This year’s joint MKE Percussion Festival and Wisconsin Percussive Arts Society Day of Percussion brings together percussionists of all ages for a weekend of educational and performance opportunities. Attendees will be able to learn from guest artists about a variety of topics, instruments, techniques, and musical styles related to percussion in addition to listening to, and participating in, performances and workshops. All events are designed to be accessible and inclusive to empower and inspire all participants on their percussive journey. 

Schedule of Events:

9 am – 12 pm - K-12 Solo & Ensemble Festival (register below)
9 – 9:50 am - Scottish Drumline - Celtics Nations
10 - 10:50 am - Brazilian Samba Drumming - Jorge Alabê
11 – 12:20 pm - Bach on the Wrong Instrument - Sean Kleve
12:30 – 1:20 pm - Successful Audition Preparation - David Pickar
12:30 – 1:20 pm - Jazz Drum Set - Devin Drobka
1:30 – 2:50 pm - Building Confidence with YOUR Interpretation - Gwendolyn Dease
3 – 3:50 pm - Dominican Republic Drumming and Traditions - Jean Carlo Ureña González
4 – 5 pm - Closing Showcase Concert

Location: Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts, Bader Hall and Virtual