Nik has worked internationally as a composer, performer, and educator within live music and theatre settings since 2005 at some of the biggest events and venues in the world; including the Royal Albert Hall, Glastonbury Festival, and Shakespeare’s Globe. He is a highly versatile drummer and percussionist, comfortable working in a wide variety of styles and settings.
Dongle // The Baghdaddies
Bio
Nik began studying percussion at the age of 5 when he joined the 100 Drummers community project; studying Afro-Cuban and Afro-Brazilian percussion
Discovering a passion for percussion instruments from around the world, Nik began to study instruments and techniques from various cultures; Indian tabla and dhol drums, Indonesian gamelan, Iranian santoor, Spanish Flamenco, classical tuned percussion, drum kit, and the drums found in the music of his Greek heritage. This gifted him a unique approach to music and a versatility that is evident in his work as a performer and composer.
Nik decided to become a musician at a young age, thanks to the incredible musicians that shared their time and knowledge with him - Brendan Murphy, Keith Morris, Claudio Kron, Inner Sense, and Mestre Mario Pam of Bloco Afro Ilê Aiyê, among many others.
Public Performances
15 November
Baghdaddies - Old Market Assembly, Bristol
16 November
Baghdaddies - Sub Rooms, Stroud
19 November
Rye - Courtyard Theatre, London
21 November
Frolic Acid - Cobalt Studios, Newcastle
22 November
Rye - Zerox, Newcastle
5 December
Rye - Cobalt Studios, Newcastle
6 December
Baghdaddies - Crook, County Durham
7 December
Baghdaddies - Balkanarama, Edinburgh
13 December
Baghdaddies - Norwich Arts Centre
14 December
Baghdaddies - Newcastle
15 December
Rye - Estate Tea Company, Newcastle
15 December
Baghdaddies - Cumberland Arms, Newcastle
20 December
Baghdaddies - Cobalt Studios, Newcastle
Current Projects
Drums & Percussion
Musical Director
Artistic Director
Frolic Acid
Drums & Percussion