Meet Lucas
Percussionist, Composer & Teacher
Percussion is fundamental for music across cultures all over the globe. Rhythm shapes the foundation of music, creating pulse that aligns all musicians. For many generations percussion traditions have been passed from teacher to student. Building a web for rhythmic structures and ideas.
I study the percussion traditions from the world with a focus on the eastern hemisphere. I incorporate it with western classical percussion, other disciplines, electronics and artistic spaces.
As artists we speak a language that is not understandable in words but in the heart. It is a language we feel. My performances are centred around this principle, that the audience leaves the hall, energised, inspired and motivated.
I feel grateful to share the extraordinary world of percussion with you, it has lit fire within my heart and I am more than excited to share this instrument to the world.
Traditions I play
Works & Innovations
A Broken Home
Artistic performance about the dual contrast of harmony and brokenness in the human psyche.
A Temple for the 21st Century
Concert build to slow down modern time. A place to escape our hectic world where time can stand still for once. Filled with percussion textures, loops and soundscapes.
PERSONA
Artistic concert around the concept of human connection. And how we are wearing masks that disrupts our ability to connect to the other authentically.
12 Buttons
Digital trigger system that created a button system that allowed the player to sent midi signals in real-time to Ableton. It was developed by Jasper Segers and I integrated it with mallet instruments.
Assertion of Vehemence
Percussion album from old compositions. It represents the start of my journey as a composer and maker.
Marimba Improvisations
My own style for improvising upon the marimba. Characterised by its story-like musical nature and volatile expression.
What I can offer
Private Lessons & Online Courses
As a teacher, I believe every student has their own way of learning. It’s essential for students to feel connected to their instrument and in control of their playing. My role is to support them, creating a space where we can work together to gradually develop their musicality. There is open space for experimentation and discovering one’s own artistry. I teach students from all ages, from beginners to advanced players.
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Instrumentalist & Recordings
I’m experienced in diverse group settings, including ensembles, orchestras, duo’s and artistic projects. I perform a wide variety of styles and percussions. I am comfortable in reading sheet music and improvisation and experimentation.
I also offer recording possibilities for the unique instruments I play.
Compositions
My compositions are distinguished by their strong groovy nature, filmic sound and rich textures. I write for percussion and percussion in combination with other instruments.
I write for both solo and ensemble setting.
Artistic Experiences
I try to move away from the “traditional” concert experience and working on developing concerts that are more broad than just music. Integrating other disciplines and media.
I search for the possibilities of making commercial experiences more artistic and in that way create opportunities for artists to present their intriguing work to the world.
