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PAS President’s Welcome 6
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Special Thanks 8
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Area Map and Restaurant Guide 14
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Convention Center Map 16
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Exhibitors by Name 18
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Exhibit Hall Map 19
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Exhibitors by Category 20
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11.08.17 Schedule of Events 40
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11.09.17 Schedule at a Glance 42 11.09.17 Schedule of Events 44
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11.11.17 Schedule at a Glance 56 11.11.17 Schedule of Events 58
About the Artists 62
About the Percussive Arts Society 84
PAS Hall of Fame 86
PAS 2017 Awards 88
PASIC 2017 Advertisers 90
PAS PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
On behalf of the Percussive Arts Society (PAS), I am honored to welcome you to Indianapolis for our 42nd
International Convention. PASIC is the largest percussion convention in the world with over 100 outstanding
concerts, clinics, and masterclasses featuring the top drummers and percussion artists from all over the globe.
Our hope is that you are inspired and discover a deeper passion for percussion and music. Although you can’t
make it to everything, there is definitely something for everyone. But don’t forget one of the most important
aspects about PASIC and PAS – the people! Plan time to meet new people and foster relationships within our
percussion network.
As you plan your daily schedule to attend a wide variety of sessions, you definitely want to grab a front row
seat for the spectacular evening concerts.
Wednesday: Focus Day Opening Concert featuring Steven Schick, She-e Wu with the
Northwestern University Symphonic Band, and Sandbox Percussion with Elspeth Davis
Thursday: Chad Wackerman Trio
Friday: Sō Percussion
Saturday: Steve Smith with the Airmen of Note
For those of you returning to PASIC, there are several new and exciting aspects for 2017. First, the exhibit hall
has been completely redesigned. There is a different traffic pattern with added walls for improved sound separation between the large instru-
ment booths and the smaller booths with music, accessories and more. The companies are a vital part of the convention and we thank them for
their continued support of PAS.
The late-night hangs also have a different twist this year. Thursday is the “Open Mic—Marimba & Vibes Late-Night Hang” in the Westin Lobby
sponsored by Yamaha. The evening will include a variety of artists performing solos and duos, as well as open times for anyone that wants to
perform. The Friday late-night hang features the Airmen of Note performing with a selection of top-name drumset players in a relaxed atmo-
sphere in downtown Indy at the Indianapolis Artsgarden. Finally, the drumset events have been reimagined as “Drumfest!” with Drumeo as the
lead sponsor, an exciting new partnership for PAS.
When you find time between the exhibit hall and sessions, check out some of the events running throughout each day and evening. Thursday
includes the Focus Day events during the day with the Marching Festival competitions drumming that evening. Friday kicks off with the Drumline
Battle and Marching Festival groups, as well as the Small Chamber Ensemble Competition running throughout the entire day. Head out to these
events to support the hundreds of student performers from across the country and then see the winners performing at the Competition Show-
case Concert Friday afternoon.
Since PAS is about the people, join us Thursday and Friday nights to celebrate the Hall of Fame inductees, the Lifetime Achievement in Educa-
tion Award recipient, and other individual awards given to those who have contributed to PAS above and beyond. For all of you early risers,
there are daily PASIC Fun-Runs at 6:30 am and Health and Wellness sessions at 7:30 am. As you can see, every day is jam-packed with endless
activities to get your heart racing.
If you want to see what happens “behind the scenes” of PAS, and find out how to get more involved in the organization, attend any of the 17
PAS committee meetings. These are open to the public and are a great way to meet part of the leadership teams working to move PAS forward.
PASIC is the optimum time to meet and talk with PAS leaders; we have an incredible team of dedicated individuals who want to spread the story
of what makes PAS amazing.
Thank you to Joshua Simonds, the PAS Executive Director, and his entire staff for their tireless efforts over the past year. When you see the staff
at registration, tell them thank you or give them a high-five for their work. This incredible team, as well as the PAS Executive Committee and
Board of Directors, have organized a convention that will inspire you, bring passion to your craft, and encourage you to explore new paths for
your future.
We are excited to have you in Indy for PASIC 2017! Have a blast and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Brian Zator, DMA
President, Percussive Arts Society
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PERCUSSIVE ARTS SOCIETY
SESSION DEFINITIONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President Dr. Brian Zator Clinic: Performer(s) instructs/speaks about and
President-Elect Dr. Chris Hanning
demonstrates techniques/ideas.
First Vice President George Barrett
Second Vice President Dr. Paul Buyer
Secretary Julie Davila Clinic/Performance: Same as the clinic, but
Immediate Past President Dr. Julie Hill containing a greater amount of structured
performance (i.e., performance with group,
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
tape, etc.).
Gary Bolinger . Michael Kenyon
Karl “KC” Leffler . Jeff Nelson . Mark Stempel
Concert: Features artist(s) in a formal/semifor-
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mal concert performance.
Thad Anderson . Michael Bump . Jim Casella
Jim Catalano . Karl Dustman . David Eyler . Michael Gould
Lab: Hands-on, interactive, instructional
Jonathan Haas . Stefon Harris . Ralph Hicks . Glenn Kotche
session.
Johnny Lee Lane . Brian Mason . Jeff Moore . Bill Platt
Sherry Rubins . Josh Smith . Gordon Stout
Brian West . Kenyon Williams Lecture/Paper Presentation: A formal, aca-
John R. Beck, Council of Past Presidents Representative demic presentation of a research paper or
Ronni Kot Wenzell, International Representative
topic.
anna provo, Student Member Representative
Master Class: Attendees are called to the
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stage to receive personal instruction in front
Dr. Julie Hill (2015–2016) . John R. Beck (2013–2014)
of the audience.
Lisa Rogers (2011–2012) . Steve Houghton (2009–2010)
Gary Cook (2007–2008) . Rich Holly (2005–2006)
Mark Ford (2003–2004) . James Campbell (2001–2002) FUNdamentals: Hands on workshop that is
Robert Breithaupt (1999–2000) . Genaro Gonzalez (1997–98) geared towards student percussionists and
Garwood Whaley (1993–96) . Robert Schietroma (1991–92)
their teachers, including private instructors
John Beck (1987–90) . Thomas Siwe (1984–86)
and band directors.
Larry Vanlandingham (1982–1984) deceased
James Petercsak (1977–81) . Gary Olmstead (1973–77)
Sandy Feldstein (1968–1972) deceased Panel Discussion: A panel of experts on any
Gordon Peters (1964–67) . Donald Canedy (1961–63) deceased given subject. Does not constitute featuring
any particular artist in a clinic or feature set-
PERCUSSIVE ARTS SOCIETY STAFF
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Executive Director Joshua Simonds
Membership Services Manager Justin Ramirez
IT and Interactive Media Director Marianella Moreno Presentation: Academic presentation of a
Director of Marketing Amanda Goedde specific topic, i.e., industry seminar, posters.
Social Media & Web Content Manager Dan Ainspan
Director of Finance Nicole Herlevic
Professional Development:
Publications Production Manager Hillary Henry
Workshop or lecture that is geared towards
R!DC Museum Manager and Registrar Elizabeth Quay
individuals aspiring to enhance their career
R!DC Visitor Services Manager Deborah Lawson
paths.
Visitor Services and Operations Manager Rob Funkhouser
Visitor Services and Operations Coordinator Brandon Nestor
Intern Kathryn Yuill Workshop: All attendees are invited to bring
instruments and participate in this instruc-
Senior Editor Rick Mattingly tional session.
Rhythm! Scene Editor Josh Gottry
PAS Historian James Strain
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PASIC 2017 Mock Audition
Thank you to the following companies for the use of their instruments for
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Description:The Friday late-night hang features the Airmen of Note performing with a selection of top-name drumset players in a relaxed atmo- sphere in downtown Indy at the Indianapolis Artsgarden. Finally, the drumset events have been reimagined as “Drumfest!” with Drumeo as the lead sponsor, an exciting
