The Cognitive Benefits of Learning Music: A Symphony for the Mind
Jon’s Bio 1996 - Current
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)
Jo Yoshida
Credits: Katie Melua, Mike Bati, Mika, Jessie J
Ben Minal
Credits: Toska
James Compton
Credits: Lol ZovaIi, Baby Queen, Barry Fletcher
Louie Palmer
Credits: Mike Stern, Gary Husband, Jason Rebello.
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
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)
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."
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
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