David Sandercock began learning music at the age of 4 years old. He studied classical violin and piano, and after 7 years tuition of both, decided to focus on the piano. After obtaining a music scholarship to attend Perth Modern Senior High, David continued his classical piano studies, whilst also learning percussion for 5 years.
In 1994 David completed the Bachelor of Music at the University of Western Australia, passing with honours. During the final year, he also passed the Australian Musical Examinations Boards highest exam, the Licentiate of Music. During the final year, David also performed Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Piano Concerto. David has played twice with the Western Australia Symphony Orchestra as a concert pianist.
David has since played in numerous Perth cover bands, and was one of the founders of the very popular band Radio 80s. Other bands he has played in are Hot Water, Inside out, Cover Up, Soul Corporation, Souled Out, Get on Down, The Frames, The Great Australian Gift Box, Daniel Rata and Ross Avins Neil Diamond Show.
David has also played in many duo and trio outfits, and also as a solo pianist at many functions and venues throughout Perth. David has composed music for documentaries and radio, and has helped with producing many albums with other musicians. David is a writer full member of the Australasian Performing Right Association