Since first taking up playing the drums in September 2019, Alfie has taken four Trinity College drum examinations. He achieved a Distinction in Grade 1 in 2020, a Distinction in Grade 2 in 2021, a Distinction in Grade 4 in 2022 and a Distinction in Grade 5, with 100% examination result in 2024.

This superb set of results over the past four years shows not only Alfie's determination to do as well as he can, but his musical talent. He works so very hard during his lessons with his teacher, which he funds from his part time jobs, and at home when practicing in his bedroom.

Over the past four years Alfie has upgraded his electronic drum kit on three occasions, funding each new kit from his evening and weekend jobs.

I truly believe that the Alfie's achievements above are so very worthy of nomination, and would recognise his talent, skills, determination to do well, and all of his hard work and sacrifices over the years.

Alfie's nomination statement

I am so very proud of my achievements in all my drum examinations but to receive 100% in my Grade 5 exam earlier this year is very very special and it reflects all the time, effort and hard work that my drum teacher, Dean and I have put in since I passed Grade 4.

As I am in my first year of A levels, I have had to work hard to plan my lessons with Dean and my time to practice around my studies and much increased college work.