One of Australia's leading percusssionists. Has performed with Kate Ceberano, Paul Kelly, John Butler, Vince Jones, Renee Geyer and many others.
Runs International drumming camps in Ghana West Africa with Nii Tettey Tetteh and in Sri Lanka. Has performed in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa. Runs workshops all over Australia.
Currently recording and performing as a freelance session musician. Recognised expert on West African and Afro Cuban drumming. Creator of Afrolankan Drumming System with Sri Lankan drummer Kanchana Karunaratna. Runs regular workshops in Footscray, Fitzroy and Brunswick. Teaches African drumming at Footscray Primary, Kororoit Creek Primary and Derrimut Primary.
More info www.raypereira.com.au
Details last updated: February 29, 2024
