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Pete Zambito
Percussion Education
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PASIC
Music Education
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Contemporary Music
Third Coast Percussion
Jazz
Percussion Studies
Education
Percussive Arts Society
Drumline
Mika Godbole
Northwestern University
University Of Missouri
Colorado State University
Sixtrum Percussion Ensemble
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A place for long form talk with percussionists and other compelling people.

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Episode 504 - Kathy Armstrong Pete's Percussion Podcast Carleton University (ON) Ethnomusicologist and Director of Fine Arts Kathy Armstrong stops by to talk about her job, teaching West African drumming and dance, Baobab, and traveling and learnin... more

Episode 503 - Daniel Noonan Pete's Percussion Podcast Recent Mizzou Masters of Music degree graduate in Percussion Performance Daniel Noonan stops by to talk about his degree recital and his interest in avant-garde music (04:00), his assistantship ... more

Episode 502 - Greg Herron Pete's Percussion Podcast Maryland-based freelance percussionist and educator Greg Herron stops by to talk about his new job as McDonogh School Upper School Band Director and Music Technology teacher, along with his privat... more

Episode 501 - Michael Jones Pete's Percussion Podcast New York-based Percussionist, Recording Artist, Researcher and Educator Michael Jones stops by to talk about his current teaching job at Bard College (NY) and his work throughout the school (04:... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Noonan
Percussionist and educator
University of Missouri / Western Carolina University
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 503 - Daniel Noonan
Greg Herron
Freelancing percussionist and educator based in Baltimore area, later upper school band director and music technology teacher at McDonogh School
McDonogh School
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 502 - Greg Herron
Michael Jones
Percussion educator and performer, Bard College faculty; researcher and recording artist
Bard College
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 501 - Michael Jones
Megan Arns
Percussion Director and Interim Co-Associate Director at the University of Missouri School of Music; member of Switch Ensemble; PAS Executive Committee member
University of Missouri, Switch Ensemble, Percussive Arts Society
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: EPISODE 500!!! - The Return of Megan Arns
Matthew Hinkle
Percussionist, educator, composer, and arranger; recent Mizzou master's graduate in percussion performance
University of Missouri (Mizzou)
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 499 - Matthew Hinkle
Sam Quinones
Crime reporter and author known for Dreamland, The Least of Us, and The Perfect Tuba
Author/Journalist
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 498 - Sam Quinones
Candice Hill
Kansas City-based freelancing percussionist, steel pan soloist, arranger and educator
Independent musician, educator in Kansas City
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 497 - Candice Hill
Terry Sweeney
Performer and educator, Sandbox Percussion member
Sandbox Percussion
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 496 - Terry Sweeney
Genevieve Hilburn
Percussion instructor at CSU Bakersfield and Bakersfield College; PAS California VP; M&R Committee member; DCI/WGI educator and adjudicator
California State University, Bakersfield; Bakersfield College; Percussive Arts Society (PAS)
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 494 - Genevieve Hilburn (Part 1)

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Pete Zambito
Host of Pete's Percussion Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Pete is the man

    Great guy, I love the people he brings on. All around chill dude with a chill voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littlejapanesegirl
    United States7 years ago
  • Adam hopper

    Adam hopper is the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dhne'onfms
    United States8 years ago
  • Fantastic Resource!

    The insight revealed in these deep-dive interviews with prominent percussionists (and other musicians) is invaluable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cjviets
    United States8 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Pete Zambito is a fantastic listener and host. Guests appear to be really comfortable and easily open up, sharing personal and professional experiences. It's worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    barvay
    United States9 years ago

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Strong insight and thoughtful storytelling from guests across the percussion world.
High-quality, in-depth conversations that reveal practical career guidance for musicians.
Host engages guests with warmth and makes them comfortable to open up.
Guests feel supported and conversations feel natural, not rushed.

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: EPISODE 500!!! - The Return of Megan Arns
Q: When will Pete be a guest on his own show, and what might that look like?
Pete hints at exploring the possibility in the future, noting it would likely require a thoughtful format and considerations about content and availability.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: EPISODE 500!!! - The Return of Megan Arns
Q: What has it been like balancing a demanding career with family life, and how do you coordinate schedules with Bill and the kids?
She explains shared calendars, careful planning for travel, flexibility, and trust, and the importance of maintaining balance for four people and for the kids as they grow.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: EPISODE 500!!! - The Return of Megan Arns
Q: How did you come into the PAS leadership, and what has that experience been like for you and your students?
Megan discusses lifelong PAS involvement stemming from early engagement with Percussive Notes and Miles of participation, the leadership transition, and the value of mentorship, community, and representation for women in leadership roles.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: EPISODE 500!!! - The Return of Megan Arns
Q: What's the reason that you decided that you want to do this administrative role, and what have you learned about the administrative side so far?
Megan explains she took the interim role to gain experience without a long-term commitment, appreciated the balance with teaching, and has since gained perspective on promotion/tenure processes and faculty development, using it as a way to support colleagues.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 498 - Sam Quinones
Q: First question specific to journalism is, what's an issue within the journalist community right now that most gets under your skin or drives you the most nuts?
He stresses that young journalists lack the time and opportunities to learn the craft as thoroughly as older generations, and that leaving politics at the door is essential for objectivity; mentorship and rigorous training are crucial for developing reporters.

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A deep, long-form interview series centered on percussionists, educators, and allied artists. Episodes profile career paths across academia, performing, composing, and administration, with frequent emphasis on program development, mentorship, and the realities of sustaining a percussion-focused career. Guests range from university professors and PAS/DCI leaders to ensemble founders, covering topics like pedagogy, ensemble management, funding, and cross-genre collaboration. Notable throughlines include building sustainable careers through teaching and performing, leadership in percussion education, and vibrant insights into contemporary percussion practice across genres. The show often highlights practical career advice, mentorship moments, ... more

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