Percussion Videos, Webinars, and Podcasts

Shilo Stroman Percussion Videos

Quick and informative videos designed to help directors find quick information in between classes or use them as video sessions for their students in between rehearsals or as a teaching tool during class. They also occasionally contain some humor to keep the students engaged. WATCH NOW

Balancing Sound Design Inside Vs Outside

Better sound, better scores! Learn how to balance electronics and get compositional clarity from experience designers and educators Shane Gwaltney, Matt Filosa, and Matt Hahn. Tricks of the trade are revealed from the design process to the final application.

Tony Nuñez: Built to Coach

See how successful programs like Arcadia High School and RCC Indoor Percussion build a culture of success. Topics include: Defining Expectations and Building a Team, Building the Culture of your Program, Communication, Dealing with Lack of Budget, and Assimilating New Members into the Culture of an Independent Group. Sponsored by D'Addario Education Collective

The Future of Marching Arts Audio

We talk about realistic budgets, mistakes you can avoid, plus where this all is going. Aaron Beck (Cirque Du Soleil, Bluecoats, Blue Springs) and Matthew Black (Marian Catholic) give you the information you need to do this right!

Microphones and Speaker Placement

We explain which microphones to use with front ensemble or soloists, plus share info on speaker placement and orientation. Tom McGillen (Cavaliers, Carmel, Flower Mound) and Colton Hines (Flower Mound, Keller, Harrison, Hebron) join Matthew Black (Marian Catholic) to give you the information you need to do this right!

Getting the Most Out of an Affordable Sound System

Sometimes the cheapest solution is the best! Info on how and where to order your system, figuring out the needs of each type of group you have, and dealing with the rules of your circuit

Setting up a Sound System From Scratch

The basics of setting up a new system or updating what you have, plus insight into using samples in your show. Topics include Where to Start, Suggestions of Gear, Where to Buy, Getting Helping, What Are You Trying To Do, Sampling, and Lessons Learned from Failures.