Luke Sprague

Luke is a founding member of FMD and had piano & singing lessons here. He played bass in FMD Jazz Band and was Captain Anderson in Centre Stage’s inaugural production of ‘Starship 92’. Luke studied a BSc in Maths at Exeter University, was a Choral Scholar at Exeter Cathedral, directed bands, choirs, and notably ‘Ghost’ the Musical during his time there. Following his MA in Musical Theatre Direction at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Luke is now actively working in the profession.

Charlie Murray

I learnt guitar, violin, piano and singing at FMD. Following the Musical Theatre Foundation Course at GSA, I studied an ArtsEd Musical Theatre degree in London. Since then I have taken part in a variety of short films, the immersive experience of ‘Dirty Dancing’, ‘Choir of Man’ in Florida and professional pantomimes. I play gigs, both solo and with a band, and work as a session musician. I attribute my achievements to Edward and the springboard the FMD experience gave me into the industry. The passion that the teachers have is infectious and, without a doubt, sparked a passion for music and the arts in me too, which otherwise may have been missed.

Tom Fletcher

Tom has been part of the FMD family since its inauguration where he played alto saxophone in the FMD Jazz Band, Sax Quartet as well as receiving one to one lessons with woodwind specialist, Kanse Capon, and director Edward Reeves. He went on to study a BMus at Goldsmiths, University of London and then a Masters at Guildhall School of Music and Drama. As well as private teaching and performing, Tom now acts as a senior music publicist and oversees multiple clients including; Blue Note Records, Decca Records, Warner Music, Jacob Collier, Cheltenham Jazz Festival, Love Supreme Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival in Rotterdam amongst others.

Sam Dawes

Sam is also a FMD founding member and played in the FMD Jazz Band, performed in Centre Stage and had instrumental lessons with Craig and Edward. Sam studied classical trombone at the Royal Academy and is now studying his Masters degree at The Royal Academy. Sam joined FMD and teaches brass here.

George Acworth

George was a member of Centre Stage from the age of 5 years old and played in the FMD Jazz Band which gave him the confidence, love and passion for performing that he holds with him to this day. George studied at Hurtwood House on a performing arts scholarship and is now studying a BA in Musical Theatre at the Guildford School of Acting.

Sapphire

Sapphire has singing lessons with Jenny here at FMD. She is currently a full time artist and performer. Sapphire’s recent performances includes the BBC’s New Voice Programme on Radio 1 and many others. Her songs feature regularly on Radio 1.

Gabbie Court

Gabbie played saxophone in the FMD Jazz Band for 3 years. She then went on to study a BA in Music at York University, followed by a MMus at King’s College, London. She is now the Operations Coordinator of the Southbank Sinfonia at St John’s Smith Square in Westminster.

Harry Fagge

Harry was in Centre Stage for 10 years and had singing lessons with Jenny. He completed a Musical Theatre degree at the Emil Dale Academy for Performing Arts and is now working professionally as a performer.

Katie Evans

Katie was a member of Centre Stage. She started studying song writing and performance at the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts and is now working towards her teaching qualification.

Ollie Woods

Ollie played drum kit for FMD’s Jazz Band and Centre Stage Productions. He is now a session drummer regularly performing in London’s West End theatres including the London Palladium and Theatre Royal Drury Lane with the likes of Jason Robert Brown, Cynthia Erivo, and Alfie Boe. He studied at Berklee College of Music in Boston and is set to complete a Ph.D. in Music from the University of Surrey in 2025. As well as performance, Ollie does drum transcription work and has recently collaborated with Moises AI and Apple. His regular performance and transcription videos have attracted a combined following of over 100,000 on social media.

Dylan Kirk

Dylan started playing trumpet at 7 years of age and subsequently gained a scholarship to study a B mus at Trinity. He now works as a brass teacher and freelance musician in and around London. He can adapt to any style and has played lead trumpet in: Trinity Laban Symphony Orchestra, The Mick Collins Legacy Jazz Orchestra, Pictures at an Exhibition, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, West End musicals (Evita, Kinky Boots), plus countless private weddings and functions.