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Last Update: 3/29/2025

UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2025-2026

North Dakota State University (Fargo, ND) - Assistant Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 3/21/25
Review of applicants begins: 4/24/25
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied lessons and related courses & ensembles in percussion. Ancillary contributions are expected, and can include jazz studies, music education, music technology, online teaching, or ensemble direction
Minimum Qualifications: Earned doctorate in percussion performance (ABD will be considered for lecturer appointment); demonstrated excellence and achievement in percussion performance and teaching
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Seoul National University (Seoul, South Korea) - Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 3/21/25
Application deadline: 4/11/25
Please visit their website for position description and information on the application process

 

Peru State College (Peru, NE) - Music-Director of Instrumental Activities
Responsibilities include overseeing all instrumental activities, conducting the Concert Band, applied instruction (brass or percussion preferred), and teaching conducting. Additional courseload is anticipated based on departmental needs and applicant strengths.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduate degree in Conducting, or Performance/Music Education with a cognate in Conducting; experience conducting at the collegiate level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Southeastern Oklahoma State University (Durant, OK) - Assistant/Associate Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 3/11/25
Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons, conducting the percussion ensemble, assisting with the marching band, and teaching courses in a secondary area (i.e., jazz, music technology, general education courses)
Minimum Qualifications: ABD in Percussion Performance by 8/1/25 (completed DMA is preferred); 3 years teaching at the university level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Bethel University (Mishawaka, IN) - Adjunct Instructor of Music-Applied Percussion
Job posted: 2/21/25
Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons and leading studio class sessions
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Music Performance; minimum of 3 years experience teaching
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Appalachian State University (Boone, NC) - Band Staff, Percussion and Athletic Bands Instructor
Job posted: 2/19/25
Application closing date: 3/6/25
Responsibilities include attending all rehearsals, sectionals, and performances, maintenance of instruments, and managing social media for battery and front ensemble. Position also includes concert band responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree (preferred); 2+ years experience in marching band leadership at the university, DCI, or WGI levels; experience arranging for battery and/or front ensemble
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Louisville (Louisville, KY) - PT Lecturer of Percussion Methods
Job posted: 2/7/25
Application closing date: 3/11/2025
Responsibilities include teaching Percussion Methods to music education majors
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music or music education with a focus on percussion
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Arkansas-Forth Smith (Fort Smith, AR) - Assistant Professor, Music-Percussion
Job posted: 2/1/25
Deadline for full consideration: 2/28/25
Responsibilities include applied percussion lessons, directing the Percussion Ensemble, instructing the Percussion Methods class, and other duties as needed
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s in Music (Doctorate preferred); significant professional experience in various areas, including orchestral percussion, contemporary percussion, and drum set.
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Texas Tech University (Lubbock, TX) - Assistant Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 1/24/25
Application deadline: 3/1/2025
Specific responsibilities for the position are not listed in the posting.
Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate in percussion performance (or equivalent); evidence of successful teaching and high level performance; knowledge of percussion repair and maintenance; evidence of non-Western styles and/or marching is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Florida International University (Miami, FL) - Assistant Professor, Percussion
Job posted: 1/24/25
Review of applications begins on 2/23/25
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied percussion, teaching percussion techniques, and overseeing percussion inventory. Additional responsibilities may include coaching chamber music and teaching theory/history courses.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters in music (Doctorate preferred); record of successful teaching experience at the university level; evidence of high-quality performance and creative output
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Western Carolina University (Cullowhee, NC) - Assistant Director of Athletic Bands/Assistant Professor
Job posted: 1/23/25
Review of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities include facilitating the direction and organizations of the university athletic band program. Duties to be assigned based on applicant expertise and experience. Expertise as a percussion specialist is preferred, and the ability to teach percussion pedagogy is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree; at least three years experience teaching in band programs; proficiency in writing and arranging music and knowledge of Pyware Drill Design Software is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Sam Houston State University (Huntsville, TX) - Lecturer of Music (Teacher of Percussion/Music Concert Program Coordinator)
Job posted: 12/18/24
Responsibilities include directing and arranging for the Bearkat Marching Band Drumline, teaching applied, lessons, directing the percussion ensemble and steel band II, teaching percussion methods, and the creation of music performance programs.
Minimum Qualifications: Master in Music required (DMA preferred); successful record of teaching at the university level preferred; experience with program creation/formatting and/or InDesign preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, OH) - Associate Director, Bearcat Band
Job posted: 12/9/24
Primary responsibilities include assisting in the preparations of the Bearcat Bands, including Spirit, Concert, and Jazz Bands. Among other essential functions includes serving as head of Percussion Studies.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in music, along with 3+ years of work experience; additional qualifications include experience in ensembles with emphasis in Percussion
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Missouri State University (Springfield, MO) - Assistant Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 11/21/24
Consideration of applicants begins 1/12/25
Responsibilities include teaching applied percussion to undergraduate and graduate students, coordinating the percussion area, teaching percussion techniques, and other applicable duties
Minimum Qualifications: DMA in Percussion (ABD considered with degree completion by Jan ‘26); a record of excellence in teaching and student mentorship
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Northwestern State University (Natchitoches, LA) - Assistant Director of Bands and Instructor of Percussion
Job posted: 11/19/24
Review of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities include instructing/managing the marching band percussion section and assisting/collaborating with the Director of Athletic Bands, assisting with the NSU Summer Music Camps, and teaching based on candidate qualifications and departmental needs
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree (doctorate preferred); evidence of successful teaching experience at HS or collegiate level with marching bands, drum lines, and front ensembles
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

East Tennessee State University (Johnson City, TN) - Assistant Professor, Percussion
Job posted: 11/8/24
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied lessons, percussion ensemble, literature, pedagogy, and methods. Marching Band duties include front ensemble instruction.
Minimum Qualifications: DMA in Percussion Performance or equivalent degree (ABD considered, with completed degree by 11/15/25); experience as a teacher of percussion, success as a performer, and a proven record of scholarship/creative activity
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Temple College (Temple, TX) - Assistant Professor, Music
Job posted: 11/11/24
Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons in drumset and classical percussion and courses in American and/or World Music, and directing a large jazz ensemble
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in discipline; two years of directly related work experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Jacksonville State University (Jacksonville, AL) - Assistant Professor, Music (Percussion)
Job posted: 11/5/24
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied percussion, percussion studio, percussion ensemble, and class percussion.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in appropriate field (preference given to applicants with doctorates); strong record of creative activity and/or scholarly accomplishments
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Western Carolina University (Cullowhee, NC) - Assistant Professor of Music-Percussion
Job posted: 10/29/24
Review of applicants begins 12/1/24
Responsibilities include teaching weekly lessons for percussion majors and minors, weekly studio class, and chamber music coaching
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in percussion (doctorate preferred); a record of demonstrated excellence in percussion teaching and performance
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

California State University-Fullerton (Fullerton, CA) - Assistant Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 10/3/24
Application deadline: 12/9/24
Primary responsibilities include teaching applied percussion to undergraduate and graduate students and serving as coordinator of the percussion area (and all responsibilities included therein)
Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree; evidence of successful college-level teaching; interest in non-Western percussion traditions and practices preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Elon University (Elon, NC) - Assistant Professor of Music & Assistant Director of Bands
Job posted: 9/23/24
Review of applicants begins 11/1/24
Responsibilities include assisting the Director of Bands in the coordination and administration of the Band Program, directing ensembles, and coordinating the percussion area, which may include teaching percussion methods, percussion ensemble, applied percussion & drum set lessons, and general music teaching
Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate in a relevant field; a demonstrated record of excellence teaching at the collegiate level; experience directing ensembles
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2024-2025

Saint Anselm College (Manchester, NH) - Lecturer/Music Performance Instructor (Percussion)
Job posted: 12/16/24
Responsibilities include teaching applied percussion lessons, along with other duties as needed
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree and substantial performance experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Rowan University (Glassboro, NJ) - Adjunct Faculty, Percussion
Job posted: 12/10/24
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music; demonstrated excellence as a teacher of Percussion and significant experience as a performer
Please visit their website to apply online

 

Clayton State University (Morrow, GA) - Part-Time Instructor of Music-Percussion
Job posted: 12/10/24
Responsibilities include teaching applied percussion lessons in both classical and contemporary styles, teaching Percussion Methods, and recruitment of students
Minimum Qualifications: Earned master’s degree in Music; successful applied teaching in both classical and jazz styles; ability to teach other music courses is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Westchester Community College (Valhalla, NY) - Adjunct Faculty/Music Instructor-Percussion
Job posted: 11/22/24
Screening of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities include teaching private lessons in Percussion
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree and one year of practical experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Glenville State University (Glenville, WV) - Assistant Professor/Lecturer of Music
Job posted: 10/30/24
Screening of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities primarily include teaching courses in music technology, recording/archiving campus performances, and teaching in applied area (percussionists are encouraged to apply)
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music for lecturer rank, doctorate for assistant professor rank
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

DePauw University (Greencastle, IN) - PT Assistant Professor or Instructor of Music
Job posted: 9/24/24
Responsibilities include teaching percussion techniques for Spring 2025 semester
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree is required; background in music education
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Livingstone College (Salisbury, NC) - Adjunct Percussion Instructor
Job posted: 9/11/24
Responsibilities include teaching individual percussion lessons to music majors and band students in preparation for recitals, end-of-semester juries, and ensemble performances
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music (doctorate preferred); demonstrated ability to teach the full range of percussion instruments
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Illinois Central College (East Peoria, IL) - Music Adjunct-Percussion
Job posted: 8/13/24
Primary responsibilities include providing instruction in applied areas of study
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in music (Master’s degree preferred); previous teaching experience in higher education is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS FOR 2025-2026

Boise State University - GTA in Drumline
Position includes a full time tuition waiver (including non-resident), yearly stipend of $9,588, medical insurance coverage, and is renewable for a second year
Primary responsibilities include assisting with operations and teaching/rehearsing of the marching band & drumline. Other duties may be included based on departmental needs and applicant strengths & experience
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Kramer Milan

 

Bowling Green State University - GA in Percussion
Position to include partial to full tuition scholarships and a stipend from $6,000-10,800
Responsibilities include assisting in applied and small ensemble instruction, along with percussion methods and other duties as needed. This is a 1/4 position with 10-12 hrs/wk.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Dan Piccolo

 

Brigham Young University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a stipend up to $5,600/semester and a tuition scholarship of $2,500/semester
Responsibilities may include helping run the percussion studio, tech work with the BYU Cougar Drumline, teaching applied lessons, directing percussion ensemble, instrument and social media upkeep
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Prof. Matt Coleman

 

Cincinnati Conservatory of Music - TA in Percussion positions
Position includes single coverage health insurance, along with scholarships & assistantships with competitive stipends for qualified applicants
Responsibilities include teaching opportunities with the percussion ensemble, steel band, methods course, and the CCM Prep program, along with administrative duties in the percussion studio
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Adam Groh

 

East Texas A&M University - GA Positions in Percussion (2)
GA Option 1:
Includes a 2-year commitment with tuition remission up to 8 hrs/semester, out-of-state tuition waiver, access to health insurance, and annual stipend of $8,000
Responsibilities include assisting with the drumline & front ensemble, teaching non-major applied lessons, assisting with Percussion Methods, along with other duties.
GA Option 2:
Includes out-of-state tuition waiver and qualifying East Texas A&M scholarship, access to health insurance, and a $31,500 annual salary as a part-time professional
Responsibilities include serving as Percussion Director at Commerce ISD, which involves teaching drumline & front ensemble, beginning percussion classes, HS/MS Percussion Ensembles, along with other duties.
Please see the attached flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Brian Zator

 

Eastern Kentucky University - GA in Percussion (2-year position)
Position includes tuition waiver up to 8 hours plus a generous stipend
Responsibilities include teaching the EKU drumline, organizing equipment moves, serving as Wind Ensemble section leader, and general studio needs
Contact: Dr. Jason Koontz

 

Georgia State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a full tuition waiver (for 4 semesters) and an annual stipend of $4,000
Responsibilities are determined based on departmental needs and the strengths of the applicant
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Stuart Gerber or Dr. Kellen King

 

Illinois State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a salary of $755/month
Responsibilities include music minor/overload instruction, assisting with Percussion Techniques Class and Master Class, assisting with the ISU Big Red Marching Machine Drum Line, coaching Percussion Ensemble, and other duties as assigned
Contact: Dr. David Collier

 

Indiana University - Associate Instructor Assistantship in Percussion (MM, PD, or DM students eligible)
Position includes a full tuition waiver, health insurance, fee remission, and an annual stipend of $17,000 (15 hrs/wk)
Responsibilities may include: teaching non-major applied lessons, Percussion Methods, assisting w/ administrative duties, section leader for the Concert Band, leading first-year seminar sessions, acting as liaison with the Composition Dept., logistical support for the Percussion Ensemble, or other duties as assigned by the faculty
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Prof. Joseph Gramley

 

Lamar University - Graduate Assistantship in Percussion
All tuition costs and fees are covered, and the position comes with a $10,000 stipend over the academic year (9 months)
Responsibilities include teaching battery and/or front ensemble for the marching, assisting with inventory/logistics, and assisting with the university band program. Other opportunities may apply.
Please see their website for additional audition information | Contact: Dr. Reese Maultsby

 

Northern Arizona University (Flagstaff, AZ) - GTA in Percussion
Position includes a tuition waiver and $7,500 stipend
Responsibilities include serving as teaching assistant in the percussion studio, percussion ensemble, and technique courses
Deadline to apply: 2/15/25
Please visit their website to apply | Contact: Dr. Abby Fisher

 

Northern Illinois University (DeKalb, IL) - GA in Percussion
Position includes a tuition waiver and stipend
Responsibilities include assisting with percussion ensemble, teaching percussion methods and secondary percussion students, and instrument maintenance & inventory
Please see this flyer and this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Gregory Beyer

 

Oakland University - Graduate Assistantship in Music (Percussion)
Position includes a full tuition waiver (8 credits/semester) and an annual stipend of $10,000
Responsibilities are tailored to applicant strengths and departmental needs (20 hrs/week). This may include assisting with large ensembles, jazz ensembles, percussion ensembles, athletic bands, and community-driven music service.
Applicants should email Dr. Tian Tian to request an Assistantship Application
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Justin Lamb and/or Prof. Mark Stone

 

The Ohio State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a full tuition waiver and a competitive stipend
Responsibilities include teaching percussion methods, applied teaching (non-major/secondary), coaching percussion ensemble, equipment monitoring, and general administrative assistance to percussion faculty
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Susan Powell

 

Oklahoma City University - GA in Percussion (2 openings)
Position includes tuition remission and comes with a stipend
Responsibilities may include directing the Blue Star Steel Band, managing and maintaining instruments, coaching/conducting Percussion Ensemble, social media marketing, and other duties based on the strengths of the applicant
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Tommy Dobbs

 

Pennsylvania State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a competitive tuition remission and financial packages available
Responsibilities may include teaching minors and non-majors, percussion methods, ensemble participation, studio organizational support, and instrument maintenance
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Lee Hinkle

 

Radford University - GA in Percussion
Position includes full tuition remission and potential for out-of-state tuition waiver, along with a generous stipend
Responsibilities may include assisting with percussion ensemble, daily operation of the percussion program, and other duties as assigned
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Prof. Will Newton

 

Sam Houston State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes in- and out-of-state tuition waiver, a stipend (plus health benefits), and the possibility of scholarship funds for qualified applicants
Responsibilities include teaching percussion methods course, managing equipment/logistics, teaching non-major applied lessons, assisting with the Marching Band Drumline, and directing the SHSU Steel Band
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. John Lane

 

Stephen F. Austin State University - Graduate Assistantship in Percussion
Position consists of a $12,500 stipend for the nine months
Responsibilities will include instructing the drumline and front ensemble of the Lumberjack Marching Band, and may include other assignments
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Brad Meyer

 

Texas Christian University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a tuition waiver and annual stipend ($10K - MM; $14K - DMA)
Responsibilities include assisting with the percussion ensemble, steel band, marching drumline, private lessons, techniques course, equipment and library upkeep, among others
Please see this image for additional information | Contact: Dr. Brian West

 

University of Arizona - Various TA positions
Positions include a tuition waiver and competitive monthly stipend with health insurance benefits
Responsibilities may include assisting with technology, percussion methods, or general duties within the percussion department and the School of Music
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Morris Palter

 

University of Central Florida - GA in Percussion
Position includes full tuition remission & $12,500 annual renewable stipend
Responsibilities may include assisting with the comprehensive UCF Bands program, instruction & administration of the UCF Marching Knights, assisting/teaching the Percussion Techniques course and other academic courses
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Thad Anderson

 

University of Colorado - GA position in Percussion
Details and responsibilities of position unknown
Please contact Dr. Doug Walter for more information

 

University of Delaware - GA positions in Percussion
The percussion studio has three positions available - 2 Graduate Percussion Group Fellowships and 1 Marching Percussion position
GPG positions include full tuition remission and a $12,500/yr stipend. Responsibilities include participation in the GPG
Marching TA includes full tuition remission and a $24,500/yr stipend. Responsibilities include working with the Marching Band drumline
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Gene Koshinski

 

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - TA positions in Percussion / Swanson Percussion Fellowship (anticipated)
Positions include tuition waivers, health insurance, and an annual stipend
TA responsibilities may include teaching Percussion Methods, non-major lessons, and providing logistical support for instruments.
Fellowship recipients do not have teaching or logistical responsibilities
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Josh Graham

 

University of Missouri - GTA in Percussion Drumline (0.5 FTE)
Position includes a tuition waiver for residents and non-residents, full health insurance coverage, and an annual anticipated stipend of $17,300
Responsibilities may include teaching and providing support to the Marching Mizzou Drumline including drumline and band camps, rehearsals, and game day support
Please visit this website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Megan Arns

 

University of North Carolina-Greensboro - GA in Percussion
Position includes a possible tuition waiver, and a starting stipend of $7,500 (Masters) and $12,000 (DMA)
Responsibilities may include applied instruction, teaching percussion methods, and assisting with percussion ensemble
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Eric Willie

 

University of Tennessee - GTA in Percussion
Position includes a tuition waiver, medical coverage, and a stipend of up to $10,761
Duties include teaching applied percussion, supporting the percussion methods course, and assisting with coaching percussion ensemble and studio administration
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Andrew Bliss

 

University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley - GA in Percussion
Position includes an annual anticipated stipend of $11,500 and an in-state tuition adjustment for out-of-state students
Responsibilities include assisting with the administration and instruction of Athletic Bands percussion, coaching percussion ensemble, managing inventory and maintenance, and other duties as assigned
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Mark Ramirez and Dr. Francis Favis

 

University of Utah - GTA in Percussion
Position includes a full tuition waiver, health coverage through the University, and an annual stipend of $20,000 (20 hrs work)
Responsibilities (based on expertise and professional goals of applicant) include assisting with the Utah Marching Band/Drumline (including arranging opportunities), assisting with Percussion Methods, private applied teaching, and coaching/conducting opportunities
Please visit this website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Michael Sammons

 

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee - Percussion Teaching Assistantship
Position includes a full tuition waiver and an annual stipend of $9,500
Responsibilities will include assisting in the direction of the Percussion Ensemble and Steel PANthers Band, directing percussion for the Youth Wind Ensemble, and maintenance/logistic support
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Alex Wier

 

Valdosta State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a stipend of $6-8,000 per year (renewable for a second year). Additional scholarships are available.
Responsibilities include serving as percussion instructor for the Blazin’ Brigade Marching Band, teaching undergraduate private lessons (as needed), performing in large ensembles, and coaching/performing in the Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band.
Contact: Prof. Ryan Smith

 

Western Michigan University - GA Position in Percussion
Position includes tuition remission for 12 credits, a stipend of $7,375/year, and a subsidy to cover fees
Responsibilities of position include assisting with the WMU Drumline. This is a half-time appointment with an average of 10 hrs/wk.
Contact: Dr. Marja Kerney

PERFORMANCE POSITIONS

American Music Theater (Lancaster, PA) - Drummer needed for “Deck The Halls”
Show runs November-December in Lancaster - rehearsals begin in October
Please visit this website for additional information and to begin the application process

 

West Point Band - Timpani/Percussion
Preliminary recordings deadline: 7/7/2025
Live audition date: 10/27/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Greenville Symphony Orchestra - Principal Percussion
Application deadline: 4/14/2025
Audition dates: 6/3-6/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra - Principal Timpani
Application deadline: 4/12/2025
Audition date: 5/5/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra - Section Percussion
Application deadline: 4/18/2025
Audition date: 4/27/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra - Principal Percussion
Resume deadline: 3/28/2025
Application deadline: Postmarked no later than 4/4/2025
Audition dates: 5/18-19/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Alabama Symphony Orchestra - Section Percussion
Application deadline: 4/18/2025
Audition dates: 5/12-13/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

New Mexico Philharmonic - Principal Timpani
Application due: 4/1/2025
Audition date: 4/15/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

United States Navy Band - Percussion (Concert/Ceremonial)
Application due: 5/13/2025
Audition dates: 5/27-28/2025
Recording (if applicable) due: 4/29/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CA) - Principal Percussion
Only Canadian citizens or those eligible to work in Canada are invited to apply
Application deadline: 4/10/2025
Audition dates: 4/16/2025 (recorded round) and 5/25/2025 (in person in Saskatoon)
Please see this flyer for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra (Roanoke, VA) - Principal Percussion
Applications must be received by 3/28/2025
Audition date: 4/7/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Colorado Ballet (Denver, CO) - Section Percussion
Applications must be received by 4/30/2025
Auditions to be held in May, 2025 (Specific dates will be posted on their website)
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (Atlanta, GA) - Principal Timpani
Applications must be received by 4/25/2025
Preliminary/Semi-Final Auditions to be held 6/15-17/2025
Final Round Auditions to be held in Fall 2025
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Los Angeles Philharmonic (L.A., CA) - Judith & Thomas L. Beckman LA Phil Resident Fellows Program (Percussionists invited to apply)
Email deadline for intent to apply: 2/9/2025
Deadline for application: 2/24/2025
Auditions dates: 4/14 and 4/16/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (Pittsburgh, PA) - Paul J. Ross Fellowship Program (Percussionists invited to apply)
Online applications and prescreening recordings deadline: 3/3/2025
Audition dates: 4/21-22/2025
Please see this file for information about the position | Please visit their website for further information and instructions on how to apply

 

National Arts Centre Orchestra (Ottawa, Ontario, CA) - Principal Percussion
National auditions are open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only
Application deadline: 2/2/2025
Audition dates: 3/23-25/2025
Please visit their website for additional information (website does not yet have audition information posted)

 

U.S. Army Ceremonial Band (Fort Myer, VA) - Ceremonial/Commercial Percussion
Application deadline: 3/24/2025
Audition dates: 5/19-20/2025
Please visit their website for further information

 

Pittsburgh Opera (Pittsburgh, PA) - Principal Timpani
Audition date: TBD
Contract will be for the 2024-25 season
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

ACCEPTED OFFERS/POSITIONS

University positions

Central Connecticut State University - Mark Stein
Northwestern State University - Andrew Blair
Pittsburg State University - Michael Giunta
Temple College - Nathan Siegel
University of Miami - Leonardo Soto, Pablo Rieppi

Orchestral Positions

Akron Symphony - Matt Dudack (interim)
Allentown Symphony Orchestra - Anthony Di Bartolo
Albany Symphony - Caleb Breidenbaugh
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra - Alex Chao
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra - William Kan
Baton Rouge Symphony - Zach Harris
Bozeman Symphony - Irene Kang
Canton Symphony Orchestra - Shanie Klas
Cleveland Symphony - Peter Nichols
Detroit Opera - Andrew Nowak
Dubuque Symphony - Christian Hughes (Principal Timpani), David Cavazos (Principal Perc), Jaime Cardenas (Section Perc), Jake Haskins (Section Perc)
Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra - Joe DeMarco (Principal), Rob McEwan (Section)
Eric Philharmonic - Will Howald
Harrisburg Symphony - Caleb Breidenbaugh
Lansing Symphony - Sarah Christianson
Las Vegas Philharmonic - Preston Spisak
Lincoln Symphony Orchestra - Ed Zaryky
Louisiana Philharmonic - Meagan Gillis
Louisville Orchestra - Soojin Kang
Midland Symphony - Michael Giunta
Monterey Symphony - Eric He
Omaha Symphony - Paul Matthews
Peoria Symphony Orchestra - Jacob Routhier
Philadelphia Orchestra - Charlie Rosmarin
Phoenix Symphony - Matt Pendergast
Sarasota Orchestra - Hanna Kim
Seattle Symphony - Eric Schweikert
Signature Symphony @ TCC - Justin Doute
Signature Symphony @ TCC - Karl Kirch
Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra - Will Morgan
Toledo Symphony Orchestra - Peter Nichols
Toronto Symphony Orchestra - Nick Matthiesen
U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America - Johnny Barker
U.S. Marine Band “President’s Own” - Michael Rogers / Joe Desotelle / Austin Cantrell
U.S. Navy Concert & Ceremonial Band - Dana Dominguez
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra - Zach Masri
Victoria Symphony - AJ Hudson
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra - Justin Gingrich



Here you can find all of the jobs listed from previous years, along with the successful candidates for those positions where applicable. If there is any information missing, please let me know and I’ll be happy to include it. Thanks for visiting!

UNIVERSITY JOBS

Jobs starting 2024

Arkansas Tech University - Cory Fica
Auburn University - Aaron Locklear
Austin Peay State University - Andrew Richardson
Barry University - Robert Chapman
Campbellsville University - Adam Hopper
Cincinnati Conservatory of Music - Adam Groh
East Tennessee State University - Christian Swafford
Eastern Michigan University - Will Alderman
Eastern New Mexico University - Peter Grubisich
Fort Hayes State University - Luke Helker
Harding University - Keith Hammer
Hastings College - Matt Rush
High Point University - Louis Raymond-Kolker
Indiana University - Andy Miller
Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Chad Heiny
Jacksonville State University - Bryan Wysocki
Kansas Wesleyan University - Daniel Albertson
Lamar University - Reese Maultsby
Lebanon Valley College - Sam Carullo
Minot State University - Mariah Taller
Missouri Southern State University - Jackson Milzarek
Murray State University - Connor Viets
New Mexico State University - Jeff Ausdemore
Northwest Missouri State University - Shelby Shelton
Peabody Conservatory of Music - Ian Rosembaum
Portland State University - Chris Whyte
Purdue University, Ft. Wayne - Matthew Keown
St. Cloud State University - Mary Emmons
Southeastern University - Nathaniel Holman
Southern Illinois University - Christopher Butler
Southern Utah University - Jed Blodgett
Spring Arbor University - Chase Garrett
SUNY Potsdam - Emma Gierszal
Tarleton State University - Nathan Siegel
Tennessee Tech University - Colton Morris
Texas A&M University - Francisco Perez
University of Alabama, Huntsville - Sophia Suante
University of Arkansas, Fort Smith - Brant Blackard
University of Central Missouri - Yun-Ju Pan
University of Illinois - Josh Graham
University of Indiana Southeast - Sam Riddick
University of Iowa - Michael D’Angelo
University of Kansas - Garrett Arney
University of Kentucky - Matt Geiger
University of Nebraska, Lincoln - Emily Salgado
University of Northern Iowa - Staci Toma
University of Oklahoma - Connor Stevens
University of South Florida - Kevin von Kampen
University of Tennessee, Martin - Austin Shoupe
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley - Francis Favis
West Texas A&M University - Ryan Boehme
Western Carolina University - Amy Xin Yin

Jobs starting 2023

Appalachian State University - Andrew Patzig (Asst. Director of Bands)
Appalachian State University - Brady Spitz
California State University, Stanislaus - Michael Downing
Central Michigan University - Marco Schirripa
Concordia College - Roberto Palomeque
Denison University - Alexandros Fragiskatos
Greenville University - Darien Guy
Indiana University - Webb Sheely (Dir., Drumline)
Kirkwood Community College - Ginny Armstrong
Lawrence University - Jean Carlo Ureña González
Lenoir-Rhyne University - Chris Mayhew
Murray State University - Connor Viets
Northwest Missouri State University - Will Alderman
Oakland University - Justin Lamb
Pima Community College - Trevor Barroero
Roosevelt University - Zachery Himelhoch
Southern Nazarene University - Clayton Peliti
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Michael Barnes
Tarleton State University - Francis Favis (Drumline)
Texas A&M University (Interarts position) - Lynn Vartan
Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi - Caleb Pickering
University of Iowa - Nick Miller
University of Louisiana, Monroe - Kathryn Irwin
University of Maryland, Baltimore County - Dustin Donohue
University of North Carolina School of the Arts - Ksenija Komljenović
University of North Dakota - Jason Kihle
University of Northern Colorado - Tim Feerst
University of Tennessee, Martin - Austin Shoupe
University of Texas, Permian Basin - Andrew Veit
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley - Marco Guerra
Valley City State University - Taylor Long
Victoria College - Cy Miessler
Virginia State University - Lamon Lawhorn
Washington University of St. Louis - Ben Dicke
Western Colorado University - Ben Justis
Winthrop University - Cory High

Jobs started prior to 2022

Alcorn State University - Sean Daniels
Anderson University - Trevor Barroero
Arkansas State University - Brian Graiser
Aurora University - Jarrett Hicks
Ball State University - YoungKyoung Lee
Baylor University - Arlo Shultis
Benedictine College - Tom Davoren
Berklee College of Music - Mark Kohler
Boise State University - Kramer Milan (Starting Fall ‘22)
California State University, East Bay - Divesh Karamchandani
Capital University - Julie Licata
Casper College - Eugenie Burkett
Coastal Carolina University - Greg Tsalikis
East Carolina University - Quintin Mallette
East Central University - Hunter Gross
Eastern New Mexico University - Emily Salgado
Elon University - Joseph Spearman
Fayetteville State University - Joseph Spearman
Grayson College - Daniel Allen
High Point University - Louis Raymond-Kolker
Houston Baptist University - Brian Del Signore
Howard University - Christian Clark (Drumline)
Huntington College - Brandon Mooney
Illinois Central College - Drew Cox
Indiana University - Joe Galvin
Iowa Wesleyan University - McKenna Blenk
Iowa Western Community College - Alex Richard
James Madison University - Aaron Trumbore
Kilgore College - Derrick Logozzo
Michigan State University - Kevin Jones
Missouri Southern State University - Sean Millman
Missouri Western State University - Matt Halligan
Northern Arizona University - Abby Fisher (2022)
Northwest Missouri State University - Caleb Pickering
Oberlin Conservatory - Pablo Rieppi / Ross Karre (Starting Fall ‘22)
Ohio Wesleyan University - Chris Lizak
Oklahoma City University - Tommy Dobbs
Pennsylvania State University - Lee Hinkle
Shaw University - McKayla Phillips / Kym Haywood II (Starting Fall ‘22)
Shenandoah Conservatory - Karli Viña / William Newton (Drumline)
St. Charles Community College - Sebastian Buhts
St. Thomas University - Conner Viets
South Plains College - Phillip Smith
Southern Nazarene University - Patrick Womack
Stevenson University - Michael Zellers
Tarleton State University - Benjamin Charles
Tennessee State University - Derrick Greene / Tom Hurst
Texas A&M University, Commerce - Jeff Ausdemore & Tanner Leonardo
Texas A&M University, Kingsville - Ben Tomlinson
Truett McConnell University - Phillip Smith
University of Alabama - Mark Hunter
University of Arizona - Brett Reed
University of Arkansas, Fort Smith - Connor Stevens
University of Arkansas, Monticello - Stephen Busath
University of Central Oklahoma - Jamie Whitmarsh
University of Illinois-Springfield - Drew Cox
University of Kansas - Sam Um
University of Kentucky - Joshua Smith
University of Louisiana, Monroe - Joe Moore III
University of Massachusetts - Ian Hale
University of Missouri, Kansas City (KC Conservatory) - Sandbox Percussion (Ian Rosenbaum, Jonny Allen, Terry Sweeney, Victor Caccese)
University of Nebraska, Lincoln - Matt Rush
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill - McKayla Phillips
University of North Texas - Dave Hall
University of Northern Iowa - Josh Graham
University of South Alabama - Brian Nozny (Starting Fall ‘22)
University of Tennessee, Knoxville - Abby Fisher (2021)
University of Tennessee, Knoxville - Kevin Zetina (2022)
University of Tennessee, Martin - Brady Spitz
University of Texas, El Paso - Andy Smith
University of Texas, Tyler - Tyree Hastings
Valley City State University - Dustin Mallory
Washburn University - Von Hansen
Western Michigan University - Keith Hall
Western Oregon University - Joel Garza
Wittenberg University - Eddie Dunlap
Winston-Salem State University - Louis Raymond-Kolker

Jobs starting 2020

Arizona State University - Mike Compitello
Barton County Community College - Kurtis Koch
Fresno Pacific University - Michael Downing
Indiana University - Sean Dobbins
Ithaca College - Greg Evans
Jacksonville State University - Matt Jordan
Marshall University - Chris Schletter
Michigan State University - Randy Gelispie
Midwestern State University - Corey Robinson
Northwest Missouri State University - Doug Smith
Oklahoma City University - Luis Rivera
Our Lady of the Lakes University - Sarek Gutierrez
Pennsylvania State University - Joe Krygier
Southeastern University - Tyson Voight
Texas Tech University - Mike Mixtacki
University of Delaware - Gene Koshinski / Tim Broscious
University of Louisiana, Monroe - Mel Mobley
University of Massachusetts, Amhearst - Thom Hannum
University of Michigan (Director of Percussion Studies) - Doug Perkins
University of Michigan - Ian Antonio
University of Nebraska, Omaha - Hannah Weaver
University of Northern Alabama - Zach Webb
University of Tennessee, Martin - James Robert Pendall
University of Texas, San Antonio - Paul Millette
University of Texas, Tyler - Joshua Bowman
University of Texas, Permian Basin - Tim Feerst
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley - Marco Schirripa
Utah Valley University - Shane Jones
Washington State University - Chris Wilson
Weber State University - Sam Bryson

Jobs starting 2019

Benedict College - Joe W. Moore III
Berklee College of Music - Chair of Percussion
California State University, Los Angeles - Adam Snow
Clayton State University - Taylor Poole
College of Wooster - Mario Marini
George Mason University - Adjunct Professor, Jazz Percussion
Grand Canyon University - Joe Millea
High Point University - Christopher Thompson
Illinois College - Drumline Director
Indiana University - Joe Gramley (Professor of Percussion)
Indiana University - Joel Castro (Percussion Technician)
Ithaca College - Mike Truesdell
Iowa Western Community College - Adjunct Instructor, Applied Percussion
Kansas City Kansas Community College - Adjunct Music Faculty, Percussion
Kennesaw State University - P/T Instructor/Professor of Music, Percussion
Las Positas College - Vinnie Rodriguez
Lebanon Valley College - Matthew Keown
Liberty University - Tommy Goddard
Livingstone College - Adjunct Instructor, Applied Percussion
McNeese State University - Brian Nozny
Middle Tennessee State University - Russell Wharton
Midwestern State University - Corey Robinson
North Carolina State University - Adjunct Instructor, Marching Band Percussion
Northwest Missouri State University - Derek Frank
Rowan University - Fabio Oliveira
Shaw University - P/T Instructor, Applied Percussion
Southeastern Louisiana University - Michael Brothers
Southwest Minnesota State University - Scotty Horey
Stevenson University - Gordon Hicken
Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi - Ksenija Komljenovic
Texas A&M University, Kingsville - Percussion Technician
Towson University - Adjunct Instructor, Percussion
Troy University - Robert Clayson
University of Alabama - Andrew Lynge
University of Arkansas, Little Rock - Justin Bunting
University of California, Irvine - Studio Teacher, Classical Percussion
University of Jamestown (ND) - Jason Kihle
University of Miami - Teacher, Drumline
University of Michigan - Jeremy Epp (Lecturer in Timpani)
University of Michigan - Tom Sherwood (Lecturer in Orchestral Percussion)
University of North Carolina, Pembroke - Andrew Barlow
University of North Dakota - Brian Pfeifer
University of Northern Iowa - Kramer Milan
University of Southern California - Dance Percussionist
University of Texas, Arlington - Andrew Eldridge
University of Texas, Tyler - Tim Feerst
University of Virginia - Joshua Bowman
Virginia Commonwealth University - Hector ‘Coco’ Barez
Washburn University - Von Hansen
Western Colorado University - Ben Justis
Winston-Salem State University - Adjunct Faculty, Percussion
Winthrop University - Ben Cantrell



ORCHESTRA POSITIONS

Air Force Ceremonial Brass - Jacob Kight, Luis Rivera
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra - Zach Masri
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra - Madison Shake
Asheville Symphony Orchestra - Caleb Breidenbaugh
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra - Michael Jarrett
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra - Edouard Beyens
Billings Symphony Orchestra - Parker Olson (Principal Percussion) / Matthew Dupree (Principal Timpani)
Boise Philharmonic - Brandon Lim (principal) / Justin Doute / James Nickell
Bozeman Symphony Orchestra - Dana Dominguez
Canton Symphony Orchestra - Alyson Rzeszotarski / Jeremy Sreejayan
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera - Matthew West
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra - Joe Bricker
Civic Orchestra of Chicago - David Miller
Cleveland Symphony Orchestra - Tanner Tanyeri (Section Percussion)
Colorado Springs Philharmonic - Nick Finley
Dallas Symphony Orchestra - Rob O’Brien
Dubuque Symphony Orchestra - Zubin Hathi
Eugene Symphony - Austin Cernosek (Principal Percussion) / Tarun Bellur (Section Percussion) / Jonas Koh (Section Percussion)
Fresno Symphony Orchestra - Justin Gingrich
Grant Park Music Festival Orchestra - Josh Jones
Greenville Symphony Orchestra - James Leonard / Wesley Strasser
Huntsville Symphony Orchestra - Jake Darnell (Timpani) / Trevor Barroero (Percussion)
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra - Kevin Kosnik
Lansing Symphony Orchestra - Andrew Cierny
Los Angeles Symphony Orchestra - David Riccobono
Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra - Aaron Smith (2022) / Michael Metz (2023)
Louisville Orchestra - Christopher Choi
Madison Symphony Orchestra - Justin Gingrich / Jaime Cardenas / Zubin Hathi / Sarah Christianson
MUNY Orchestra - Erin Elstner (percussion) / Matt Henry (drums)
National Symphony Orchestra - Erin Dowrey
New Mexico Symphony Orchestra - Micah Harrow
Naval Academy Band - Tyler Tolles
Oklahoma City Philharmonic - Stephanie Krichena
Omaha Symphony - Paul Matthews
Philadelphia Orchestra - Pedro Fernandez
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Jim Benoit
Reno Chamber Orchestra - Dominic Grande
Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra - Kevin Ritenauer
San Francisco Ballet - Zubin Hathi
Santa Rosa Symphony - Jack Rutledge
Sarasota Symphony Orchestra - Marcelina Suchocka
Seattle Symphony - Jonathan Wisner
South Dakota Symphony Orchestra - Leo Taylor
Stockton Symphony Orchestra - Tennison Watts
Symphony San Jose - Alex Orfaly
Tucson Symphony Orchestra - Trevor Barroero
Tulsa Symphony Orchestra - Leo Simon
United States Air Force Ceremonial Brass - Pat Chapman / Christopher Baird
United States Air Force Band of the Golden West - Stephen Morris
United States Air Force Band of Mid-America - Hayden Johnson
United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” - William Kan / Henry Eichman
United States Army Field Band - Steven Estes
United States Marine Band “President’s Own” - Alex Garde / Jeff Grant
United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps “Commandant’s Own” - Gage Krojlic
United States Navy Band - Chad Crummel
United State Navy Concert/Ceremonial Band - Riley Barnes
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony - Josh Graham
West Point Concert Band - Theodore Jackson
West Virginia Symphony Orchestra - Alyson Rzeszotarski & Daniel Zadowniak

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