Hi, I'm Nadine Lee, a passionate musician and musical director with extensive experience in performance, composition, and production. I've had the privilege to perform with renowned artists and theatres, and I love sharing my knowledge through teaching and guest lectures. Music has always been my way of telling stories and connecting with people. Throughout my career, I've worked in various roles including as a drummer, bassist, and vocal arranger. I enjoy collaborating with others and thrive in creative environments where I can contribute my skills in performance and musical direction. I'm always excited to take on new challenges and create inspiring music experiences.

Nadine Lee

Hi, I'm Nadine Lee, a passionate musician and musical director with extensive experience in performance, composition, and production. I've had the privilege to perform with renowned artists and theatres, and I love sharing my knowledge through teaching and guest lectures. Music has always been my way of telling stories and connecting with people. Throughout my career, I've worked in various roles including as a drummer, bassist, and vocal arranger. I enjoy collaborating with others and thrive in creative environments where I can contribute my skills in performance and musical direction. I'm always excited to take on new challenges and create inspiring music experiences.

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Hi, I’m Nadine Lee, a passionate musician and musical director with extensive experience in performance, composition, and production. I’ve had the privilege to perform with renowned artists and theatres, and I love sharing my knowledge through teaching and guest lectures. Music has always been my way of telling stories and connecting with people.

Throughout my career, I’ve worked in various roles including as a drummer, bassist, and vocal arranger. I enjoy collaborating with others and thrive in creative environments where I can contribute my skills in performance and musical direction. I’m always excited to take on new challenges and create inspiring music experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Bass Guitar/Bass Synth/Percussion at Artist - Self Esteem
February 1, 2025 - Present
Performing as a bass guitarist and percussionist focusing on live and studio sessions with the artist Self Esteem, contributing to musical arrangements and performances.
Bass Guitar at Production: Cry Baby - Arcola Theatre London
April 30, 2025 - July 30, 2025
Provided bass guitar for the theatre production Cry Baby at the Arcola Theatre London during its run.
Backing Vocalist at Artist - Reverend & the Makers
December 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Performed as a backing vocalist for Reverend & the Makers during live performances and recordings.
Backing Vocalist at Production - Little Piece Of You - Drury Lane, Theatre Royal
November 30, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Provided backing vocals for the production Little Piece Of You starring notable performers at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Visiting Professor of the Practice at Brown University
August 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Developed and delivered the 'Black Music Performance' syllabus to university students, sharing expertise in music performance and cultural history.
Guest Music Workshop Facilitator at Newport Festivals Foundation
April 30, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Led music workshops for women at Cranston Correctional Facility, focusing on empowerment through musical education.
Drummer at Production: Ali The Musical
April 30, 2023 - July 30, 2025
Performed as a drummer during research and development sessions for Ali The Musical, collaborating with producers and directors.
Co-Musical Director/Arranger/Drum Programmer at Production ‘Misty’ by Arinzè Kene
April 30, 2023 - July 30, 2025
Directed musical arrangements, drum programming, and overall music production for the Off Broadway run of Misty.
Guest Lecturer at Leeds Conservatoire
November 30, 2022 - July 30, 2025
Delivered master classes and guest lectures focusing on music performance and arrangement techniques.
Musical Director/Arranger at The Watermill Theatre
October 31, 2022 - July 30, 2025
Directed music and arranged compositions for the production of Othello.
Musical Director/Arranger/Music Preparation at Wise Children
June 30, 2022 - July 30, 2025
Led musical direction and arrangements while preparing music scores for the production of Wuthering Heights.
Musical Director/Arranger at Wise Children
August 31, 2021 - July 30, 2025
Directed music and arranged compositions for the production Bagdad Cafe.
Musical Director/Composer at Theatre Royal Bath
April 30, 2021 - July 30, 2025
Composed and directed music for the production of Josephine.
Actor/Musician at Film, ‘The Man In The Hat’
September 30, 2020 - July 30, 2025
Cast as 'Nadine Lee' of the Nadine Lee Band in this original motion picture starring Ciaran Hinds.
NCAM Core Team Member and Media Department Lead at NTCG England & Wales HQ
March 31, 2020 - July 30, 2025
Led media department activities and core team efforts for the NTCG organization.
Bass Guitarist at Lizzo
February 29, 2020 - July 30, 2025
Performed bass guitar for Grammy Award-winning artist Lizzo during BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge sessions.
Drummer at Runaway Entertainment
September 30, 2019 - July 30, 2025
Played drums for the production of Peter Pan directed by Sally Cookson.
Drummer at Headlong Theatre Company
June 30, 2018 - July 30, 2025
Drummer for UK Tour of This House and Junkyard productions, collaborating with notable theatre directors and composers.
Guest Lecturer at Yale University
August 31, 2017 - July 30, 2025
Delivered lectures on Gospel Music from church origins to global influence.
Lecturer at London College of Creative Media
September 1, 2013 - Present
Module leader for Professional Performance and Theory in Practice, principal instrument instructor, and choir director.
Music Coordinator at City of Truth London
August 31, 2018 - July 30, 2025
Organized and coordinated training, workshops, and scheduled musicians and events.
Bass Player/Percussionist at The Globe Theatre
November 30, 2013 - July 30, 2025
Performed bass and percussion for the theatre production The Lightning Child.
Vocal Director at iGospel.uk
July 31, 2015 - July 30, 2025
Directed and produced vocal performances, wrote and produced songs, taught vocal workshops, and oversaw UK mass and regional choirs.
Director of Music at New Testament Church of God, Willesden, London
September 30, 2009 - July 30, 2025
Organized training, conducted youth choir, arranged music for church services and concerts, and performed as drummer and bass player.
Co-director/Founder at EMUSIK Management, Hertfordshire England
April 1, 2005 - Present
Provided drum kit teaching, choir directing, vocal coaching, music production, songwriting, vocal arranging, management and booking, and training assistants.
Assistant Tutor/Administrator at Yamaha Keyboard Lessons RBKC
December 31, 2005 - July 30, 2025
Participated in teaching and played in a European summer concert tour.
Founder at UK Christian Artist Ekklesia
June 1, 2001 - Present
Executive produced multiple albums and tours, managed songwriting, vocal arrangements, recording, and performances.
Bass Guitar/Bass Synth/Percussion at Self Esteem
February 1, 2025 - Present
Performing as a bass guitarist, bass synthesizer, and percussionist for the artist Self Esteem, contributing to live shows and recordings.
Bass Guitar at Cry Baby - Arcola Theatre London
April 30, 2025 - July 30, 2025
Performed as bass guitarist in the production of Cry Baby at Arcola Theatre London.
Backing Vocalist at Reverend & the Makers
December 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Provided backing vocals for Reverend & the Makers during live performances.
Backing Vocalist at Little Piece Of You - Drury Lane, Theatre Royal
November 30, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Sang backing vocals in the production featuring a cast including David Bedella, Mica Paris Dujonna Gift & Kjersti Long.
Visiting Professor of the Practice at Brown University
August 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Wrote and delivered the syllabus for ‘Black Music Performance’ at an Ivy League institution.
Guest Music Workshop Facilitator at Newport Festivals Foundation
April 30, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Facilitated music workshops at the Women’s Correctional Facility in Cranston, Rhode Island.
Drummer at Ali The Musical
April 30, 2023 - July 30, 2025
Drummed for a research and development session for the production directed by Clint Dyer and produced by Richard Willis.
CoMusical Director/Arranger/Drum Programmer at Ali The Musical
April 30, 2023 - July 30, 2025
Co-directed music, arranged, and programmed drums for the musical production.
Musical Director/Arranger at Wise Children
June 30, 2022 - July 30, 2025
Provided musical direction, arrangement, and music preparation for productions including Wuthering Heights and Bagdad Cafe under director Emma Rice.
Musical Director/Composer at Theatre Royal Bath
April 30, 2021 - July 30, 2025
Composed and directed music for the production Josephine.

Education

MA at Nottingham Trent University - Confetti
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Dip HE at University of West London
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

Grade 1 Piano
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Grade 2 Piano
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Grade 1 Bass Guitar
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Grade 2 Bass Guitar
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Grade 3 Bass Guitar
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Grade 4 Bass Guitar
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Grade 5 Bass Guitar
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Grade 1 & 2 in Piano - The Associated Board of the Royal School of Music
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Grade 1-5 in Bass Guitar - RSL Awards
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services