Mike ‘Ozzie’ Osborn studied percussion at the Royal Academy of Music and has enjoyed an extensive career as a freelance drummer and percussionist across theatre, television and the recording industry. He has performed with numerous orchestras, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, BBC Concert Orchestra and Sadler’s Wells Opera Orchestra.

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Throughout his career, Mike has worked, recorded and toured with a wide range of celebrated artists, including Van Morrison, Petula Clark, Gregory Porter, Natalie Cole, Sacha Distel, Mary Wilson, Beverley Knight, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa and Freddie Mercury. His jazz credits are equally extensive, featuring performances with Cleo Laine, Johnny Dankworth, Tina May, Claire Martin, Mica Paris, Kenny Ball, George Melly, Cy Coleman, Janie Dee, Albert Lee, Deana Martin and the Syd Lawrence Orchestra.

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Mike’s television work includes the Laurence Olivier Awards, Evening Standard Awards, Parkinson, The Sound of Musicals, the WhatsOnStage Awards, Lily Savage Livehouse band and Playschool.

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His West End theatre credits include Fame, Rent, Guys and Dolls, 42nd Street, Five Guys Named Moe, Tell Me on a Sunday, High School Musical, Annie Get Your Gun, Show Boat and She Loves Me. In addition to his extensive West End experience, Mike was the drummer for the pantomime at Wimbledon Theatre for over 20 years.

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Alongside his performing career, Mike has made a significant contribution to music education. He was one of three writers responsible for the new Trinity College of Music drum kit syllabus and has composed and recorded the current graded modern syllabus music for the ISTD Dance examination board. He has also been associated with Laine Theatre Arts for 40 years.

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A well-known and highly respected teacher, Mike has held teaching positions at Trinity College of Music, Epsom College, Reigate Grammar School and Tiffin School, combining his wealth of professional experience with a longstanding commitment to developing the next generation of musicians.