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Hello, I’m Kit!

I’ve been a professional live and studio session musician, producer and music educator for fifteen years – specialising in piano and keyboards, drums and percussion. Feel free to look around the site to learn more, or get in touch here.

I have played thousands of shows across the UK and in Europe, with a wide variety of artists, bands, orchestras.

I also work as a musical director and band leader for a variety of live productions – including 90s Jam and singer/songwriter Jade MayJean – crafting fully-immersive audience experiences with a live band, synchronised and timecoded lighting cues, lazers, smoke machines, and video projection.

Whether in my own studio or working on location with a band or a producer, I love the flow and creativity of the studio environment.

As a session player, I specialise in percussion (drumkit, orchestral percussion and a variety of ethnic percussion) and keyboards (piano, electric piano, Hammond organ, synths, etc.) – and I also write and/or arrange music to commission and produce tracks in my studio in beautiful rural Norfolk.

I am passionate about creative education and all the benefits it brings, and about helping students of all ages and abilities achieve their goals in music.

I teach music, both privately and in local schools and youth music projects – including working as a percussion tutor for Sistema In Norwich, and as a keyboard tutor with the Norfolk Keyboard Orchestra.

Latest News

Check out my latest news and blog posts to see what I’ve been up to recently, or view the full news feed
  • Candacraig Presents ‘Brave’
    I will be joining up with Lincolnshire-based prog outfit Candacraig next month to play keys on three very special shows, retelling influential prog giants Marillion’s seminal concept album ‘Brave’, thirty years after its original release. To celebrate this incredible piece of work, Candacraig will be devoting the entire second half… Read more: Candacraig Presents ‘Brave’
  • New Release: Alex Carter – Call It Rock And Roll
    Following the release of singles ‘Blue Boy‘ and ‘Last Warning‘, Alex Carter’s full album ‘Call It Rock And Roll’ is finally out on all platforms. Featuring my drums recorded at my studio on five of the eight tracks, and piano on one, the album is available on Spotify, Amazon and… Read more: New Release: Alex Carter – Call It Rock And Roll
  • Band Theft Audio
    I’m delighted to be joining the UK’s hottest event band Band Theft Audio as a keyboard player this year! Filling the gap between band and DJ, BTA provide the ultimate musical entertainment experience for your event. Musically focused on keeping heads nodding and feet moving, the BTA repertoire moves from… Read more: Band Theft Audio
  • New Release: Alex Carter – Last Warning
    The second Alex Carter single I have recorded on drums at my studio. Mixed and mastered by Chris Barwise. Look out for more new music from Alex Carter coming soon!
  • Why Does A Keys Player Need A Pedalboard?
    This is something I get asked about from time-to-time… I know you don’t commonly see keyboard players using boards of effects pedals, like guitarists often do, but I have put a lot of thought into the setup I’m using on my gigs and I feel like this rig fits my… Read more: Why Does A Keys Player Need A Pedalboard?
  • Maggie May – The Rod Stewart Years
    The UK’s most prestigious Rod Stewart Tribute starring Rob Wright as Sir Rod Stewart, backed by his sensational live band. Covering a catalogue of Sir Rod’s chart-topping hits spanning a jaw-dropping 5 decades, including titles such as Handbags & Gladrags; Maggie May; You Wear It Well; I Don’t Want to… Read more: Maggie May – The Rod Stewart Years

What They Say

Kit is a fantastic teacher, and his teaching covers a wide range of styles. After studying with him over two years, I feel I’ve become a much better drummer in pretty much all aspects.

Joe Greenacre

Former Drumkit Student

Incredible musician with the most professional approach and equipment. Used Kit as a drummer for a headline show and he learned my songs in incredible time, to then put on an amazing performance on the night! Incredibly grateful!

Grant Ley

Singer/Songwriter

This is the best drum sound we’ve ever achieved in this room…!

Owen Morgan

Producer/Sound Engineer

Maestro of musical tuition!

Tracey Gonzalez

Parent Of Piano Student

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Kit Marsden // Musician