30 reactions · 3 comments | Let's congratulate Prosper HS Percussion Ensemble (Prosper, TX) for placing 1st in the Ensemble division of our 2021 Percussion Ensemble Showcase!  The ensemble, directed by Michael Huestis & Shane Snyder, performed "Altered Gates" by Jim Casella. Fantastic! | Black Swamp Percussion | Facebook

8.2K views · 223 reactions | Pulse!!! | Pulse Percussion Ensemble | Facebook

What actually goes on at percussion ensemble concerts? Mostly drumming with occasional dancing of course!! Here’s @_nathan.herbert @james.owen7 @_aliciajeong @mikki_thomsen bringing the energy!! #dance #contemporary #music #percussion #drum #unimelb #concert #mcm #myriad | MCM Percussion Department

Composer, bassoon player, and Ensemble Connect alum Brad Balliett changes elements of music—like tempo, volume, and texture—to show how a single melody can be played differently to express the spirit of different activities. This exercise and thought process is one that musicians of any level can easily adapt and use in their own playing and teaching. Learn more about Brad and his work at bradballiett.net. For more on how music can inspire, educate, and connect people, check out our YouTube chan