Indiana University of Pennsylvania Percussion Ensemble directed by Michael Kingan
Percussion Ensemble Literature Session
Thursday, 4:00 p.m.

The Indiana University of Pennsylvania Percussion Ensemble (IUP PE) under the direction of Michael Kingan is dedicated to performing a wide variety of literature chosen for its substance and pedagogical value. IUP PE strives to meet expectations of showcasing the talent of its personnel while functioning as an opportunity for intense learning. By design, parts are assigned to students in areas where they are both proficient and deficient. Music is distributed in a balanced fashion so older and younger students have a relatively equal amount of responsibility on each concert and can perform side by side. The ensemble rehearses five to six hours a week and performs at least one major concert a semester. Both the ensemble and the steel band have performed for the Indiana community, in public schools, at regional and national conventions, and at PAS events. IUP PE also collaborates with the IUP Dance Theater for periodic productions. The group recently recorded selected pieces for the HoneyRock Artistic Music Catalogue.
      
Michael Kingan is associate professor of music and director of percussion studies at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He holds a doctoral degree from the University of North Texas, a master’s degree from the University of Cincinnati, and a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University. Prior to his appointment at IUP, he held positions at Louisiana State University and Texas Christian University. Kingan freelanced as a drummer and percussionist in the Columbus, Cincinnati, Dallas/Ft. Worth, and Baton Rouge/New Orleans areas, performing with symphonies in all the cities mentioned. He has toured and recorded with the Atlantic Brass Quintet and performed with the chamber group Pastiche.

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