Percussive Arts Society

Rhythm! After Hours with Drumming Legend Kenny Aronoff Next Wednesday, September 18th

Welcome back to the Chops blog. This week, we wanted to let you know about a special event happening at the Rhythm! Discover Center in downtown Indy next week. Kenny Aronoff will be in town for a performance and Q&A session. Kenny is one of the most recorded drummers in rock history, and his resume is loaded with legendary recording artists. To be able to sit and ask a musician of this caliber a question or two in such a laid-back atmosphere is a chance that will not come very often. This event is 21 and over only, and the ticket price is $30. The price includes your admission into the museum and two free beers from great local brewery, Sun King (bonus!) To see the schedule for the evening, please go to rhythmdiscoverycenter.org/rhythm-after-hours. The time for this event is 6 pm – 9 pm. Kenny will begin his portion of the evening around 6:45 pm. To purchase your ticket for the event, please go to this link: https://rhythmdiscoverycenter.myshopify.com/products/after-hours I will be there, so I hope to see you there as well!

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Sep 10, 2019 No Comments

The Percussion Exchange – Presented By Zildjian and Vic Firth

The Percussion Exchange is a TED Talk style presentation that will feature lectures from four of today’s top artists and educators. Join us at this special event right here in Indy and hear how creativity, technology, innovation, and artistry impacts drumming and percussion education today. THE PRESENTERS: Steve Smith – Journey, Vital Information Steve Houghton – Indiana University Russ Miller – Studio, American Idol, Andrea Bocelli So Percussion – Groundbreaking, Award-winning, Percussion Ensemble WHEN: Sunday November 12, 2017 (The morning after PASIC) 9:30AM-11:30AM: Artist Presentations 11:30AM-12:30PM: Meet the Artists and Discuss their Presentations WHERE: JW Marriott 10 S. West St. Indianapolis, IN 46204 This event is free and open to the public. Spread the word! We look forward to seeing you there.

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Oct 24, 2017 No Comments

Performance Opportunities at PASIC

Welcome back to the Chops blog.  Today we would like to highlight some of the opportunities student percussionists have to perform in competitive events at PASIC.  With the convention being held right here in Indianapolis, it’s a great opportunity for Indiana schools, and schools from surrounding states, to give their students some incredible experiences!  Plus, by performing at PASIC, students receive a discounted rate on one-day and four-day badges!  Welcome back to the Chops blog.  Today we would like to highlight some of the opportunities student percussionists have to perform in competitive events at PASIC.  With the convention being held right here in Indianapolis, it’s a great opportunity for Indiana schools, and schools from surrounding states, to give their students some incredible experiences!  Plus, by performing at PASIC, students receive a discounted rate on one-day and four-day badges!

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Sep 19, 2017 1 Comment

April 2017 News at Chops

Compete in the PASIC17 Marching Festival & Concert Chamber Percussion Ensemble Competition Recognized as one of the premier marching percussion festivals in the country, the Percussive Arts Society’s annual Marching Percussion Festival is an excellent opportunity to be critiqued by some of the leading percussion specialists in the field of marching percussion today. Categories include:

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Apr 11, 2017 No Comments

2017 PAS Indiana Day Of Percussion

Hello everyone, I hope that you have all been enjoying your early Spring! The 2017 Indiana PAS Day of Percussion at DePauw University is coming up fast (Saturday, April 8th 2017), and I wanted to send out an update. Check out our updated website with more information about the DoP! http://community.pas.org/indiana/daysofpercussion I have also attached a flyer to this email that you can post and share with anyone who might be interested! Guest Clinicians This year we will be welcoming She-e Wu of Northwestern University, Brian Mason of Morehead State University, and local drum set artist Kenny Phelps.

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Feb 28, 2017 No Comments

Why You Should Attend PASIC 2016

Guest post today from Justin Ramirez – Percussive Arts Society Join us for #PASIC16! The Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) will be taking place in Indianapolis, IN in only a few short weeks, November 9-12! Reasons to Attend: Be inspired by watching the best drummers and percussionists from around the world! Hang with over 5,000 drummers and friends in the industry See and Play the latest drum and percussion gear in the Expo Hall! Meet your favorite artists and participate in hands-on workshops and masterclasses!

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Oct 25, 2016 No Comments
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