Pascal vd Heusen
Caetano Ruin
Léonie Bertram
Wolfgang Liß
Andreas Schmitz
Jörg Krosse
Harry van Dreuten
Maya Kehren
Irina Verhoeven
[Musikschulleitung, Schlagzeug, Theorie, Gehörbildung]
[Gitarre, E-Gitarre]
[Gitarre, E-Gitarre]
[klassische Gitarre]
[Schlagzeug, Cajon, Percussion]
[Percussion, Cajon, Samba Gruppe]
[Piano, Komposition, Filmmusik, Gehörbildung, Theorie]
[Flöte, Saxophon]
[Schlagzeug, Cajon]
[Trompete, Posaune, Horn, Saxophon]
[Schlagzeug, Cajon]
[Piano, Theorie]
[Saxophon]
[Bass, Studio, Aufnahmetechnik, Beschallung]
[Gesang, Stimmbildung, Chor]
[Geige, Blockflöte]
[Piano]
Marc Küsters - born in 1973 - received early professional instruction in rudimental drumming and classical drums, followed by drum set, percussion, timpani, vibraphone, marimba and piano. After studying music, Marc took his final exams in Utrecht (NL) in 1997.
Since then he has played in various bands, including as a bandleader, drummer and composer: Twosh, Sub-Rosa (Latin) Nachbars Lumpi (Soul-Funk), Chung Quartett (Jazz), Skinnybold (Rock), Hansen Tomas (Pop-NL), Cold Sweat (Soul), Under Cover (Cover), Mama Guela (Salsa/Samba/Reggae/Latin-Jazz), Lyrebirdz (Pop-Cover)...
He also arranges and produces music and advertising music for other artists and clients in his recording studio. Since 1999, Marc has been running the Kleve-Kellen music school (formerly "rhythm & groove factory") in Kleve on the Lower Rhine, which currently has over 400 students.
He also teaches young drummers, latecomers, aspiring music students and entire drum groups. In 2010, he developed his own free-floating drums and drum sets with utility model protection under the name MKdrums, which also found favor in the drumming scene.
Since 2013, Marc has been developing not only teaching and practice apps for smartphones and tablets with Prof. José Cortijo under the name “rhythmtoolsfactory”, but also composes and produces playalongs for Latin music, percussion, drums and cajon.
In 2018, Marc and José founded the percussion duo “#percussionways”.
Matthias Knorr was born in Emmerich in 1989 and found his way behind the drums at the age of 3. It quickly became clear that this instrument would become his calling.
That’s why he received his first professional lessons in 1994.
With Marc Küsters in Kleve he learned a variety of musical styles and techniques and quickly expanded his repertoire on the drum set.
In 2006, Matthias began studying drums and percussion with René Creemers, Joop van Erven & André Groen at the conservatory in Arnhem (NL). Until then, he had already played in various jazz and pop formations - including the "Jugend Jazz Orchester NRW", with which he traveled around the world between 2006 and 2010 (Estonia, Southeast Asia, Israel, Malta and China).
In 2010, he finished his studies as the youngest graduate (at the age of only 20) and began working as a professional musician and drum teacher. Matthias continued to refine his instrument with Dave Weckl, Horacio "El Negro" Hernandez, Prof. José Cortijo, and Hans Dekker (WDR BigBand).
He is currently working as a drummer in various bands and projects - such as NDR Bigband, Tini Thomsen Max Sax, Smoking Wolf, Groovation, Philipp Sauer Quartett, Trio GMC and many more.
Further information & performance videos can be found here:
www.youtube.com/matthiasknorrmusic
Caetano Ruin: was born in Cologne in 2000 and is a percussionist, pianist and composer.
He has been playing congas since he was 6 years old. He is currently studying Latin percussion with Prof. André Groen at the Music Conservatory in Arnhem (ArtEZ) where he plays in many ensembles with different genres such as Latin, Afro Beat, Fusion, Brazilian music, Funk, Pop.
He was also a member of bands such as X Vision or Clap Club, Pelodum (a samba troupe), PADI Orchestra (a world music ensemble), Heimat Musik Ensemble Bochum (an oriental ensemble), Salsabor (a salsa big band).
Before he came to the university, Caetano took classical piano lessons at the music school in Bochum and later continued his education in the areas of jazz and pop. He is currently writing his own compositions and arrangements for his own project called "Ruin Quartett" and his duo called NAÉ with a singer.
He offers lessons for congas, bongos, timbales, cajon, hand percussion, Brazilian percussion and piano.
Ruin Quartet: https://www.youtube.com/@caetanoruin4498
Léonie Bertram (*2002)
Ever since I started composing on the piano at the age of 11, the desire to do something with music has never left me.
After singing in school and chamber choirs for a long time, I started some choir projects myself and finally decided to study film music.
I completed the one-year preparatory course for film music and production at the Musicube Academy in Bonn and began my studies in composition for film and theater at the ArtEZ Conservatory in Arnhem.
My wish is to share my enthusiasm for music in various areas! Whether on the piano, through my voice, or with digital instruments from the computer - music is simply fun!
https://soundcloud.com/leonie-lara
Jörg Bruckschen
I have been teaching guitar (acoustic and electric) at the Kleve-Kellen music school since 2003 for all ages from 6 years old.
After successfully completing my studies at the Munich Guitar Institute (MGI), I became a professional and have since taught at various regional music schools, as well as privately.
At the same time, I was able to gain a lot of experience in national bands (cover and original) in the recording studio, on stage and in front of the camera both at home and abroad.
Musically, diversity is key for me. Accordingly, I feel at home in all popular music styles with a subtle penchant for anything rock-related.
I look forward to welcoming you to a trial lesson soon so that I can share with you the joy of music that has fascinated me since my beginnings.
Savvas Anastasiou
is a guitarist, composer and music teacher from Cyprus. He has been living in Arnhem for 6 years, where he completed his Bachelor's and Master's degrees at the Artez Conservatory.
He currently teaches at music schools in the Netherlands and Germany as well as at the Artez Conservatory in Arnhem.
Savvas' music is influenced by various musical styles such as jazz, rock, blues and ethno.
Savvas can teach in English, Dutch and Greek.
Frank Matenaar received his first drum lessons at the age of 6 at the Kleve District Music School, learning not only the drum set but also classical percussion instruments and timpani from Prof. Stephan Froleyks, among others.
Later he received preparatory lessons on drum set, theory, ear training, pedagogy, didactics etc. from Marc Küsters at the rhythm & groove factory, school for jazz and popular music in Kleve.
Frank is, among other things, a lecturer at the Kleve-Kellen music school for drum set and cajon (since 2001) and, in addition to his engagements in gospel choirs and church projects, plays and tours in various local and national bands, e.g. Freaky Liquor Bottle, Impact, Jeffrey's Store etc.
currently: Vibravoid (Düsseldorf), Lärmeffekt, One Trick Pony
He can be heard with the bands and projects on numerous CDs and vinyl releases.
A versatile musician and artist, Steve Chadwick has continued his musical journey from England to London to Sweden and finally to Kleve, Germany. With a unique musical vision and an impressive repertoire, he has quickly established himself in the region.
Born in the North West of England, Steve studied music in Manchester. He is not only a gifted trumpet player, but also an artist with a keen awareness of his musical journey. He has created solo projects such as "Half man, half trumpet" and "Proof the pudding", which are influenced by jazz, improvisation and technique. His performances are fascinating experiences that transport the audience into a world of sounds and emotions.
After years in London and Sweden, the Chadwick family has now found their home in Kleve. Steve has already begun to enrich the local music scene and teaches trumpet, trombone and various exciting wind instruments at the Kleve-Kellen music school.
Mikula Schulz
has gone from being a student at the district music school and later R&G to being a teacher at the MuKl. His musical career is characterized by a wide variety of styles (rock, jazz, pop, classical and improvisation) and a wide variety of keyboard instruments (piano, electric piano, synthesizer and organ), as well as a great interest in the theory and practice of experimental music. With the Jazz&Pop -piano- degree at the ArtEZ University in the Netherlands, he was able to delve deeper into the individual musical styles and focused primarily on his own improvisation and preparation techniques.
He is currently playing with qpiavis (modern jazz) and Haare Schneiden (electro improv) and is working on his new solo EP. You can find more information here: http://miqla.de
Maya Kehren
“Singing is more than just singing notes at the right time.
Singing is joy, healing, language and personal development.”
This is the motto of the singing lessons of Maya Kehren, jazz and pop singer
from Kleve.
Maya studied jazz and pop at the ArtEZ conservatory in Arnhem and can regularly be found on stages in the Cologne area and in the Kleve district.
As a singer and as a singing teacher, she meets people where they are and
invites you on a journey into the themes of singing, breathing, language and expression.
Singing and breathing techniques are taught in Maya’s classes as well as the interpretation
and stage presence.
You can hear and see Maya with various jazz, pop and soul formations. Among others:
Cologne Drum Armada
Little Planet Band
Sol Session Band (Sol Culture Bar)
Scala Jazzband and Friends
2Close (Maya Kehren and Oliver Nepper)
MAYA (Maya Kehren and Marc Küsters)
Superband 22
European Jazz Band
Anima van Malssen
Beethoven already said: Playing a wrong note is unimportant, but playing without passion is unforgivable. I follow this principle both in my own music making and in teaching.
After studying art history, musicology and German literature in Munich, I completed a master's degree in classical violin in the Netherlands. As a violinist, I am primarily interested in classical music, across the entire spectrum of possible ensembles - from duo to symphony orchestra. But I also regularly venture into film and folk music.
When teaching, the age or ability of the student is secondary to me. What counts is the will to learn and the joy of making music. Whether you are a complete beginner for whom the attraction of sound is stronger than the deterrence of all technical difficulties, or whether you have been playing music for years and know that you are never too old to learn - my aim is to open each student's eyes to the finer points of playing the violin in accordance with their abilities. Because, as I myself discover every day, discovering all facets of playing the violin is a process that can always be continued, but never completed.