Bandcoaching
Creating music by yourself is a joy, but joining forces to experience the rhythm and becoming part of something larger makes the music come alive. During our weekly rehearsals, we dive into perfecting our sound, attitude, arrangements, and, most
DJ Sico Vox
From Amsterdam club life to his own summer tour in Spain to the largest Dutch festivals: Sico Vox was there! With his nasty beats and energetic act, he leaves no dance floor unmoved. When Sico is not behind the turntables,
DJ-lessons
1, 2, 3, 4! The music is pumping up, a new beat flows into the music. How much fun is it to make sure the music doesn't stop and songs flow smoothly into each other? With a DJ set, you
ukelele
The ukulele is a string instrument belonging to the plucked lute family, subdivided into the guitar family. A ukulele generally has four nylon strings. The tuning is related to that of the guitar; the ratios are the same as the
cello
The cello The violoncello, also called cello for short, is actually a bass violin in a standing position. The instrument is so large that it can no longer be held under the chin: it is placed between the knees, with
harp
The harp is a string instrument, in which the strings are usually made to vibrate with the fingers. The harp is constructed like a figure 7, consisting of an elongated sound box and a straight or arched neck, between which
recorder
Recorder The recorder sounds very nice and it is an instrument that you can quickly get good results from. Playing this instrument can also be very satisfying, as you can go in many different directions with it. Recorder lessons The
violin
The violin is the highest sounding string instrument, and has four strings. There is also a viola; this is a little bit bigger than the violin and it sounds a little lower, you also hold it under your chin. We
Yocanto choir
Are you between 7 and 18 years old and do you have a passion for singing? Then Yocanto is the choir for you! What makes Yocanto unique? Theatrical Approach: Yocanto is not just about singing, but also about the
Guitar Ensemble
With the guitar ensemble led by Mieke Kooij you get the chance to play your guitar with others. In the ensemble lessons you will of course work on playing together, but also on presentation, sound and different styles of
Instrument Safari: Find Your Musical Match!
In this 16-part discover your instrument lesson series for children from groups 3 and 4, Kim Schimmel introduces you to the different types of instruments that are taught at Muziekschool Diemen. The teachers from Muziekschool Diemen will come by
guitar
The guitar lessons are designed so that everyone can learn to play the guitar at their own pace. Children from the age of 6 can start taking guitar lessons. The lessons are private or in groups of 2 or 3.
electric guitar
An electric guitar is a guitar that usually does not have a sound box but provides volume through an amplifier with a speaker. The vibrations of the steel strings are picked up by electromagnetic sensors (elements) consisting of magnets and
bass guitar
The bass guitar is a stringed instrument (usually four-string) used in many forms of modern non-classical music. The tuning is standard ’E – ‘A – D – G; like a double bass and similar to the lowest four strings of a guitar, but an octave lower.
percussion
Can't you sit still with your hands and feet? Do you like tapping on everything? Then you are definitely someone who wants to play percussion or drums. You can play percussion on various instruments including drums, but also djembe, cajon,
drums
Can't you sit still with your hands and feet? Do you like tapping on everything? Then drumming is for you! When learning to play the drums, you use all limbs. So you have to learn to move your hands and
singing
The voice is a special instrument, unlike all other instruments, the voice has been in use for a lifetime. The way one speaks and sings and the shape of the inside of the face in which the voice resonates and
Percussion Ensemble
The percussion ensemble was created because percussion and drum teacher Maarten Rongen wanted to present all percussion students as one large group during his annual recital evening. Maarten finds playing together - in addition to the individual lessons -
keyboard
The term Keyboard typically refers to a keyboard instrument that not only produces various sounds but also includes an accompaniment system on board that is controlled via chords. These ‘arranger keyboards’ provide the possibility of using automatic accompaniment in various
flute
The flute, as the name suggests, is played by blowing across the lips; the airflow from the mouth is perpendicular to the instrument’s bore. The smaller and higher-pitched version is called the piccolo, while larger versions include the alto flute
clarinet
The clarinet consists of a more or less cylindrical hollow tube with holes, some of which are covered by the fingers, and others with a key. The holes covered by the fingers often have a ring (called a “bril”), which
tuba/french horn
The tuba is the name for several brass wind instruments in the bass register. Instruments classified under the tuba family include the euphonium (sometimes called a tenor tuba) and the (bass) tubas (tuned in F, E♭, C, or B♭). In
String Ensemble
Discover the Harmony of Strings with the String Ensemble, a vibrant community of music enthusiasts brought to life in 2020 by the talented violinist and teacher, Gabrielle Butler. Our ensemble is a tapestry of violin
piano
The piano: A symphony of versatility! It’s the Swiss Army knife of instruments, fitting into nearly every music genre with ease, be it a soulful solo or as the backbone of accompaniment. From grand to upright, from acoustic to electric,
Kim White
After completing her studies with Maarten Veeze at the Alkmaar Conservatory, Kim worked as a freelance violinist for several years, specializing in early music. She studied baroque violin and viola with Francois Fernandez and Sophie Gent, and attended masterclasses with
Kim Schimmel
Kim Schimmel graduated in 2016 graduated from the Royal Conservatory in The Hague with a degree in Music Teaching. She has been teaching students for ten years, mostly between the ages of 4 and 12. She says herself: "Conveying my
Mariavi Molina
Mariavi Molina (1994 Málaga, Spain) is a pianist described as 'a unique musical personality with a colorful and moving sound'. She started playing the piano when she was 5 years old. She completed her bachelor's degree in classical music in
Serge Makarchev
Serge Makarchev is a versatile musician and music teacher. He has his roots in Russia, where he mastered piano, clarinet and saxophone. At the age of twenty he obtained his diploma in classical clarinet. He then graduated in jazz saxophone
Mkhitar Ghazaryan
Mkhitar Ghazaryan is a classical pianist and composer. As a graduate in classical piano, he has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in composition, improvisation, ear training, pop, and jazz over the years. He loves teaching and enjoys working with all
Els Hermanides
Els Hermanides is responsible for offering music education at several primary schools within Diemen; at Octopus, Het Atelier, De Kersenboom, and Noorderbreedte, she provides project-based music lessons, and as a ‘Meer Met Muziek’ teacher, she has been the specialist music
Hugo Zuiker
My name is Hugo Zuiker, I graduated as a bass player from the Amsterdam Conservatory in 2020. I am the bassist for la loye and Sam & Julia, among others, I am a serving musician but I always look to
Dennis van der Wijk
Within the framework of ‘Meer met Muziek’ for Music School Diemen, Dennis provides music lessons at the Noorderbreedte primary school. He teaches music to all groups, with a strong emphasis on singing. The children’s enthusiasm inspires him to continually elevate
Bence Huszar
I am a cellist of Hungarian descent, a descendant from a distinguished family of musicians. I began studying the cello at the age of six and have since dedicated myself to the instrument. Over the years, I have studied with
Mieke Kooij
Mieke Kooij studied classical guitar at the Sweelinck Conservatory in Amsterdam (SCA) under Lex Eisenhardt and attended masterclasses with Roberto Aussel, Pavel Steidl, Carlo Domeniconi, Stefan Hackl, and Alvaro Pierri. She forms a vocal-guitar duo with mezzo-soprano Eveline Juten, specializing
Alice Allegri Rodríguez
Alice began playing the flute at the age of eight at the local music school in her village in Málaga, Spain. After winning several awards in Spain, she moved to Amsterdam to begin her undergraduate studies at the Amsterdam Conservatory
Anna Kramer
Anna B. Kramer was born in Zurich. She first studied at the Scuola Teatro Dimitri and then studied theater with Roy Bosier, Stephan Teuwissen and Paul Lohr of the Theater Academy in Zurich. M.Yemen Dzakis and Gabriela Fritschi took care
Juan Sebastián Blanco
After starting his musical studies at an early age, and giving concerts since his 4 years old, Juan Blanco has worked with music and sound his whole life, with an emphazise in classical music, theory and Harp performance. After debuting
Maarten Rongen
Maarten Rongen studied at the Amsterdam Conservatory with Jan Pustjens (solo percussionist) and Jan Labordus (solo timpanist) of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, and for drums with Ton Rooyers. During his percussion studies, he attended various masterclasses and workshops for marimba
Judith Sijp
Judith Sijp studied cello, vocals, and school music at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague and has completed the accredited postgraduate "Muziek op Schoot" (Toddlers Music) program. She has performed domestically and internationally with groups such as Flairck, the Stips
Gabriëlle Butler
Gabrielle Butler studied at the Conservatory of Enschede DM (bachelor degree) under Jaap van Zweden, and at the Conservatory of Utrecht UM (master degree) under violin pedagogue Viktor Liberman. During her studies, Gabrielle frequently taught violin lessons and played as
Hurvy Howard
Hurvy Howard has been appointed as a brass instructor at Music School Diemen since 1997. He studied at the Hilversum Conservatory, majoring in HaFaBra conducting and minoring in choir conducting. He graduated his bachelor degree in 1993. Hurvy Howard has
Preschoolers Musical Adventures (group 1 and 2)
Our teacher Kim Schimmel makes a start with musical education in the course Preschoolers Musical Adventures. Musical contrasts such as high/low & loud/soft are discussed in the cheerful and varied lessons. We will sing, play instruments, dance and move
Toddler Music (8 months – 4 years)
With this course for (grand)parent/caregiver and child (8 months-4 years) you will do your child and yourself a great favour! The fun lessons will soon become precious weekly moments in which you see your child enjoying and learning in
Music Orientation (Group 3 and 4)
Kim Schimmel gives varied courses in which children lay a valuable foundation for their further musical development. Music Orientation is mainly aimed at the very beginning and everyone from group 3 and 4. Music theoretical subjects such as notation,
trombone/trumpet
The trombone is a brass instrument renowned for its sharp and dynamic sound. Deriving its name from the Italian word “tromba” with the suffix “one,” it translates to “large trumpet.” Commonly referred to as a “slide trumpet” in colloquial terms,
saxophone
The saxophone’s elegant design has its unique place in the woodwind family, offering a warm, versatile tone that enriches any musical composition. Adolphe Sax, the inventor of the sax, inspired musicians around the world to chose for this instrument. The
Junior String Ensemble
Discover the joy of making music together in our Junior String Ensemble! What We Offer: Play Together: Join fellow beginners in playing beautiful music. Memorize and Perform: Learn to play from memory and captivate your audience. Explore Genres: Dive
