Percussionist Merlin Jones has led an eclectic career as a musician with interests in a wide variety of styles and playing traditions, from performances at the BBC Proms to residencies as a night-club percussionist. Recent performances include appearances with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Opera North and the Royal Ballet Sinfonia as well as touring with Titanic: The Musical. Past performances include working on the world premiere of the opera George by composer Elena Kats-Chernin in Hanover, Germany and performing alongside the Choir of Kings College Cambridge at the Cheltenham Festival.