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Pete's Percussion Podcast - Pete Zambito

Pete Zambito
Percussion
Percussion Performance
Education
Sixtrum Percussion Ensemble
Mcgill University
10th Wave Chamber Music Collective
New Zealand
Music Education
Cincinnati Conservatory Of Music
Percussion Education
Minneapolis
Eri Isomura
Diversity In Music
Contemporary Art Music Project
College Sports
Sound Healing
Enso Sounds
Improvisation
University Of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Mizzou

A place for long form talk with percussionists and other compelling people.

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Latest Episodes

Philadelphia-based Educator, Drumset Artist, Content Creator and Freelancer Nick Costa stops by to talk about his PASIC50 Presentation (with Marc Dicciani) on effective drumset practicing (04:45), his work as a classroom music teacher, teaching group... more

Kutztown University (PA) Percussion Director and Department Chair Frank Kumor stops by to talk about his PASIC50 New Music/Research Day performance of Jennifer Stasack’s “Six Elegies Dancing” and his longtime connection to the piece (03:55), his job ... more

After talking about some of his experiences at PASIC50, McMaster University (ON) Percussion and Music Cognition Professor Michael Schutz stops by to talk about his PASIC50 Scholarly Research Presentation on Xylophone Music (06:00), his job at McMaste... more

PASIC 2025 IS HERE! Here’s Part 2 of our annual PASIC Preview Episodes (for the 50th PASIC)! Included today are conversations with presenters who will be appearing Thursday and Friday during the conference. Discussions are with Nick Costa (02:00), Ka... more

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Frank Kumor
Director of Percussion Studies and Chair of the Department of Music at Kutztown University.
Kutztown University
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 471 - Frank Kumor
Michael Schutz
Percussion Ensemble Director and Professor of Music Cognition
McMaster University
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 470 - Michael Schutz
Francis Favis
Assistant Professor of Percussion at the University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 468 - 2025 PASIC Preview (Part 1)
Liz Soflin
Director of Percussion at Push Ridge Christian Academy and at Cochise College
Push Ridge Christian Academy and Cochise College
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 468 - 2025 PASIC Preview (Part 1)
Drew Tucker
Musician, educator, and arts administrator based in Florida
itsnotazylophone.com
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 468 - 2025 PASIC Preview (Part 1)
Gina Ryan
Educator and performer based in Canada, part of the group Triolet
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 468 - 2025 PASIC Preview (Part 1)
Victoria Sparks
Educator and performer based in Canada, part of the group Triolet
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 468 - 2025 PASIC Preview (Part 1)
Shelby Blezinger-McCay
New York City-based freelancing percussionist and educator
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 465 - Shelby Blezinger-McCay
Mariah Taller
Director of Percussion Studies at Minot State University, percussionist, educator, freelancer, and scholar.
Minot State University
Episode: Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 464 - Mariah Taller

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Pete Zambito
Host and percussion enthusiast who engages in heartfelt conversations with guests, exploring their journeys, experiences, and insights into the percussion world.

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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 States6 years ago
  • Adam hopper

    Adam hopper is the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dhne'onfms
    United States7 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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Overall, the conversations are described as engaging and valuable for anyone interested in pursuing music.
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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 459 - She-e Wu (Part 1)
Q: How do you fit in all the professional responsibilities outside of Northwestern?
She-e passionately balances her various roles by practicing late at night and urging herself to remain committed to education and performance.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 459 - She-e Wu (Part 1)
Q: Do you have anything to do with the drum line?
She-e doesn't directly work with the drum line as it has its own staff separate from her percussion program.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 459 - She-e Wu (Part 1)
Q: What was the transition like coming to Northwestern?
She-e initially did not want to move to Northwestern and declined invitation multiple times due to personal reasons but eventually accepted the opportunity after a conversation with her former teacher led her to reevaluate the implications of the move.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 460 - She-e Wu (Part 2)
Q: Did you have a lot of concerts during your time outside of teaching?
She shared how word of mouth helped her secure concert opportunities, leading to engagements in several countries through connections made after events.
Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 460 - She-e Wu (Part 2)
Q: What was taking composition lessons like?
She-e describes her experience in composition lessons as fun and enlightening, emphasizing the importance of understanding music from a composer's perspective.

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Recent guests on Pete's Percussion Podcast include:

1. Frank Kumor
2. Michael Schutz
3. Francis Favis
4. Liz Soflin
5. Drew Tucker
6. Gina Ryan
7. Victoria Sparks
8. Shelby Blezinger-McCay

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