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live loop sampling

Using a mixture of electronic sampling equipment and a range of percussion instruments, this is a unique 'solo' percussion performance. Percussion grooves are played, sampled live & played back into the mix while more layers are added, building up to highly rhythmical multi layered multi percussion grooves which are used as a base for improvisation on tabla, daf, darrabouka, djembe, vocal percussion and more.

Hear audio samples of Jons live percussion loop sampling here

See video clips from performances here

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taaliqa

Taaliqa multi instrumental duo draw on a range of musical influences including traditions from North Africa, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent to create a unique soundworld of ever changing textures, tonal subtleties and exciting rhythms.

Taaliqa take their audience on a musical journey through intricate compositions & virtuosic improvisation, balancing and contrasting fiery percussion with meandering microtonal melodies.

Visit the Taaliqa website for more info & to hear mp3 music samples: www.taaliqa.co.uk

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Indian classical music

Jon also performs Indian Classical music, often with Ricky Romain playing Sitar. More Info & audio samples here

"The brilliant sitar of Ricky Romain in duet with Jon Sterckx's tabla wizardry was a first class example of musicians "playing off" each other, their evident joy never becoming indulgent, and never compromising the aims of the music." - Collin Sell 11.10.03

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tandj

Tim Jones & Jon Sterckx, offer evenings of musical rasalila - the play of colour and feeling evoked in both new and traditional arrangements South Indian Kirtanas and Bhajans. More info & audio samples here

"Tim and Jon perform South Indian music - contemporary and beautiful. Jon's tabla playing is the perfect accompaniment to Tim's passionate singing which traverses a huge range from the tender to the booming! Thoroughly enjoyable, they engage the audience and are a delight to be with. Well recommended."  - Ranju Roy, yoga teacher and Director of Association of Yoga Studies (2002-06)

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dhani

Dhani create their unique blend of fusion with Indian music as the starting point of most of their work. Jazz, Raga, African and Middle Eastern grooves all find their way into the mix along with some extraordinarily beautiful song material. A strangely natural and highly accessible world-sound journey brought to life through the multi instrumental talents of Dhani.

Click here for more Dhani info & to hear mp3 music samples