PAS Recent News

Nov 5, 2019, 14:55 PM by Percussive Arts Society

PAS is proud to announce the winner and honorable mention of the 2019 PAS Composition Contest, hosted by the Composition Committee.

Nov 5, 2019, 14:46 PM by Percussive Arts Society

The Percussive Arts Society is pleased to announce the newest members to the Board of Advisors, to go into effect January 1, 2020: Dr. Sean Daniels, Maria Finkelmeier, Neil Grover, Valerie Naranjo, Sandi Rennick, Marcus Santos, Ivan Trevino, and Dr. Tracy Wiggins.

Oct 10, 2019, 10:30 AM by PAS

PAS is proud to announce the 2019 recipients of its distinguished Awards: PAS President’s Industry Award (Craigie Zildjian), Outstanding PAS Service Award (Dr. Paul Buyer), Outstanding PAS Supporter Award (Diane Downs), and Outstanding PAS Chapter Award (South Carolina and China).

Oct 4, 2019, 11:06 AM by PAS

PAS is proud to announce the 2019 recipients of its Lifetime Achievement in Education Award: James B. Campbell, Christopher Deane, and Zhao Ji.

Jul 24, 2019, 15:07 PM by Alison Mitchell

Jun 20, 2019, 16:22 PM by PAS Marketing

Jun 11, 2019, 11:57 AM by PAS Marketing

May 23, 2019, 15:31 PM by PAS Marketing

Apr 3, 2019, 12:30 PM by PAS Admin

Apr 3, 2019, 12:28 PM by PAS Admin

The Percussive Arts Society is pleased to announce the newest members to the Board of Advisors, to go into effect January 1, 2019. Megan Arns, Dr. Dave Gerhart, William Moersch, Doug Perkins, Dr. Annie Stevens, Lauren Vogel Weiss, and She-e Wu.

Oct 3, 2018, 13:30 PM by PAS

The Percussive Arts Society is pleased to announce the 2019 Executive Committee, to go into effect January 1, 2019. Chris Hanning, Michael Burritt, Sarah Hagan, Julie Davila, Thad Anderson, Brian Zator.

Sep 12, 2018, 12:09 PM by PAS

Participate in the PAS Mock Audition, Symphonic Labs, Marimba Masterclass and Drum Circle Facilitation Workshop! Deadline to apply is October 12, 2018. Must be pre-registered for PASIC to take advantage of these FREE valuable interactive experiences.

Jun 21, 2018, 13:23 PM by PAS

The Percussive Arts Society congratulates the following winners of our 2018 scholarships! Nichada Jirawattanaphan, Carles Pereira, Bryce Turner, Austin Keck, Sean Andres, Nic Kubes , Jonathan Schneider, & Duncan Newey.

Jun 8, 2018, 12:39 PM by PAS

The Percussive Arts Society is excited to announce the winners of the 2018 International Percussion Ensemble Competition. 33 ensembles competed against each other to garner the prestigious distinction to perform in front of thousands of attendees at PASIC 2018 in Indianapolis, IN, November 14-17.

May 4, 2018, 09:28 AM by PAS

PAS is now taking applications for several scholarships that will assist students in attending PASIC 2018 in Indianapolis, IN! November 14-17. Apply Today!

May 1, 2018, 12:41 PM by PAS

Join us for PASIC 2018 in Indianapolis, IN, November 14-17! Purchase your 4-Day or 1-Day Badge today.

Apr 17, 2018, 15:39 PM by PAS

PAS is proud to announce our Hall of Fame Class of 2018: Mitchell Peters, Joe Porcaro, and Richard Weiner. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held Thursday, November 15, 2018 before the PASIC Thursday Evening Concert.

Apr 6, 2018, 15:56 PM by PAS

PAS announces the opening of our 2018 PAS Internship, to run from June 2018 - November 2018. This position will work closely with Rhythm! Discovery Center, PASIC, and PAS programs and initiatives. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by May 11.

Mar 2, 2018, 11:23 AM by PAS

PAS is proud to once again sponsor the 7th annual Hit Like A Girl Contest, which officially opened for submissions yesterday, March 1st and will run through April 11th, 2018. The 2018 theme, "Break Through," will feature Drumset, World, Marching, Concert, and Technology Categories.

Feb 28, 2018, 16:20 PM by PAS

PAS is thrilled to announce that Amber Fox will be joining the staff of the Percussive Arts Society as our new Programs Manager. As Programs Manager, Amber will directly work on such programs as Group Memberships, Days of Percussion, Competitions, Scholarships, and PASIC®.