Welcome to
Percussion 101
The best musicians never stop being students.
Meet Your Instructor
Trevor Barroero
Black Swamp Artist, Dr. Trevor Barroero is an award-winning percussionist and dedicated educator. Currently serving as the Principal Percussionist of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, Trevor has performed as a soloist across the globe, including appearances with the Moscow Symphony and The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own." His diverse performance career includes sharing the stage with Andrea Bocelli and appearing on ABC Primetime Specials.
A founding member of the history-making trio Lineage Percussion, Dr. Barroero is passionate about empowering musicians. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Georgia and maintains a private studio of over 40 students.
A Concert-Ready Resource
Percussion 101 is a foundational education series built to be an indispensable resource for band directors, music educators, and the next generation of percussionists. Stepping into the world of concert percussion can be a daunting journey, which is why we’ve designed this series to simplify the process through expert-led instruction. Our primary goal is to strip away the guesswork by focusing on the fundamental performance techniques and essential practice tips that are often overlooked. By mastering this core knowledge, budding musicians will build a rock-solid technical foundation, ensuring they are prepared for the practice room and the concert stage alike.
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For Band Directors: These lessons are designed to be "plug-and-play" classroom resources. Use them as supplemental curriculum or as a standardized training guide for your percussion section.
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For Students: Follow along to build a professional foundation. Each lesson includes downloadable resources to help you progress and master the basics of every instrument.
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For Professionals: Use this series to standardize your teaching pedagogy. These videos offer a clear, consistent framework for your private studio, ensuring your students master the meticulous technical details required for high-level auditions.
