World Music Percussion - Tuition and Workshops

Are you looking to diversify your instrumental tuition offers in your school? Do you have any world music opportunities open to your pupils?

GSW Music Hub subsidise Jon's ‘World Percussion Recitals’ to help broaden the musical experiences of pupils around the County beyond the 'Western' traditions. You might be interested however in contacting Jon about his other self employed services to enrich your school's offer.

About Jon Sterckx

Jon Sterckx is a world music percussionist based in Stroud with over 35 years playing experience and over 25 years experience of working in music education. He was an Associate Lecturer at University of Plymouth (2003-2017), is a Tutor and Mentor for South West Music School, has delivered Indian Music and World Rhythm workshops at festivals, schools, colleges and universities nationally and internationally and has been running weekly tabla classes in Swindon since 2016.

Jon is specialised in Indian Tabla, which he learned with teachers in India and UK between 1994 - 2005.

Jon offers 1:1 tuition on Indian Tabla to students of all ages, also tuition on Cajon, North African/Middle Eastern drums (ie: Daf and Darbuka) and West African Kashaka.

Jon currently teaches lessons through Pates Grammar School in Cheltenham, Marling School in Stroud or Acorn School in Nailsworth. Tuition at other schools may be possible, please contact Jon to enquire.

Jon can also offer group workshops to schools, festivals and venues. These include Indian Music Workshops, World Rhythm Workshops, Indian Vocal Percussion Workshops, Kashaka Workshops.

For A level, college and university level, Jon offers lecture/demonstration type masterclass sessions.

For Primary level, Jon is also currently offering ‘World Percussion Recitals’.

More information: www.jonsterckx.co.uk

Feedback & Testimonials:

“To say that I never want the lessons with Jon to stop is an understatement. He is incredibly patient, generous, informed and a huge talent of his craft. He knows the ebbs and flow of teaching , the see-sawing of pushing one’s boundaries and making sessions fun. Jon truly listens to what is happening in the here and now. I have treasured every second and look forward to many more sessions in the future. Thank you!” Evelyn Glennie

“Jon has worked with South West Music School for several years, contributing to a wide range of advanced-level residential courses and workshop activities. His musical expertise and enthusiasm consistently inspire and motivate students, and his professional yet friendly approach makes him highly regarded by both students and fellow tutors alike. We look forward to working with him again in the future.” Jennie Troup – SWMS Programme Manager.

“Jon Sterckx has been an inspiring and highly popular associate lecturer in the University of Plymouth Music department for a number of years. His inputs range from workshop/recitals in classical Indian music, the exploration of Middle Eastern percussion via a more world music dynamic, through to exciting demonstrations involving live sampling and music technology. Jon is sensitive to the leanings of the contemporary music student and also understands the requirements of the university system, having directed sizeable elements of taught modules. He is 100% reliable and we always look forward to his various inputs.” Phil Hull, Head of Music, University of Plymouth, Devon.

Please note: Jon is a self employed music tutor and not an employee of any delivery partner within the GSW Music Hub. Information above provided by Jon.