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Live Performances

Ezra is a dynamic touring drummer and playback tech, performing with Muroki across New Zealand and Australia. He’s played major festivals, opened for international acts, and collaborated live with a wide range of artists across genres.

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Session Drumming

Ezra is a versatile session drummer with credits on studio releases for artists like Muroki, Tom Verberne, Silas Futura, and BENEE. His work spans professional studios, live sessions, and nationally broadcast performances.

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Private Tuition

With over 7 years of teaching experience, Ezra offers tailored drum lessons for all ages and abilities. His students thrive in a supportive, skill-focused environment—many achieving recognition in school and national competitions.

About
Ezra

Ezra Donnelly is a session drummer, educator, and playback technician based in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland, New Zealand.

Known for his adaptability and groove-focused style, Ezra has become a trusted live and studio collaborator for some of Aotearoa’s most exciting artists.

He currently tours with Muroki, having performed across Aotearoa and Australia, and has shared stages with Jack Johnson, BENEE, Ocean Alley, and Fazerdaze. His live work spans major festivals like Rhythm & Vines, Rhythm & Alps, and Wanderer Festival, as well as iconic venues including Spark Arena and The Powerstation.

As a session player, Ezra’s drumming can be heard on Muroki’s Heading East EP, Tom Verberne’s Don’t Walk album and Skinwalk EP, Jude Kelly’s Seven Spirits of Her EP and Reiki Ruawai’s In Time single. He has appeared twice on Triple J’s Like a Version—once with BENEE and again with Muroki.

Ezra’s passion for music extends to education. Since 2017, he’s been teaching drummers of all ages, offering personalised, goal-oriented lessons from his central Auckland studio. His students have gone on to win regional competitions and grow as confident, expressive musicians.

Whether behind the kit, in the studio, or mentoring the next generation, Ezra brings energy, professionalism, and a deep love for rhythm to everything he does.