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2024/25 Free Online Masterclass Series
For Young Percussionists & Drummers aged 18 and under!
Here at PercWorks we offer free monthly 'online' masterclasses to young percussionists and drummers aged 18 and under. During each masterclass, an industry professional will talk about their experiences as a working musician, composer or teacher. The Artist will perform or show examples of some of their work and also share with you how their musical education has led to where they are today! There will also be a Q&A session offering you the opportunity to ask those burning percussive questions. Every masterclass will allow you to interact with the artist and gain invaluable information, guidance and inspiration!
Please RSVP below to the masterclasses you would like to attend. Please subscribe to be the first to hear about upcoming events! Once you have RSVP'ed, you will later receive an email requesting participant details. You will receive the 'Zoom' details the day before the event!
Questions? Please visit our FAQs page before contacting us!
Participant Quotes
"Especially welcome in these times, when so many arts venues are closed"
"Really informative and motivational!"
"A wonderfully relaxed and informative interview!"
"Having the opportunity to access this additional experience is invaluable!"
Upcoming Masterclasses
Sun, 29 SeptZoom29 Sept 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Zoom
Sun, 12 MayLondon12 May 2024, 09:00 – 21:00London, Prince Consort Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2BS, UK
24 Mar 2024, 16:00 – 17:30ZoomAn interactive masterclass with the Ghana born drummer and composer, Paa Kow! Learn first-hand about his musical journey & experiences, with the chance to learn new techniques live during the session. There'll also be a Q&A session giving you the chance to ask all things drumming!
01 Oct 2023, 16:00 – 02 Oct 2023, 17:30ZoomAn interactive masterclass with one of the UK's leading Latin Percussionists, Will Fry! Learn first-hand about his musical journey & experiences, with the chance to learn new techniques live during the session. There'll also be a Q&A session giving you the chance to ask all things percussion!
Mon, 28 AugZoom28 Aug 2023, 09:00 – 29 Aug 2023, 16:00Zoom28 Aug 2023, 09:00 – 29 Aug 2023, 16:00ZoomJoin PercWorks for 2 days of composition masterclasses & 1-1 sessions led by world-class composers Dani Howard & Will Edwards as well as industry-leading notation expert, John Barron from Dorico. Kickstart your YPCOTY 2023 process with top tips & insights from the adjudicators. All sessions are FREE
27 Aug 2023, 16:00 – 17:30ZoomAn interactive masterclass with the world’s premier solo percussionist, Dame Evelyn Glennie! Learn first-hand about her musical journey and experiences, repertoire and instrument choices, pedagogy and approach to practise. With a Q&A session giving you the chance to ask all things percussion!
Sun, 09 JulZoom09 Jul 2023, 16:00 – 17:30Zoom09 Jul 2023, 16:00 – 17:30ZoomAn interactive masterclass with Henry Baldwin, the section principal percussionist of the Royal Opera House. Learn first-hand about his musical journey, experiences and what its like to play in the world-leading opera orchestra. With a Q&A session giving you the chance to ask your questions!
Sun, 28 MayZoom28 May 2023, 16:00 – 17:30Zoom28 May 2023, 16:00 – 17:30ZoomAn interactive masterclass with Matthew Hardy, the Principal Timpanist of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. Learn first-hand about his musical journey, experiences and what its like to play in a world-leading Orchestra. With a Q&A session giving you the chance to ask your questions!- Sun, 07 MayLondon07 May 2023, 10:00 – 21:30London, Prince Consort Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2BS, UK
30 Apr 2023, 16:00 – 17:30ZoomAn interactive online masterclass with award winning conductor Pablo Urbina! This is your opportunity to learn how to conduct, explore the importance of working with a conductor as a musician and discover all about Pablo's exciting musical journey. Also, a Q&A to ask all things conducting!
05 Feb 2023, 16:00 – 17:30ZoomAn interactive online masterclass with freelance percussionist Emma King! Learn first-hand about her musical journey and her experiences whilst performing all over the world with STOMP. Join the hands on session learning all things body percussion and cajon plus a Q&A to ask all things percussion!
17 Jul 2022, 15:00 – 16:30ZoomAn interactive online masterclass with the owner of Dhol Academy, Jasdeep Singh Bamrah! Learn first-hand about his musical journey plus join the hands on session learning about Indian rhythms and Dhol techniques. There will also be a Q&A to ask all things Dhol & rhythm!
19 Jun 2022, 16:00 – 17:30ZoomAn interactive online masterclass with the award winning Drummer, Composer & Band Leader, Jas Kayser! Learn first-hand about her musical journey and join the hands on session, your chance to gain tips & tricks from Jorga Smith's drummer. There will also be a Q&A to ask all things drums!
29 May 2022, 16:00 – 17:30 BSTZoomAn interactive online masterclass with the amazing West End Percussionist, Matthew West! Learn first-hand about his musical journey and join the hands on session learning what is takes to play in the world class West End! There will also be a Q&A to ask all your burning percussive questions.
20 Mar 2022, 15:00 – 16:30 GMTZoomAn interactive masterclass with the award winning percussionist, composer, presenter, documentary maker and educator, Ruari Glasheen! Learn first-hand about his musical journey + a hands on experience learning the Bodhran. There will also be a Q&A to ask all your burning percussive questions!
Sat, 19 FebZoom19 Feb 2022, 09:00 GMT – 20 Feb 2022, 17:00 GMTZoom19 Feb 2022, 09:00 GMT – 20 Feb 2022, 17:00 GMTZoomJoin PercWorks for a weekend of composition masterclasses & 1-1 sessions led by world-class composers, Ivan Trevino, Dani Howard & Will Edwards as well as industry-leading notation expert, John Barron from Dorico. All sessions are free, open to young musicians aged 18 and under and delivered on Zoom
Sun, 30 JanZoom30 Jan 2022, 16:00 – 17:30 GMTZoom30 Jan 2022, 16:00 – 17:30 GMTZoomAn interactive masterclass with Patrick King, the Principal Timpanist of the Welsh National Opera. Learn first-hand about his musical journey, experiences and what its like to play in a world-leading Orchestra. With a Q&A session giving you the chance to ask your timpanistic questions!
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