Cleveland High School – Percussion Ensemble

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Students in this year-long course explore the diverse world of percussion music through ensemble performance. This course is designed for students with a passion for rhythm and percussion instruments, whether they are experienced players or beginners. Through collaborative learning and ensemble rehearsals, students develop their technical skills, musicality, and teamwork in a supportive and creative environment. Students become familiar with the wide variety of percussion instruments (traditional, marching, auxiliary, world instruments, mallets), learn theory and composition, and have opportunities to perform at concerts, assemblies, competitions, athletic events, and other community outreach events. By the end of the course, students hone their percussion skills, develop a deeper understanding of ensemble performance, and cultivate a greater appreciation for the richness and diversity of percussion music.