Description

Immerse yourself in a diverse percussion experience this summer at WCM! Build on your snare drum, drum set, and mallet instrument techniques, and discover a new palette of captivating sounds. Core classes include drum set and rhythm theory, mallets and melodic theory, and small group percussion ensembles coached by WCM teaching artis. During afternoon rotations, students will explore West African, Afro-Caribbean, Indian-Carnatic, and Brazilian samba percussion styles. The camp will conclude with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.
For students entering grades 6-12 in Fall 2025. Graduating seniors are welcome and encouraged to register!
Students are required to have 1 year of band or percussion lesson experience. Basic not reading skills required. Students will need to bring:

• drumsticks
• a practice pad
• pencil
• water bottle
• lunch/snacks
• Optional: mallets, brushes, and/or stick bag (if owned)

Activity Sub-Category

Jazz and Contemporary Music

Location

McIntosh|Goodrich Mansion

Instructor

Mitchell Shiner
Benjamin Haimann