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PAS Hall of Fame 2026 Inductees AnnouncementWe are thrilled to announce the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame Class of 2026. This year, we celebrate six extraordinary individuals whose contributions have fundamentally shaped the percussive arts. This cohort represents a breadth of influence from the heights of orchestral innovation and jazz mastery to the frontiers of contemporary composition and world percussion….
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Industry News — May 2026BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSICJacob Collier, Jill Scott, and Vinnie Colaiuta to Receive Honorary Doctorates at Berklee College of Music’s 2026 CommencementBerklee College of Music will present honorary Doctor of Music degrees to Grammy-winning artists Jacob Collier, Jill Scott, and Vinnie Colaiuta ’75 at its 2026 commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9, at 10 a.m. at…
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Percussive Arts Society to carry on the legacy of the Percussion Marketing Council (PMC)Indianapolis, IN — Thursday, April 23, 2026: The Percussion Marketing Council (PMC), the non-profit trade association dedicated to promoting drumming and percussion, announced today that its Board of Directors has voted to officially dissolve the organization. In a simultaneous and unanimous decision, the Percussive Arts Society (PAS) has been selected to inherit the PMC’s assets…
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Industry News — April 2026DrumIsland Festival April 24-26, 2026Presenting a combination of contests, clinics and concerts, DrumIsland Fest (@drumislandfest) has announced that the 4thannual edition of the popular drum festival will take place in Kyiv, Ukraine from April 24-26. 2026. The event brings together drummers, educators and industry representatives for a weekend that celebrates the enthusiasm, vitality and solidarity of…
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Industry News — March 2026BLACK SWAMP PERCUSSIONBlack Swamp Percussion is excited to announce that submissions are officially open for the 2026 Solo & Ensemble Showcase. This premier digital competition invites high school and college percussionists from across the United States to showcase their talent, compete for world-class instruments, and receive professional feedback. The Showcase carries a rich history of…
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Industry News — February 2026BLACK SWAMP PERCUSSIONBlack Swamp Percussion Announces “Percussion 101,” a Definitive Educational Series for the Modern PercussionistBlack Swamp Percussion is proud to announce the launch of Percussion 101, an expansive new video education series designed to standardize and elevate concert percussion pedagogy. Created as a comprehensive guide for band directors, students, and percussion professionals, the series…
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2026 PAS Board of Advisors AnnouncementCongratulations to all of our returning and newly elected members of the prestigious PAS Board of Advisors. The PAS Board of Advisors are elected by their peers to work with the PAS Board of Directors and staff on the overall vision of PAS. They serve incredibly important roles, often acting as ambassadors for PAS by…
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Product Showcase – January 2026BLACK SWAMP PERCUSSIONBlack Swamp Percussion Expands Overture Line with New Professional-Grade SlapstickBlack Swamp Percussion is proud to announce the latest addition to its budget-friendly Overture series: the Overture Slapstick (Model: OV-SS). Designed to deliver professional-level construction and a consistent, iconic whip-crack sound, this instrument is now available through favorite percussion retailers worldwide. The Overture line…
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Italy Percussion Competitions – 2025Italy PAS Celebrates a Successful 2025 with Three Major EventsThe Italy Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society (Italy PAS) had a prolific year in 2025, organizing three distinct events. Prizes were awarded for the 22nd edition of the Italy Percussion Competition (for soloists and composers), the 9th edition of the Percussion Arts Web Contest (ranging from Duo to Ensemble),…
