There’s always exciting things going on in the Percussion World!
Below you will find a collection of past and future events, concerts, masterclasses, and more! If you have any photographs that you would like to add to these articles, feel free to send me an email or provide a downloadable link to the contact page.
Illinois Day of percussion
I had the good fortune to be a guest artist at the Illinois Day of Percussion. Highlights of the event included judging a student mock audition & presenting a clinic based on the audition. Also,
Boston Conservatory Percussion Happenings
First was the Percussion Studio Recital featuring the Music of Nexus. This concert evolved as I was working with several of my students picking SD solos. I ended up suggesting 3 different pieces from the
PASIC 2013 – Indianapolis
Every year, the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) is an amazing event for many reasons. Not only is PASIC about percussion, but it’s about people. Connecting and reconnecting - I just love PASIC because
Boston Symphony Percussionists – Kyle Brightwell and Matt McKay in clinic – “BSO After the First Year”
The two newest members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra presented a clinic at Boston Conservatory titled “BSO after the First Year.” It was wonderful to hear these two percussionists talk about their experiences and challenges
The TROMP Competition Repertoire Days 2013 at Boston Conservatory
The Tromp Competition Repertoire Days took place at Boston Conservatory October 19 and 20th - Guests were Arnold Marinissen (the Netherlands, Tromp jury member), Mike Truesdell (USA, 2nd prize winner of the Tromp Competition in
Director of Percussion at the University of CT
I won the Director of Percussion Position at the University of CT beginning in the Fall of 2013. I will be teaching Percussion Ensemble and Percussion Lessons. Go Huskies!
Interlochen Adult Band Camp
Interlochen hosts an Adult Band Camp - which is an amazingly gratifying experience for some wonderful adult amateur percussionists! It was my pleasure to help them with both large ensemble/band and chamber music. For their
Interlochen Arts Camp 2013
The 2013 Interlochen Arts Camp was a great success! Just a few highlights of the summer orchestra included Hary Janos Suite, The Sorcerer’ss Apprentice, Capriccio Espagnol, Don Juan, Shostakovich 5th Symphony and MORE! Percussion Ensemble
James Moore Visited the Interlochen Arts Camp
James L. Moore visited the Interlochen Arts Camp to present a clinic and do a sight-reading session with the students. It was my first time meeting James and it was a pleasure to have him