Pandeiro and Melodic Percussion (Marimba, Vibraphone, Xylophone...)

From 36 € /h

My class is about Percussion. Are you someone that would like to learn more about the vast world of Percussion?
I studied classical, Latin, Brazilian percussion and Vibraphone and I am currently working professionally as a percussion player.

I am from Portugal but my studies were done in Rotterdam at Codarts.
My main topics for our lessons are:
-Pandeiro (Brazilian percussion);
-Mallet technique for Marimba and Vibraphone;
-Stick control and Rudiments;
-Snare Drum studies;
-Orchestral Percussion;
-Improvisation on Vibraphone.

Always flexible to design a lesson according to the students interests and needs.
ALSO AVAILABLE TO TEACH ONLINE

Yours truly,
Rafael

Location

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At student's location :

Around Rotterdam, Netherlands

At teacher's location :

Muscari, Teilingerstraat, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Online from Netherlands

About Me

Teaching music has always been part of my musical activity since I am 15. It's a great way of continuously relearn and inspire others that want to learn more about music.
Along my academical path I have found teachers that inspired me and others that unfortunately did not. As a student I clearly felt the difference when a teacher was really there sharing and helping and that made me a good student.
My high school studies were Classical percussion and along that I was teaching kids from the local village Orchestra in Portugal (my hometown). After that I decided move to Rotterdam to study at Codarts, classical percussion and later in the World Music department where I focused more in Latin and Brazilian percussion and Vibraphone. Also during my Bachelor I did two years of music education studies where I had an Internship teaching two individual students and giving Samba Batucada workshops for students from the Havo Muziek en Dans Rotterdam, and at Dalton Den Haag.

Education

Bachelor Percussion Codarts Hogeschool voor de kunsten (Classical, latin, Brazilian, Melodic percussions like marimba, vibraphone, xylophone...)
Music Education studies at the same institution.

Experience / Qualifications

Orchestra teachers to kids, Vibraphone teacher, Brazilian percussion teacher to solo and groups.
Music education studies at Codarts Hogeshcool voor de kunsten

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Portuguese

Spanish

Dutch

Skills

Percussion

Availability of a typical week

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New York

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Federica

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Hi guys! Did you always want to play drums and get to know more about music? Now it is your chance!
My name is Federica and I'm an Italian drummer. I speak Italian, English, and Spanish. I graduated in Codarts, Hogeschool voor de Kunsten en Muziek in Master of Music. I am currently attending the PhD in the University of Evora (Pt) in Music and Musicology, specialization in Performance.
I have experience in teaching and I play in several bands. During the lessons, we can be focusing on more subjects and we'll learn several styles such as Jazz Latin, pop, blues, rock, and funk, adapting to your need.
The attention will be given even to the study of a snare drum, with technical and rhythmical exercises. everything steps by step.
Don't hesitate to contact me if you're interested!

Branko

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In the percussion field there are more instruments than you can count, it's a perfect opportunity to try out different things in the musical field and see what you like as a beginner, intermediate or advanced student. I am teaching music theory to all my students in order to deepen their musical knowledge on any instrument.
I've been playing, studying, teaching and performing for over 15 years now, so I can use my experience to find good qualities in the you and develop them as much as possible. If you want to study with me I can provide a stable program for development including scores, exercises etc.
In this class, we will be focusing on instruments sutch as Marimba, Vibraphone, Drum set, Latin percussion, African percussion, Djembe, Orchestral Percussion, Timpani and more.
You can come to a lesson and see what you like from all the things mentioned. Do you have instruments at home? I can come to your home and spare you the travels.

David

5.0

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Do you want to learn some cuban grooves? or maybe latin jazz?

Apart from teaching the most amazing latin rhythms, In my lessons I apply the stick control book, to achieve a good technique, and at the same time I teach coordination and grooves, with the best methods and books from the most qualified drummers.

I'm a professional drummer from Spain, but living in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. I have studied Latin drums at Codarts, university of the arts, in Rotterdam, so I've acquired a lot of knowledge and skills on Cuban and Brazilian music, jazz, funk and Pop.

I've performed in places such as:
North Sea Jazz Festival, Het Concertgebouw (Amsterdam), Tivoli (Utrecht), Jazzcafe Dizzy, etc...

Giovanni

5.0

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Hello everybody! Welcome to my profile!

Have you always wanted to know more about rhythm, percussion and drums? Then you are in the right place! :)

My name is Giovanni, I'm an italian percussionist currently living in The Netherlands and studying at Codarts music school in Rotterdam.

Latin music is the field I explored and studied the most, especially music coming from Cuba and Brazil: two different and at the same time similar worlds that boast an incredible and extremely interesting music culture.
Talking about Cuban music, my main instruments are congas, bongos and timbales, together with all small percussion (guiro, maracas, clave, shekere). I will guide you through the different music styles that developed in this wonderful island during the past 200 years, such as salsa, son, rumba, cha-cha-cha, mambo, songo among many others.
About the Brazilian side, I can teach you how to learn to play the pandeiro, in all its different styles and rhythms, together with the timbau, the repique, the dobras, the surdo and many other instruments that belong to this amazing tradition.

In my musical career, I also got to play and studied other types of percussion that belong to other traditions. To name one, the cajon, originally coming from Perù and later incorporated in spanish flamenco, is another fascinating instrument, and incredibly versatile when it comes to play many styles of music, especially western pop and funk music: it can really function as a substitute for the drums!

Talking about drums, I will be happy to guide you through the study of this marvelous instrument as well, starting from the basic techniques until the study of all the rhythmic possibilities that this instrument gives.

If you're interested, don't esitate to contact me!

(more info below :) )

Romain

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🥁 Discover the Joy of Playing Drums and Percussion! 🥁
Have you always wanted to learn the drums or explore percussion? I offer lessons tailored to your level and interests, helping you progress while having fun. 🎶

🎵 What I Offer:

Personalized Lessons: Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, I adapt my lessons to meet your needs.
Varied Techniques: Learn different styles (rock, jazz, funk, etc.) and discover percussion instruments like bongos, congas, or the cajón.
Progress at Your Own Pace: Simple and effective methods to help you advance at your own pace, without pressure.
Friendly Atmosphere: Lessons at home or online, in a relaxed and encouraging environment.
🎯 Goal: Enjoy playing while improving your technique and sense of rhythm.

Write me to learn more or to book a slot. I'd be happy to guide you on this musical journey!

Carmen

5.0

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Hello!

Are you ready to delve into the world music knowledge? Here is your place! I offer you music lessons where you will get to know percussion instruments, but also the traditional music, the historical background and much more! Always with passion and dedication because of the love I have for teaching and music!

I'm specializing in latin, brazilian and flamenco. So, I can teach you a wide variety of instruments and tradition. In the latin/cuban music you can learn congas, timbales and bongó, but also: güiro and shekeré. With brazilian music I can teach you pandeiro, rebolo/tan tan, surdo, cuica, reco reco, tamborim, zabumba and batucada instruments like timbao or dobra. And for flamenco tradition you can learn cajón, but also if you are interested the different partterns of the palmas.

All my lessons are prepared for the student, so depending on you, we'll set up the lessons. But here you have the specific points I find more important:

- Technical basis: the technique is essencial to be a good percussionist.
- Music theory: it can help you to read the scores or to understand the music.
- Different rhythms, patterns and styles: latin, brazilian and flamenco are a huge diverse world of music that we will discover in our lessons.
- Music accompaniment: we'll learn the role of percussion as the base of a band.
- Improvisation: a percussion player can also shine, so I'll teach you the language to talk with the drums.

For the lessons I can provide you the instruments! Also, lessons can be individual, duos or groups. You only need to bring your desire to learn!

I have experience as a teacher with individual lessons and group lessons with workshops. This taugh me that the passion I have for music and teaching and the emotion of the students was the perfect combination to have fun while learning.

Don't hesitate to contact me! And let's start with some music!

ABOUT ME
My name is Carmen and I come from Spain. Since I was little I started stuying music and percussion in the band of my little town. I wanted to keep growing in music, so I decided to go to the conservatory where I learned classical and contemporary music. Because of different teachers I got to know latin, brazilian and african music and I kept learning until I decided to move to Rotterdam to focus on latin music at Codarts.

João

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Ever curious to learn more about rhythm and atypical instruments? Explore percussion with practical classes focused on marimba, rhythm, and percussion basics. I offer straightforward instruction for all levels, helping you build your skills at your own pace. Whether you're just starting or looking to improve, the sessions provide the tools you need to understand rhythm and play with confidence. I have experience with classical music, jazz, Latin, and Afro-percussion, as well as theatrical percussion. However, in my classes, it's all about you and your goals, in whatever shape they might take! Come to learn and grow as a percussionist in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Zilan

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Hello! If you are looking for a patient, experienced, and passionate teacher, I am here to help you achieve your musical goals and discover the beautiful music of the Middle East.

I give percussion lessons on instruments such as daf, frame drum, darbuka, tonbak, and many more.
I also give singing lessons specialised on Kurdish and Turkish traditions.

In my lessons, I focus on posture, technique, music theory, and repertoire. But my most important task as a teacher is to motivate my students and help them on their musical journey.

I've been teaching music for 10 years and I'm based in Rotterdam. I have a Bachelor's degree in percussion and singing from the Conservatory of Ege University of Izmir and a Master's degree from the Codarts Conservatory of Rotterdam.

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced musician, I can customise my lessons to suit your unique needs and interests. My blend of skills, experience, and passion for teaching ensures that each lesson is both engaging and effective.

Diego

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The percussion instruments are the foundation of the rhythm, an ancestral beat. Do you want to learn how to play Latin - America percussions or improve your skills on drums? In our one-to-one lessons I will give you suggestions and practical methodology to enrich your language on percussion and drums in the field of popular music of the Latin world.
Field of specalization: pandeiro, congas, batucada instruments, drums.
Also teaching: music theory, rhythmic, harmony, arranging skills.

Diego

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Hi! I’m Diego Hernández, a Costa Rican drummer and percussionist based in Rotterdam, with a Master’s degree from Codarts and over 10 years of teaching experience. I help students of all ages and levels play with confidence, groove, and musical understanding, from rock and pop to jazz and world music.

My lessons are personalized, structured, and music-driven. I adapt my teaching to each student’s goals and learning style, combining solid technique, rhythm training, coordination, and real musical application. Whether you want to enjoy playing your favorite music, improve your groove, or follow a more serious academic path, I guide you step by step with clarity and motivation.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Percussion Teaching and Performance (Summa Cum Laude) and a Master’s degree in World Music Percussion. Alongside teaching, I am an active performer and have played at venues such as the North Sea Jazz Festival, Carnegie Hall, Concertgebouw Amsterdam, and the Monterey Jazz Festival. This real-world experience allows me to connect technique with musical reality in every lesson.

If you’re looking for a teacher who is versatile, experienced, supportive, and truly invested in your progress, I’d be happy to work with you and help you develop your own musical voice.

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