Alyn Cosker

Alyn Cosker is a Lecturer in Jazz at the Royal Conservatoire, specializing in jazz drumming. He is also the resident drummer for the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra and actively contributes to both education and performance in jazz music.

Education:

• Studied music at Strathclyde University, Scotland

Research and Professional Focus:

• Emphasizes technical mastery and stylistic adaptability in jazz drumming
• Known for collaborations across diverse musical genres with artists like Tommy Smith, Joe Lovano, and Isobel Campbell
• Debut album Lyn's Une (2009) features original compositions and contributions from notable jazz musicians

Recordings:

• The Guardian (Shirley Bassey)
• Stereocanto (Fraser Fifield)
• The Green Machine (Martin Green)
• Water and Light/Chasing Light (Gareth Davies Jones)
• Torah (Tommy Smith & Scottish National Jazz Orchestra)

Professional Affiliation:

• Integral member of the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra
• Active in promoting jazz education and performance