Jacob started playing piano aged five and by seventeen, had achieved a classical diploma. He wrote a musical and was accepted into Leeds College of Music (now Leeds Conservatoire) to study composition in which he gained a First Class degree. Leeds Conservatoire have since invited Jacob back to film, record, teach, accompany and advise – most recently appointing him as a lecturer and Musical Director on the new Musical Theatre Degree Course.
Alongside writing solo material Jacob writes for others artists and agencies. Jacob produces all of his own music and has produced freelance for bands and artists for many years.
Jacob has previously worked with BYMT as the Musical Director on our 2025 production of Sense and Sensibility in Exeter, as well as supporting us on our national audition tour.
