A
graduate of the Academy of Contemporary Music in Guildford, Leo
passed the Higher Diploma with 8 out of 8 distinctions. Winning a
full scholarship, sponsored by Phil Collins, he returned to
study on the degree course for a further 2 years. Leo graduated with
a 2:1 Honours; organising a live drum show, which was covered by
Rhythm Magazine, for his final project.
Since turning professional in 2003 he has become a regular tutor at
the Academy and teaches numerous classes there. He has played all
over Europe and the Far East, on cruise ships and for corporate
events, as well as performing with bands at Guildfest and the
Royal Festival Hall.
Having recently moved to London, he has been doing sessions, and TV
work as well as teaching, and has joined the critically acclaimed
band, The New York Fund.
Leo joined
Grand Central in June 2006 and tells us he loves every minute of it!
