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Jonathan
- Rate €58
- Response 2h
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Students3
Number of students Jonathan has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Jonathan has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

€58/h
- Drum
- Percussion
- Jazz Drumming
- Djembe
- Bodhran Drum
Jonathan is a qualified music teacher delivering fun, engaging and memorable lessons that are bespoke to each student.
- Drum
- Percussion
- Jazz Drumming
- Djembe
- Bodhran Drum
Lesson location
Super Prof
Jonathan is one of our best Drum tutors. High-quality profile and excellent qualifications, organised and responsive to lesson requests, appreciated by their students!
About Jonathan
Jonathan graduated from University of Salford and has since worked as a professional musician for over 25 years and teaches students of all ages and abilities from absolute beginners to diploma level. “My principal aim is to inspire and encourage every student as they develop and give them the confidence and enthusiasm to perform the music they love.”
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Jonathan is proficient with grades I-VIII ABRSM and Trinity Rock & Pop and prepares students for licentiate examination LRSM, LRAM, LLCM. Jonathan is proficient in Logic Pro X/GarageBand, Sibelius and a variety of other music software/apps and has a wealth of experience of writing and producing recorded music. Jonathan is an expert in commuting through virtual musical learning via whether Google Classroom, Zoom and/or Skype, possesses CPD in internet safety at his most recent employment positions and continues to be GDPR compliant. Drum kit and Percussion Preparation for Instrument Examinations: Trinity/Guildhall, Rock School, Trinity Rock and Pop Areas covered with beginner/intermediate individuals: The understanding of Pulse and Metre/Tempo An understanding of Dynamics (Loud/Soft) The understanding of Coordination between all limbs and voice (Basic Grooves/Beats, Sticking Exercises and Counting) The understanding of basic Rhythmic Notation such as short rhythmic phrases including time signatures, bars etc. Sticking exercises, beats/grooves Stick Control developed using the basic rudiments (Single/Double/Paradiddle etc.) Areas covered with intermediate individuals are: Musical Style and Genre Further challenging aspects of coordination and limb independence/interdependence through Jazz Drum Set and/or Latin Percussion Method Further Stick Control explored through the use of snare drum pieces and/or more advanced rudiments (Including: Accents/Flams/Triplets/Rolls/Drags/Ruffs) Areas covered with intermediate/advanced individuals are: In depth study into Musical Style and Genre (Pop, Rock, Funk, Jazz and World Music) Challenging co-ordination and limb independence skills An understanding of Rhythmic Notation and Chart Reading at professional level Developing a facility for "Technique, Groove, Creativity and Musicianship" - John Riley Preparation for Theory Examinations: ABRSM, Trinity/Guildhall - Key Signatures - Time Signatures - Intervals - Scales & Modes - Chords & Arpeggios - Score Analysis - Cadences - Transposition - Dictation/Transcription - Harmonising Closed Score (Bach Chorale/Figured Bass) - Composition Preparation for Music GCSE/A Level (Solo/Ensemble Performance, Composition, Aural, Listening and Appraising) - OCR Areas of Study - Edexcel Set Works Anthology - AQA Listening & Appraising, Influences on Music and Music in Context
Review
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Perfect! I thoroughly enjoyed my drum lesson with Jonathan. As a beginner on the drums I was looking for an effective method to get me started and he was able to provide this clearly and efficiently with out overloading me. I would highly recommend taking a lesson with him should you want to develop your drumming.
- Henry was really supportive while I overcame technical issues that come with learning online. Henry was very patient, inspirational and clearly shares a passion for music. His subject knowledge of bass AND guitar goes really deep and I felt like he had so much more to offer. Henry has given some really helpful things to practise and I look forward to the next lesson!See the response Jonathan :
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Recommendations
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I would highly recommend Jonathan. He has a wonderfully authentic style of teaching that makes you feel relaxed and excited about learning new tricks with the keys! As a total novice with heaps of passion for music but a lack of confidence, before meeting Jonathan I would start lessons but the drive would wane. I can honestly say that Jonathan has helped me reignite that passion for learning again. And I can finally play a tune for the family to sing along to :)
I have always wanted to learn to play the drums but felt I didn't have the confidence to do it. Jonathan inspired me to take up that opportunity, I thoroughly enjoyed the lesson and have continued to grow in experience and confidence.
Jonathan Kitching is a highly qualified music teacher. His approach to teaching is professional yet he shows patience with his pupils. Pupils enjoy the musical experience, whist learning at the same time.
Johnatan is very professional my kids love their lessons with him.
Prior to Jonathan providing Kit and Percussion training at Post Grad level at UEL ITE we have
worked on two separate occasions as Music HoD and Jonathan as second in the
Music department F/T Lewisham and Camden NW3
Jonathan delivers specific percussion and kit advice and training specific to the
required educational phase from KS 2-thru to 5 and now ITE post-Grad. As a Music
teacher Jonathan is a gifted performer and multi-instrumentalist and
composer/arranger who can also manage the ‘hard yards’ of whole class music in the
very toughest of London Boroughs and the ‘leafy’ world of the private sector : )
Jonathan worked with me from 2011 to 2012 when my fixed term at Ladywellfields
Lewisham ended.
I then asked Jonathan to interview for a post at NorthBridge House a fee paying Secondary NW3
he was successful and I believe remained there before moving on to perform, teach and
compose in 2016 to the present circa April 2023
I can unreservedly recommend this applicant. He has a deep experiential and theoretical knowledge of his discipline, relentless work ethic in combination with his multi faceted musical talents both as a professional performer, composer and professional educator.
Jonathan also possesses a peerless sense of fun and hubris when performing and whilst inspiring the next generation of musicians through his experiential teaching ethos...Ps. Probably my fault...but this took longer than 30 seconds : ) ...However...that reminds me...Jonathan's timing is flawless : ) In case I didn't say he is one hell of a musician and teacher! Superprof's lucky day : )Jonathan is a great teacher and has really helped me with playing the songs I like. I’m feeling much more confidant and seriously thinking about joining a band!
I really enjoyed lessons with Jonathan, he’s very friendly and professional and I progressed much quicker than I thought I would. Lessons are a lot of fun too! Would recommend to anyone who wants to learn the drums.
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- €58
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- 5 h: €289
- 10 h: €578
online
- €58/h
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