Ben Thomas: Preparing Young Music...
Ben Thomas: Preparing Young Musicians for the Industry
The Creatives' Corner by RSL Awards
S1 · E4
Nov 14, 2025
18:16
Episode notes

On this episode of The Creatives’ Corner, we speak to Rag’n’Bone Man's drummer, Ben Thomas, who explores why Vocational Qualifications offer such a powerful pathway for young musicians stepping into the industry. He discusses how the Rockschool Diploma equips students with the skills, discipline, and real-world awareness needed to navigate today’s music landscape. Ben also reflects on his own journey into session drumming, the value of learning-by-doing, and how vocational training encourages young musicians to self-reflect and truly excel on their instrument.

Keywords
performing arts
vocational qualifications
creative education
theatre
dance
acting
music
arts community
creative careers
education
students