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Esperanto Percussion ~ my sound universe

After learning vibraphone and marimba as a teenager, I gained experience in various rhythm traditions from around the world, such as Cuba, Brazil, West Africa, India and the Middle East. Since I don’t feel particularly committed to any one tradition, I mix all these influences with my individual ideas into my own vocabulary, which I call “Esperanto Percussion”.

Searching for my own sound has led to the creation of various unique hybrid percussion setups over the last 20 years. In all of these setups I combine unusual sound colors, custom-made instruments and self-invented percussion combinations and sound-enhancing devices (all acoustic).

From singer-songwriters to Americana and folk to blends of world music, jazz and early music, I play in many different bands and projects where authenticity, integrity and creativity drive the deep passion for music and the belief that music can truly contribute to change , healing and awareness.

Special Thanks

to all the instrument builders and companies. I could not have created my little sound universe over the years without you…  Read more

Special Thanks

to all the instrument builders and companies. I could not have created my little sound universe over the years without you…  Read more

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It was also a pleasure to listen to the timbres and subtle groove of Job Verweijen. He played an impressive array of instruments, including gong drum and udu.
– HNA Newspaper, January 2026
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Job Verweijen weaves dense spheres and creates unique soundscapes. A huge gong drum stands at the center of his set. Cup chimes and rattling elements breathe and dance around.
– HNA Newspaper, December 2025

Working with me

What are you waiting for? Let’s start the creative journey together and breathe life into your music with unique percussion tracks. I look forward to working with you to create the perfect rhythmic and sound coloring enhancement  to your songs. Contact me now and we will transform your musical visions into an unforgettable sound experience!

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Verweijen creates highly exciting soundscapes with his multi-layered percussion playing.
– HNA Newspaper, December 2018
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Job Verweijen's equipment was as dazzling, colorful, and versatile as a fairground booth.
– HNA Newspaper, December 2017