Dave joined the MU in 2004 following a busy career as a freelance drummer, percussionist and teacher. He first worked for the MU in the London office and was London Region Senior Organiser from 2007 to 2013. Dave then headed up the Live Performance Department until 2022 when, following the UK’s departure from Europe, Dave was made Head of International, focusing his work on tackling the difficulties caused for musicians by Brexit as well as aspects MU members face when working overseas such as visas, CITES and travelling with instruments.