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Last Update: 5/24/2026

UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2026-2027

Clemson University (Clemson, SC) - FT Lecturer in Percussion
Review of candidates begins immediately - position start date is 8/1/26
This is not a tenure track position, but is stable and renewable
Responsibilities include teaching studio percussion lessons to majors and non-majors, instructing the Tiger Band drumline, directing Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band, and teaching a World Music course (spring semester)
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in percussion (doctorate preferred); collegiate teaching experience is preferred
Please contact Dr. Mark Spede (Director of Bands) directly to submit your materials and ask for additional information

 

East Tennessee State University (Johnson City, TN) - Adjunct Faculty, Percussion
Job posted: 5/19/26
Responsibilities include teaching weekly undergraduate applied lessons, teaching percussion ensemble and percussion methods depending on departmental needs, and other duties within the percussion studio
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in percussion (doctorate preferred); studio teaching experience including collegiate-level instruction
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of North Texas (Denton, TX) - Adjunct Assistant: Green Brigade Marching Band Percussion Instructor
Job posted: 5/18/26
Responsibilities include arranging all percussion music for pre-game, halftime, and exhibition shows, and coordinating personnel for various campus and off-campus appearances
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in music with a percussion concentration; preferred qualifications include 3-5 years teaching in either public school or university settings and a background that includes DCI or WGI
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Northern Colorado (Greeley, CO) - Part-Time Percussion Instructor
Deadline to apply: 5/30/26 - consideration of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities include teaching the Pride of the Rockies Drumline and Front Ensemble (along with attending all camps, rehearsals, and performances) and teaching Percussion Methods. Both tasks require collaboration with the faculty to further develop the curriculum and assist with planning, logistics, inventory, and culture.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree (graduate degree preferred); previous teaching experience preferred (K-12 or collegiate), along with evidence of outstanding artistry.
Please submit your application through their link for the Adjunct Hiring Pool and provide the following: Cover Letter, CV, video sample of marching ensemble performance, writing sample of marching percussion arrangement

 

Fairmont State University (Fairmont, WV) - Percussion Coach Academic Year 2026-27
Job posted: 5/14/26
Responsibilities include assisting the Band Director in the management of the band program, teaching percussion sectionals and assisting with the 2026 Summer Band Camp
Minimum Qualifications: A proven history of successful percussion instruction
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of North Dakota (Grand Forks, ND) - Teaching Assistant Professor, Assistant Director of Athletic Bands
Job posted: 5/11/26
Responsibilities include working with the Director in all aspects of the Pride of the North Marching Band, oversight of the UND Drumline and Front Ensemble, leading athletic band performances, and other relevant duties
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree; experience leading a marching/athletic band at the collegiate level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Oklahoma State University (Stillwater, OK) - Visiting Assistand Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 5/4/26
For full consideration, please submit materials by 5/15/26
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate music majors and non-majors in both jazz and contemporary styles, coach percussion ensembles and jazz combos, and lead weekly studio class
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in percussion (doctorate preferred); evidence of successful applied teaching at the university level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Arizona Christian University (Glendale, AZ) - Adjunct Instructor-Percussion
Job posted: 5/2/26
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate private percussion lessons. Other responsibilities may apply based on candidate strengths.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree; minimum of three years of higher education teaching is desireable
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (Edinburg & Brownsville, TX) - One Year Appointment Lecturer - Percussion
Job posted: 5/1/26
Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons, methods courses, directing the ensemble, music appreciation, and other duties as needed
Minimum Qualifications: Masters in Music (Doctorate preferred); university performance and teaching experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

College of DuPage (Glen Ellyn, IL) - Adjunct Faculty, Music: Percussion Ensemble Director
Job posted: 4/29/26
Responsibilities include rehearsing and leading the COD Percussion Ensemble, along with private lesson instruction
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in the field; experience directing and/or performing with a percussion ensemble; broad knowledge of percussion techniques
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Culver-Stockton College (Canton, MO) - Director of Athletic Bands
Job posted: 4/29/26
Responsibilities include developing and providing leadership for the Marching Band and Pep Band programs. Applicants with experience teaching percussion applied lessons are preferred.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors in Music (graduate degree preferred); a proven record of success in pep bands or ensembles at the collegiate level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI) - Teacher of Jazz Percussion/Drums
Job posted: 4/28/26
Review of materials will begin on 10/1/26
Responsibilities include teaching applied jazz percussion/drums, courses in improvisation, arranging, composition, jazz ensemble coaching, jazz history, or other areas of strength. Applicants embracing the expanded horizons of the Department of Jazz and Contemporary Improvisation will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree or commensurate professional experience; performance experience demonstrating high quality artistry in the area of jazz percussion/drums
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Bridgeport (Bridgeport, CT) - Drumline Director
Job posted: 4/28/26
Responsibilities include founding, developing, and leading the University’s drumline program
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Music (graduate degree preferred); 1-3 years experience teaching/directing a drumline, marching band percussion section, or similar ensemble
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Augustana University (Sioux Falls, SD) - Instructor, Athletic Bands & Percussion
Job posted: 4/21/26
Review of candidates begins 5/1/26
Responsibilities include serving as assistant director for the Viking Marching Band, directing the Basketball Pep Band, leading the marching drumline, teaching studio percussion lessons, and other duties as assigned by the department
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music (Doctorate preferred); experience in collegiate marching band and drumline teaching
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Millersville University (Millersville, PA) - Temporary Part-Time Studio Percussion Instructor
Job posted: 4/17/26
This posting makes it seem as though it is a pool generator, but there is a current need for a percussion instructor.
Responsibilities include teaching individual studio percussion lessons, along with leading a weekly hour-long masterclass for percussion studio students
Minimum Qualifications: Masters Degree (Doctorate preferred); knowledge of percussion pedagogy; excellent in performance of commercial, jazz, and/or classical percussion
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Carnegie Mellon University (Pittsburgh, PA) - Associate Drumming Instructor-Pipes and Drums Band
Job posted: 4/13/26
Responsibilities include snare drum instruction, assisting with composition of competition and concert repertoire, instrumental upkeep, and other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree; 1-3 years experience instructing snare drum; pipe band experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

The College of New Jersey (Ewing, NJ) - Artist-Teacher of Percussion (Fall 2026)
Job posted: 4/15/26
Responsibilities include teaching private lessons. Additional duties may include directing percussion ensemble and teaching percussion methods.
Minimum Qualifications: MM degree (Doctorate preferred); private studio teaching experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Vermont State University (Castleton, VT) - Part Time Percussion Instructor
Job posted: 4/15/26
Responsibilities include teaching applied percussion lessons. Other opportunities including Percussion Teaching Methods, may arise as needed.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music; at least 5 years teaching experience (collegiate preferred)
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Holmes Community College (Goodman, MS) - Assistant Director of Bands-Music Instructor
Job posted: 3/25/26
Application closing date: 4/25/26
Responsibilities include assisting the DOB with all instrumental programs and performing groups, along with teaching music courses. Applicants with percussion performance, instruction, or ensemble leadership is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music; Community College teaching & Canvas experience is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Utah State University (Logan, UT) - Temporary Instructor/Asst. Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 4/9/26
Responsibilities include teaching weekly lessons, coordinate the Percussion Ensembles, teach percussion methods, perform with the faculty jazz ensemble as needed
Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree (for Temp. Asst. Professor rank); experience in both classical and jazz performance
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Colorado Christian University (Lakewood, CO) - Adjunct/Affiliate Faculty-Percussion-School of Music
Job posted: 4/2/26
Responsibilities include teaching percussion and drumset lessons, as well as Percussion Techniques and Pedagogy and Percussion literature (on a course-by-course basis as needed)
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Percussion Performance; experience teaching at the collegiate level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of West Alabama (Livingston, AL) - Assistant Director of Bands
Job posted: 2/20/26
Responsibilities include conducting athletic and concert ensembles, assisting with administrative duties, and teaching music courses in the College of Liberal Arts. A speciality in brass or percussion is desired.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree; at least three years experience teaching at secondary and/or collegiate levels
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

University of Akron (Akron, OH) - Assistant Professor, Instruction - Percussion
Job posted: 3/30/26
Application deadline: 4/19/26
Responsibilities include teaching applied undergraduate and graduate percussion students, coaching percussion ensembles, teaching the weekly percussion studio class, assisting with the UA Marching Band drumline, and other duties as agreed upon
Minimum Qualifications: Master of Music degree (DMA preferred); teaching experience in higher or secondary education
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Western Michigan University (Kalamazoo, MI) - Drumline Coordinator
Please click this link to submit your application materials

 

Alcorn State University (Alcorn, MS) - Adjunct Instructor, Music (Percussion)
Job posted: 3/25/26
Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons, percussion ensemble, and other duties as determined by the department
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Music; 1-3 years of teaching experience at the collegiate/university level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Mercer University (Macon, GA) - Adjunct Faculty of Music-Percussion
Job posted: 3/25/26
Consideration of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities include overseeing the Percussion Area, teaching applied lessons, directing the Percussion Ensemble, teaching Percussion Methods, and other duties as determined by the department
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music
Candidates should email Dr. Brittan Braddock (Dir. of Bands) directly with their resume and letter of interest

 

Texas Southmost College (Brownsville, TX) - Adjunct Instructor, Music
Job posted: 2/6/26
Responsibilities of the job are not specified - the department chair has indicated that a percussion specialist is desired for this position
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Music; experience teaching in a community college setting is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Georgia Institute of Technology (Atlanta, GA) - Lecturer, Music
Responsibilities include teaching music technology, audio production, and jazz studies. Specific performance experience in percussion is a preferred aspect of this posting.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music or related field (doctoral degree preferred); prior teaching experience in related musical fields is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

High Point University (High Point, NC) - Instructor, Music
Job posted: 3/12/26
Application deadline: 4/15/26
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate applied percussion lessons, directing the HPU Percussion Ensemble, and teaching undergrad music theory and aural skills. There is also a Composition aspect to this position - the posting mentions conducting a concert of student-composed music, but does not indicate composition classes or lessons.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Percussion, Music Theory, Composition, or a related field (terminal degree preferred); experience teaching at the university level; expertise in conducting and music technology are preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Northwest Mississippi Community College (Senitobia, MS) - Assistant Director of Bands-Percussion Emphasis
Job posted: 2/17/26
Responsibilities include assisting with athletic bands, conduct concert band, teach applied percussion, direct instrumental chamber ensembles, and instruct music appreciation courses as needed. Inventory management and recruitment also important aspects of position.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music (terminal degree preferred); teaching experience in K-12 schools; percussion performance experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

Elizabeth City State University (Elizabeth City, NC) - Adjunct Music (Percussion Instructor)
Job posted: 1/2/26
Job closes: 6/30/26
Responsibilities include teaching individual percussion lessons and one group percussion class
Minimum Qualifications: MM in Percussion (preferred); 18 hours of graduate training in percussion (required)
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online


UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2025-2026


NON-COLLEGIATE TEACHING JOBS

Updated 4/17/26
Durant Public Schools (Durant, OK) - Assistant Director of Instrumental Music (Percussion preference)
Marion High School (Marion, IA) - Assistant Marching Band - Percussion
Starkville High School (Starkville, MS) - Assistant Band Director-Percussion Instructor
Updated 4/20/26
Danvers High School (Danvers, MA) - Marching Band Percussion Director
Urbana High School (Urbana, IL) - Marching Band Percussion Instructor
Tanque Verde High School (Tucson, AZ) - Percussion Coach
Liberty High School (Colorado Springs, CO) - Marching Band Front Ensemble Percussion Instructor
Updated 4/21/26
Osseo Senior High School (Osseo, MN) - Marching Band Front Ensemble/Percussion Director
Hereford Junior High School (Hereford, TX) - Assistant Band Director
Wheaton Warrenville High School South (Wheaton, IL) - Drumline Instructor
Mill Creek High School (Hoschton, GA) - Drumline Instructor
Updated 4/26/26
Riverton High School (West Jordan, UT) - High School Teacher PT - Instrumental Music (Percussionist)
West Harrison Middle School (Gulfport, MS) - Band Director (Percussionist preferred)
Upper Moreland School District (Willow Grove, PA) - Front Ensemble & Battery Percussion Staff
Community High School (Nevada, TX) - Percussion Position
Sonoraville High School (Calhoun, GA) - Front Ensemble Instructor (Summer Band Camp)
Updated 4/29/26
Upper Merion Area High School (King of Prussia, PA) - Front Ensemble Coordinator
Metea Valley High School (Aurora, IL) - Percussion Ensemble Director
Oswego East High School (Oswego, IL) - Assistant Band Director
Concord Academy (Concord, MA) - Individual Percussion Music Instructor
Avon Grove High School (West Grove, PA) - Percussion Marching Band Tech
Updated 5/4/26
Erie High School (Longmont, CO) - Club Sponsor Volunteer-Percussion Instructor
Buckhannon-Upshur High School (Buckhannon, WV) - Summer Band Camp: Drumline
Updated 5/5/26
Florence School District 1 (Florence, SC) - Secondary Assistant Band Director and Percussion Instructor
Blue Springs South High School (Blue Springs, MO) - High School Assistant Band Director
Updated 5/6/26
Round Lake High School (Round Lake, IL) - Drumline Instructor
Chickasha High School (Chickasha, OK) - Assistant Band Director
North Mesquite High School (Mesquite, TX) - Assistant Band Director-Percussion Specialist
Hiram High School (Hiram, GA) - Front Ensemble Instructor
Catasauqua High School (Catasauqua, PA) - Drumline Tech
Updated 5/8/26
Metea Valley High School (Aurora, IL) - Marching Band Percussion Instructor
Susquehanna Township High School (Harrisburg, PA) - Sideline Percussion Instructor for Marching Band
Mahwah High School (Mahwah, NJ) - Marching Band Battery Percussion
Updated 5/11/26
Marshwood High School (South Berwick, ME) - Percussion Instructor
Updated 5/12/26
McDowell Intermediate High School (Erie, PA) - 2 Percussion Tech positions
Brockton High School (Brockton, MA) - Drum Line Instructor
Updated 5/13/26
Longview High School (Longview, TX) - Assistant Band Director-Percussion Specialist
Updated 5/18/26
Bridgeport Middle School (Bridgeport, TX) - Part-Time Percussion Teacher
Pennsauken High School (Pennsauken, NJ) - Several coaching positions with Winter Drumline and Marching Band
Updated 5/20/26
Big Walnut High School (Sunbury, OH) - Percussion Instructor
Garden Spot High School (New Holland, PA) - Percussion Director
Colburn School Community School of Performing Arts (Los Angeles, CA) - Percussion Faculty
Milwaukee Lutheran Middle & High School (Milwaukee, WI) - Drumline Director


GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS FOR 2026-2027

!!!New Postings!!!

Boise State University (Boise, ID) - GTA in Concert Bands
Position includes a tuition waiver and an annual stipend and medical insurance. Renewable for a 2nd year.
Duties will depend on the strength of the applicant - conducting and teaching opportunities are available
Visit their website for more information | Contact: Dr. Kramer Milan

 

University of North Alabama (Florence, AL) - GA in Band Program
Position includes tuition coverage up to 9 credits/semester and a $1,000/month stipend
Responsibilities include working with the concert, athletic, and jazz bands. Percussionists selected will also be able to work with the percussion ensembles and marching percussion section
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Tracy Wiggins

 

Appalachian State University (Boone, NC) - GTA Positions (1-2)
Both stipends and scholarships are available
The MM Performance degree is unique in its focus on community-embedded musicianship and developing entrepreneurial musicians for the 21st century
Positions include at least 10 hours/week and may include instructing ensembles and lessons, helping with studio admin/logistics, and potentially helping with the battery/front ensemble for the Marching Mountaineers
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Brady Spitz

 

Central Michigan University (Mt. Pleasant, MI) - Half-time GA position - POSITION STARTS SPRING ‘26
Position includes a partial tuition scholarship and an additional stipend. It incurs a weekly 10/hr work duty requirement.
This is not a percussion-specific position, but the applicant will be assigned percussion duties if they are a percussionist
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Marco Schirripa

 

Cincinnati Conservatory of Music (Cincinnati, OH) - GA in Percussion (Athletic Bands)
Responsibilites include working closely with Alex Beltran (Athletic Band Percussion Director), primarily with the front ensemble in the fall semester and with the Bearcat Bands Percussion Ensemble and Marching Percussion Techniques class in the spring.
Contact: Dr. Adam Groh

 

East Texas A&M University (Commerce, TX) - GA in Percussion (2 positions open)
Positions include a tuition remission of 6 hrs/semester, out-of-state tuition waiver, access to health insurance, and a yearly stipend of $8,000 (for 2 years)
Responsibilities will be split between the two open positions, and may include assisting with the Drumline/Front Ensemble, Percussion Ensembles I & II, Percussion Methods I & II, teaching undergraduate non-major lessons, equipment/inventory maintenance, and Keyboard and Snare Drum technique class
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Brian Zator (Percussion Coordinator)

 

Indiana University (Bloomington, IN) - Associate Instructor in Percussion (at least one position)
This position’s confirmation is contingent upon funding by both the Jacobs unit at the University and the State budget
Position includes a full scholarship, full tuition remission, fee remission, health insurance, and an approximate $17,000 yearly stipend
Duties include a maximum of 15 hrs/week assisting the department in various responsibilities, which may include teaching private non-major applied lessons, teaching Percussion education methods courses, assisting with composition department requests, or assisting the faculty with administrative and logistical duties.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Prof. John Tafoya, Interim Chair

 

Lee University (Cleveland, TN) - GA in Percussion
Position includes full tuition waiver and at least $3,000 in stipend
Responsibilities include performing in the Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, and Percussion Ensemble
Contact: Dr. Andy Harnsberger

 

North Dakota State University (Fargo, ND) - GA in Percussion
Position includes a full tuition waiver and an annual stipend of at least $9,000
Duties and responsibilities will be determined by the applicant’s strengths and the needs of the school/percussion studio
Contact: Dr. Mark DeMull

 

Northwestern State University (Natchitoches, LA) - GA in Percussion
Position includes an out-of-state fee waiver and a stipend up to $12,000/year based on 20hrs/week workload
Duties include assisting with the battery & front ensemble of the “Spirit of Northwestern” Marching Band, undergraduate applied lessons, percussion ensembles, and instrument inventory
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Oliver Molina

 

Oakland University (Rochester, MI) - GA in Music (Performance Outreach)
Program requires 20hr/week and covers tuition (32 credits) along with a $10,952 yearly stipend
Duties include working with Accent Pontiac (an El Sistema-inspired youth education program), organizing performances in the community, and coordinating/developing other community-engaged work
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Justin Lamb

 

Oklahoma City University (OKC, OK) - Graduate Performance Assistantship in Percussion
Position includes a full tuition waiver and an annual stipend
Responsibilities include performing with the percussion ensemble and large ensembles, along with coaching/conducting opportunities for the percussion ensemble
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Tommy Dobbs

 

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

 

Shenandoah University (Winchester, VA) - GA positions (percussionists encouraged to apply)
The Shenandoah Conservatory has half and full assistantships available for MM and DMA students. They are not percussion-specific, but can include assigned duties such as teaching percussion lessons, coaching percussion ensemble, equipment maintenance, and other percussion-related responsibilities.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Karlyn Viña

 

Southern Illinois University (Carbondale, IL) - GA in Percussion
Position comes with a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend
This position is primarily assigned to the SIU Percussion Studio and Athletic Bands, with duties to be determined within those departments. There are other GA positions available in music technology and social media available if that aligns with applicant strengths.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Christopher Butler

 

Southwestern Oklahoma State University (Weatherford, OK) - Music Graduate Assistantship Positions
Position includes eligibility for a tuition waiver and a stipend
Responsibilities will be assigned based on applicant strengths and on the needs of the percussion studio and music department
Please visit this website for more information and to apply online | Contact: Prof. Michael Barnes

 

Truman State University (Kirksville, MO) - GAs in Percussion (2)
Positions include a full-tuition waiver
Studio Percussion GA ($8,000 annual stipend): Responsibilities include performing with the Wind Symphony, directing Percussion Ensemble II, logistics assistance with PE I, additional ensemble performance, applied instruction, and maintenance/organization
Marching Percussion GA ($10,000 annual stipend): Responsibilities include instruction and arranging for the Statesmen Marching Band Drumline, along with other duties as assigned by the Director of Bands and Professor of Percussion
Please see these flyers for additional information: Studio Percussion / Marching Percussion | Contact: Dr. Michael Bump

 

University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL) - GTA positions (2)
Percussion Studio GTA: Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons to non-majors, Percussion Methods, and assisting with instrument/gear maintenance
Band Area GTA: Responsibilities include working with the Million Dollar Marching Band, assisting with Honor Band events, supporting pep bands, and additional duties within the Band Area.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Andrew Lynge

 

University of Delaware (Newark, DE) - GA Percussion positions (2)
Position comes with a generous tuition remission and a competitive stipend
Both positions are fellowship positions awarded for performing and co-directing the UD Graduate Percussion Group. Coached and mentored by the faculty ensemble in residence (Quey Percussion Duo), the GPG is actively engaged in artistic creativity on a daily basis through rehearsing, performing, and administration of a self-sustaining ensemble that straddles the line between collegiate and professional performing experiences.
The GPG presents regular programs throughout the year in addition to numerous projects related to audio recording, video production, outreach, recruiting, competitions, and composer-performer experiences. GPG members also often perform side-by-side with guest and faculty artists. Each student assumes administrative roles to guarantee the success of the ensemble such as scheduling, programming, recruiting, outreach, marketing and promotion, and social media management.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Gene Koshinski and Prof. Tim Broscious

 

University of North Carolina School of the Arts (Winston-Salem, NC) - GA in Percussion
Position includes a 10/hr weekly work requirement in exchange for a stipend. Students are also eligible for additional scholarships.
Responsibilities including assisting in the percussion studio within the strengths of the applicant and the needs of the department.
Contact: Dr. Ksenija Komljenovic

 

University of South Florida (Tampa, FL) - GA in Percussion (2)
Positions include a full tuition waiver and an annual stipend
Percussion Studio GA: Responsibilities include assisting with Percussion Techniques course, teaching private applied lessons, and coaching percussion ensembles
Band Area GA: Responsibilities include assisting with instruction for the Herd of Thunder Drumline, arranging for the drumline as needed, and supporting additional Band Area activities and ensembles
Contact: Dr. Kevin von Kampen

 

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Champaign, IL) - GA positions (2)
Position includes a full tuition waiver, health insurance, a tuition waiver for summer classes, and a $10,000/year stipend
Responsibilities will be determined based on the strengths of the applicant and the needs of the department and music area
Contact: Dr. Josh Graham

 

University of Massachusetts Amherst (Amherst, MA) - TA in Marching Percussion
This is a 10 hr/week position that comes with a full tuition waiver and a stipend of $13,934 over the 38-week school year. The applicant must be pursuing a Masters degree to hold this position.
Responsibilities include working primarily with the UMass Front Ensemble and Drumline. Other opportunities include working with the Marimba Bands/Ensembles.
Contact: Mr. Jarod Sullivan

 

University of Memphis (Memphis, TN) - GA position (at least 1)
Position includes a tuition waiver and an annual stipend of up to $9,000
Responsibilities will be assigned based on applicant strengths and the needs of the percussion department/music school
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Bill Shaltis

 

University of Missouri (Columbia, MO) - TA positions in Percussion (3 available)
Percussion Studio TA (1 available): Duties include teaching non-majors, teaching the percussion techniques/methods class, maintaining the instrument inventory, serving as the percussion solo/ensemble librarian, and administrative support for the percussion studio
New Music Ensemble TA (2 available): Duties include New Music Ensemble rehearsals, performances on and off campus, performing at the Mizzou International Composers Festival, along with other duties in the percussion studio
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Megan Arns

 

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (Las Vegas, NV) - Doctoral GA in Percussion
This position covers 9 credits of coursework per semester and includes an out-of-state fee waiver and a $21,000 yearly stipend. Additional financial packages may also be available to qualified applicants.
Responsibilities include teaching private percussion lessons, directing percussion ensemble, and performing with faculty and students in a variety of professional engagements, including opportunities on the Las Vegas Strip. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Kyle Bissantz

 

University of Northern Colorado (Greeley, CO) - GA in Percussion
This position is a half-time assistantship, covering half tuition up to 10 credits per semester at 8 hr/week. The Masters level annual stipend is $5,739 for 2 years and the Doctorate level annual stipend is $6,555 for 3 years. Video auditions are welcome (must also schedule a virtual interview).
Responsibilities vary depending on the strength of the applicant & needs of the studio. They may include Percussion Ensemble coaching, running sectionals, overseeing instrument maintenance & inventory, and assisting with Percussion Techniques class, among others.
Free Application Days: December 1, February 1, April 1 | Audition Days: January 24 (virtual), February 14, March 7
Contact: Dr. Tim Feerst

 

University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley (Edinburg, TX) - GA in Percussion (Drumline)
This position is a full-time (.5) appointment, includes benefits, and has a $11,500 annual stipend
Responsibilities include assisting with the athletic bands percussion sections (instruction, maintenance, composition, etc.), along with other percussion studio needs as assigned
Contact: Dr. Francis Favis

 

University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT) - GA in Percussion
This position covers 20 hrs/week and includes a full tuition waiver and a $20,000 annual stipend.
Responsibilities will be assigned based on the expertise and professional goals of the applicant. Example duties include assisting with the Marching Band/Drumline (including arranging opportunities), the Percussion Methods course, private applied teaching, and coaching/conducting the Utah Percussion Ensemble
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Mike Sammons

 

Valdosta State University (Valdosta, GA) - GA in Percussion
This position includes an $8,000 annual stipend
Responsibilities include instructing the Blazin’ Brigade Drumline (battery and front ensemble) during the Fall semester, teaching undergraduate lessons for both majors and non-majors, and performing in the Valdosta Symphony Orchestra, VSU Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and Steel Band
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Ryan M. Smith

 

West Chester University (West Chester, PA) - GA in Percussion
This position covers the cost of full tuition (including an out-of-state waiver) for up to four semesters and a yearly $7,500 stipend with a weekly workload of approximately 15 hours
Responsibiltiies include assisting the percussion studio within the strengths of the applicant and the needs of the department.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Ralph Sorrentino


PERFORMANCE POSITIONS

Allentown Symphony Orchestra (Allentown, PA) - Section Percussion
Deadline to apply: 8/26/26
Audition date: 9/16/26
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online

 

“A Beautiful Noise” Bus & Truck National Tour - Drums
Duration of tour - 10/25/26 - 9/12/27
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra (Honolulu, HI) - Principal Percussion
Job posted: 5/4/26
Deadline to apply: 6/1/26
Audition date: 6/8/26
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

United States Naval Academy Band (Annapolis, MD) - Percussion
Job posted: 4/23/26
Application and pre-screen audio recordings deadline: 5/25/26
Live audition date: 7/28/26
Please see this file for additional information, audition material, and instructions on how to apply

 

Louisville Orchestra (Louisville, KY) - Principal Percussion *POSTPONED UNTIL FALL 2026*
Application deadline: 3/16/26
Audition date: 5/17-18/26
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply

 

United States Marine Corps - Percussion
Application deadline: 9/30/26
Please see this flyer for a QR code to receive more information

 

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (Indianapolis, IN) - Principal Percussion
Application deadline: 5/7/26
Audition dates: 6/14-16/26
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online



ACCEPTED OFFERS/POSITIONS

University positions - Starting Fall ‘26

Southeast Missouri State University - Joe Turner
University of Colorado, Boulder - Andrew Lynge
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bill Shaltis
University of Nebraska-Kearney - Tyler Hawk

University positions

Appalachian State University - Logan Newhouse
California State University-Fullerton - Kenneth McGrath
Cameron University - Cy Miessler
Central Connecticut State University - Mark Stein
Chicago Conservatory of Performing Arts @ Roosevelt University - Brooks Truly
Eastern Michigan University - Paige Madden
Elon University - Dan Hartung
Florida International University - Colin Williams
Jacksonville State University - Lauren Teel
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Josh Frans
Missouri State University - Yun-ju Pan
North Dakota State University - Mark DeMull
Northwestern State University - Andrew Blair
Pittsburg State University - Michael Giunta
Saginaw Valley State University - Paige Madden
Southeastern Louisiana University - Tyler Whitehead
Southeastern Oklahoma State University - Jamie Vilseck
Tarleton State University - Emilio De Leon
Temple College - Nathan Siegel
Texas Tech University - Benjamin Holmes
University of Arkansas, Monticello - Kylan Bigby
University of Central Missouri - Lorena Navarro
University of Cincinnati - Alex Beltran
University of Colorado - Mike Tetreault & Carl Dixon
University of Miami - Leonardo Soto, Pablo Rieppi
University of Oklahoma - Cory Doran
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga - Ethan McDaniel
University of Texas, Permian Basin - Shane Roderick
Virginia State University - Ethan Strickland
Western Carolina University - Amy Xin Yin


K-12 Teaching Positions

North Lamar ISD - Aidan McCarty
Tomball High School - Christopher Rosas

Orchestral Positions (through Fall ‘26)

Akron Symphony Orchestra - Adriana Harrison (Principal Percussion)
Alabama Symphony Orchestra - Lucas Vogelman (Section Percussion)
Albany Symphony - Jackson Riffle (Principal Percussion)
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra - Robert Lenau (Section Percussion)
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra - Jake Darnell (Principal Timpani)
Austin Symphony - Liam McManus (Section Percussion)
Baton Rouge Symphony - William Kim (Principal Timpani) / Jordan Fajardo-Bird (Section Percussion)
Battle Creek Symphony - Collin Boltz (Principal Percussion) / Tau McLoughlin (Section Percussion) / Fabián Correra (Section Percussion)
Boise Philharmonic - Matteo Johnson (Section Percussion)
Canton Symphony Orchestra - Hunter Wirt (Section Percussion)
Central Texas Philharmonic - Connor Ainsworth / Seth Bagwell (Section Percussion)
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra - Dave Uhlmann (Principal Timpani)
Colorado Ballet Orchestra - Dominic Grande (Section Percussion)
Colorado Symphony - Mingyu Son (Principal Timpani)
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra - Hamza Able (Principal Timpani)
DeKalb Symphony - Jackson Riffle (Principal Timpani)
Des Moines Metro Opera Orchestra - Kelsey Bannon (Principal Timpani)
Erie Philharmonic Orchestra - Sebastião Sheldrick (Section Percussion)
Florida Orchestra - Hamza Able (Principal Timpani)
Greenville Symphony Orchestra - James Leonard
Helena Symphony - Jake Henneford (Section Percussion)
Lincoln Symphony Orchestra - Cendan Dillon (Principal Percussion)
Los Angeles Philharmonic - Wesley Sumpter (Asst. Principal Percussion) / Andres Pichardo Rosenthal (Section Percussion)
Midland Symphony Orchestra - Dylan Brule (Principal Timpani)
Minnesota Opera Orchestra - Colin O’Day (Principal Timpani)
National Arts Centre Orchestra - Paul Philbert (Principal Timpani)
New Jersey Symphony Orchestra - Luca Esposito (Principal Percussion)
New Mexico Philharmonic - Tyler Brown (Principal Timpani)
New York City Ballet Orchestra - Tarun Bellur (Principal Percussion) / Ben Cornavaca (Section Percussion)
Oklahoma City Philharmonic - Connor Stevens (Section Percussion)
Pacific Symphony Orchestra - Will Howald (Principal Timpani)
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Jason Yoder (Principal Percussion)
Roanoke Symphony Orchestra - Sean Van Winkle (Principal Percussion)
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra - Caleb Breidenbaugh (Principal Percussion)
San Diego Symphony - Matthew West (Section Percussion)
San Francisco Ballet Orchestra - William Chinn (Principal Percussion)
Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra - Nate Mears (Principal Percussion)
Spokane Symphony - Ben Blaesing (Principal Timpani)
Stockton Symphony - Tyler Stell (Principal Timpani)
U.S. Air Force Band of the West - Wyatt Hatch
U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West - Will Vasquez
U.S. Air Force Academy Band - Stephen Morris
U.S. Navy Band - Alex Mendoza
Utah Symphony - Michael Tetreault (Principal Timpani)
Victoria Symphony - Jonas Koh (Principal Timpani)
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra - Andrew Busch (Principal Percussion)

Other Performance Positions

Book of Mormon National Tour - MacKenna Tolfa