Testimonials
It's always a pleasure to work with Cypress and mix tracks that he has produced. Great arrangements and well thought out productions whatever the project, a real team player and he makes the gig fun! Looking forward to the next one!
I've worked with Cypress a few times and he only ever brings the best. He is a talented player, always comes prepared and is great company.
Patrick Harrison (Instrumentalist)
Cypress was and continues to be a pleasure to work with. His professionalism and expertise makes him on of the easiest people to share projects with. I highly recommend him.
Murray Dilger (Audio Engineer)
I worked with Cypress when he notated and arranged the sheet music for the professional premiere of a new musical for the Hayes Theatre (he also played drums for all performances). He worked fast, was professional, and also has a great creative mind that benefits new material. As a person, he has an excellent attitude and really went above and beyond. I highly recommend him.
Daniel Cullen (Writer)
Cypress Bartlett is one of those rare drummers who doesn't just keep time — he tells a story with every beat showing his passion, and finesse in his playing. I've had the pleasure of sharing the stage multiple times with Cypress.. Whether he’s laying down a solid groove or letting loose with something wild and creative Watching him perform is genuinely inspiring — he’s not just a great drummer/Percussionist, he’s an artist behind the kit. Highly Recommended
Dylan Risby (Instrumentalist/ Composer)
I have found him to be a highly creative multi-talented musician with an admirable work ethic. He has an intelligently informed grasp of music theory as well as a wholistic approach to imparting this knowledge with empathy.
Thank you so much for putting so much heart and passion into my music while rising above all expectations I had.
Sustained on a wealth of knowledge, Cypress is a creative, innovative and grounded mind. His playing oozes feel and taste, and it’s this partnered with the attention to detail he brings to each session that will always make him my first choice. He is a master arranger; his understanding of space is astounding. He’ll approach your tracks with respect and an ambition to polish I’ve always found Cypress will add a fresh angle when needed, whether it’s a new part or a sound, or something even more unorthodox and exciting. I love working with Cypress, he is a master of his craft and his attitude is infectious. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Cypress is an extremely capable and innovative drummer, with a robust understanding of rhythm and harmony. He is enthusiastic and professional, communicates well and has been a great addition to my project. He is just as comfortable leading the band as he is at taking instruction. We took him on tour and really enjoyed his company, his professionalism shone through when dealing with venues and specs, and we just love him. Can’t wait to get him in the studio!
Cypress is a highly professional and skilled musician! He knew all his parts, brought such a solid groove and great intuition to the live performance. Loved working with him and would recommend him to anyone!
I've worked with Cypress on a number of different sessions. Not only is he always super prepared and organised but he also has a beautiful sounding touch in his hands that I've seen excel across a range of genres.
A great musician and a pleasure to spend time with in the studio. Cypress is a great at taking direction, while being able to put his own spin on a composition - when requested. He takes the process seriously, without taking the fun out of the music, and gives invaluable input into the creative process. Professionalism is... and that's what I want.
Cypress has proven to be a personable music educator, using his industry and tertiary knowledge to guide and foster individualized student learning and progression.
Adam Williams (Head of creative arts, The Entrance Secondary Collage)
I have hired many young music teachers at ROCKGOD MUSIC SCHOOL and very few have made the impact that Cypress has made on his students. Cypress not only possesses the required knowledge to teach, he is able to teach students of very different capabilities. Cypress has great empathy for all of his students and takes pride in the results he achieves as a teacher. –
Cypress did a phenomenal job showing me my essential drum rudiments and concepts, allowing me to become a better player.
Edward Carrett (Student)
Informative and enjoyable lessons that helped develop my improvisational skills on the drums.
James Huggins (Student)