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Percussion Ensemble Festival

University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble Festival

April 26, 2025

The 5th Annual Percussion Ensemble Festival presents an exciting and enriching event for high school percussionists and enthusiasts. Bringing together talented individuals and esteemed professionals to celebrate percussion music and provide educational opportunities, the festival features high school solo and ensemble performances.
 
During the Percussion Ensemble Festival, the participating percussion ensembles can work closely with guest clinicians in a masterclass setting. This format allows the ensembles to receive personalized feedback, guidance and instruction from these experienced percussionists. In addition, the clinicians and Dr. Bill Shaltis, assistant professor of percussion, will share their expertise, offer tips and advice, and discuss important topics related to percussion performance. 
 
The event culminates with a special University of Memphis Percussion Group concert in the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center. 
 

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Schedule

8:30 AM: Check-In
9:00 – Welcome and Dr. Bill Shaltis, clinic
10:00 – Lakeland Prep MS 1
10:20 – Lakeland Prep MS 2
10:40 – Lakeland  Prep HS
11:00 – Break
11:15 – James Sexton, drum set clinic
12:00 – Bon Lin MS
12:20 – Bartlett HS 1
12:40 – Bartlett HS 2
1:00 – Lunch Break
1:30 – University of Memphis Percussion Group Performance
2:30 – Dr. Brad Meyer, clinic
3:15 – Break
3:30 – Appling MS
3:50 – White Station HS
4:10 – Brighton HS
4:30 – Houston HS
5:00 – Event Ends


Guest Clinicians

Dr. Brad Meyer Bill Shaltis  
Dr. Brad Meyer
Stephen F. Austin State University
Dr. William Shaltis
University of Memphis
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