Jon’s Bio 1996 - Current
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Testimonials
Nick Rice
Credits: Leftfield, Hadduken
Alex Torjesson
Credits: Nial Horgan, Mika, James Morrison, Will Young
Jack Geary
Credits: Maisie Peters (currently supporting Ed Sheran)
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Jo Yoshida
Credits: Katie Melua, Mike Bati, Mika, Jessie J
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Ben Minal
Credits: Toska
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James Compton
Credits: Lol ZovaIi, Baby Queen, Barry Fletcher
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Louie Palmer
Credits: Mike Stern, Gary Husband, Jason Rebello.
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1998 - PRESENT TUTORING CREDITS
35 Yrs Teaching Experience
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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - The Academy of Contemporary Music
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Instrumental Studies/Technique
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Sight Reading/Theory
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Advanced Music Performance and Production skills
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Principles of music
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Performance Workshop
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Studied at Drum Tech 4 years
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PERFORMANCE CREDITS
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1993-1994: Toby and the Whole Truth - Tour
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Radio 1 Rock Show Appearance
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1996-1998: Drummer for Road Runner Records
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2001: Yamaha and Zildjian Endorsed
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2000-2002: Rhythm Magazine - Series "So you want to play like"
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2001-2002: House/Band Drummer for Riffathon, Charity ran by Jimmy Page and Bryan May
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2001-2003: Extensive Sessions - Neil Daviage & Aron Friedman
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2002-2004: Revealtors - Pete Friesen (Alice Cooper, Wayne’s World)
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If you wish to improve as artist or performer.
Jon Duff
Jon is an incredibly talented drummer and tutor. With 30 years experience of teaching he offers a wealth of experience.
As a Private Drum Tutor he is working with all levels.
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Rockschool
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GCSE Music
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Site Reading
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All styles
He has guided and taught some of the most current young drummers out there:
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Nick Rice - Leftfield, Hadduken
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Alex Torjesson - Nial Horgan, Mika, James Morrison, Will Young
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Jack Geary - Maisie Peters (Currently supporting Ed Sheran)
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Jo Yoshida - Katie Melua, Mike Bati, Mika, Jessie J
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Ben Minas - Toska
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James Compton - Lol ZovaIi, Baby Queen, Barry Fletcher
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Louie Palmer - Mik Stern, Gary Husband
As well as working with guitar great's 2002-2004 Revealtors - Pete Friesen (Alice Cooper, Waynes’s World) who said...
"He has developed a unique and well crafted approach to teaching which builds your technical ability, confidence and all that is drums."
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Jon is there to build your confidence and ability as his previous students can attest...
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Pete Friesen - The Almighty, Alice Cooper
I've been playing with Jon for over 20 years now and he is one of the most naturally talented drummers I have ever worked with. His subtly of touch and musical instincts are fantastic, and his innate groove makes him a joy to play with. You know you're in safe hands when he is behind the kit.
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Tim Reynolds - Drum Student
Jon is by far the best teacher I’ve ever had. His unique ability to make academic concepts fun & simple is the sole reason I’m now able to read music.
He opened up my playing and my music tastes to make me the best I could be, understanding my challenges & coming up with innovative solutions along the way.
Had Jon not been around I wouldn’t be playing professionally today. In short, get some lessons with Jon - he’s a very lovely man, a beast of a drummer and a teacher that’s second to none.
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Jack Geary - Drummer Maisie Peters (Ed Sheeran Support)
I studied drums with Jon from when I first began the instrument to degree level playing.
I learnt valuable skills from Jon that I apply today in a professional sense such as groove, time and feel.
Not only is Jon a true professional in the music industry but is a lovely person to be around and for anyone wanting to study with him I guarantee you will feel at ease from the get go!
I feel if I didn’t study with Jon I definitely wouldn’t be where I am today,
Thanks for everything ??
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Elliot Yorke - Musician - Drum Student
I first met Jon when I studied at ACM around 2012 ago and have continued to have private lessons with him since.
If you are looking for a teacher that is truly passionate about your progress as drummer then look no further. I can only wish I had studied with him from the very beginning of my drumming journey. He will push you to progress whilst remaining compassionate about your struggles.
Likewise if you need 5 mins to nerd out about Star Wars he’s your man!
If you wish to improve as a drummer or performer
Book Your Free Taster Session Here
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