Register for the 2025 Day of Percussion here. Pre-registration is encouraged, but day of registration is also available.
Experience fantastic interactive workshops with our guest artists: Master Sgt. Matt Penland, U.S. Air Force Concert Band, Washington D.C. Dr. Melinda Leoce, Adams State University, Brazilian Percussion Workshop
9am Opening Concert Program
Liberty University Percussion Ensemble, Dr. Jay Ware, Director: Losa by Emmanuel Sejourne Danza Furioso by Jonathan Ovalle
Midlothian High School Percussion Ensemble, Chris Thomas, Director: Shaker Song by Jay Beckenstein, arr. Steve Popernack Wizards in Winter by Paul O'Neill, Robert Kinekl, arr. Brian Flack
Dr. Annie Stevens, Virginia Tech: Well Groomed by Viet Cuong
Virginia State University, Dr. Lamon Lawhorn, Director: Rhythmic Synchronization by Pawarisorn Assawachainarong Mayhem by Daniel Montoya, Jr.
3:15pm Closing Concert Program
Spectre Indoor Percussion, Ryan Scott, Director 2025 Show
High School All-Star Ensembles Ensemble Coaches: Dr. Karli Viña, Shenandoah Conservatory Dr. Jay Ware, Liberty University Year One by Kyle Peters Nalu by Francisco Perez Rainbow Bridge by Eric Sokolowski Flats by Eric Sokolowski
2025 Soloist Competition Winners
Master Sgt. Matt Penland Cycles by Matt Penland Number 28 by Penland
Liberty University Percussion Ensemble, Dr. Jay Ware, Director: Effugonetrom by Max Leth Watercolor Sun by Ivan Trevino
Dr. Melinda Leoce, Adams State University Brazilian Drumming Performance and Exhibition with attendees