June 1, 1996
GNVQ Business & Finance - Advanced Grade (Merit) at City of Bristol College
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 1999

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