Studying at a college that offers you all those musical styles, as well as a complete practical music education, is the best way for you to turn your playing into a career. Percussion is versatile and expressive, and can be effective in any musical style. We also know the place percussion holds in today's music world, from the traditional drum set role to MIDI controllers, from mallet techniques to the influx of world music. Watch Berklee Percussion Department faculty and students perform in a variety of styles: We encourage you to experiment with other styles that interest you so that you can challenge yourself and improve your skills.
Watch this video about studying percussion at Berklee:Īt Berklee, you will find your own voice and develop your own style. Learn more about our alumni and their careers. They came to Berklee because of who we are: the world's largest independent music school and the premier institution for the study of today's music. Many of today's most successful percussion players began their careers at Berklee, including Cindy Blackman, Gary Burton, Will Calhoun, Tommy Campbell, Terri Lyne Carrington, Vinnie Colaiuta, Joey Kramer, Mike Portnoy, John "J.R." Robinson, Marvin "Smitty" Smith, Steve Smith, and Antonio Sanchez. Regardless of which major you choose, percussion principals can study with faculty who specialize in each of these disciplines, explore courses designed to enhance your abilities, and take advantage of abundant playing opportunities. Orchestral Percussion-snare drum, mallet percussion, timpani, hand percussion, multiple percussion, and drum set technique.Hand Percussion-Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, Middle Eastern/North African, and West African styles stick drums (timbales, drum set, etc.), hand drums, and all accessory percussion instruments.We provide individualized instruction for the following instruments:
The Percussion Department at Berklee offers the most comprehensive percussion education you'll find anywhere.
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