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Discussions in Percussion

Hosted by Damon Grant · music · EN · 100 episodes

About this Podcast:

Podcast host Damon Grant, is a professional percussionist and has partnered with the Percussive Arts Society to bring this podcast to the masses. The mission statement is "Document History and Educate the Next Generation." This podcast aims to interview percussionists, drummers, and percussion educators of all genres.

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What is Discussions in Percussion about?

Podcast host Damon Grant, is a professional percussionist and has partnered with the Percussive Arts Society to bring this podcast to the masses. The mission statement is "Document History and Educate the Next Generation." This podcast aims to interview percussionists, drummers, and percussion educators of all genres.

Who hosts Discussions in Percussion?

Discussions in Percussion is hosted by Damon Grant. The show has published 100 episodes to date.

What has Discussions in Percussion covered recently?

Recent episodes include "#511 Camilo Molina-Gaetán: Percussionist, Drummer, Composer, Educator, and More!" (21 October 2026, 114 minutes), "#510 Bryan Garbe: Drummer, Pannist, Composer, Educator, and More!" (13 October 2026, 70 minutes), and "#509 Kenny Cash: Drummer, Educator, Multi-Instrumentalist, and More!" (6 October 2026, 54 minutes).

How often does Discussions in Percussion publish?

Discussions in Percussion publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 83 minutes across 100 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Discussions in Percussion?

Booking probability for Discussions in Percussion is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Discussions in Percussion requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Discussions in Percussion's contact route on record: verified email.

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  • Discussions in Percussion

    #511 Camilo Molina-Gaetán: Percussionist, Drummer, Composer, Educator, and More!

    Oct 21, 20261h 54m

    Damon gets to talk to Camilo about Puerto Rico and its music, Eddie Palmieri, Supermambo, winning a Grammy, the Knicks, and so much more! There's segments like gig alerts, music news, educational spotlights, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #510 Bryan Garbe: Drummer, Pannist, Composer, Educator, and More!

    Oct 13, 20261h 10m

    Damon gets to talk to Bryan about drumming, film scores, Connecticut, teaching, Rockwood Music Hall, Steel Pan, and so much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #509 Kenny Cash: Drummer, Educator, Multi-Instrumentalist, and More!

    Oct 6, 202654 min

    Damon gets to talk to Kenny about his upbringing, playing multiple instruments, Reggae, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #508 (Juan) Carlito Mendoza: Drummer, Educator, Author, and More!

    Sep 30, 20261h 33m

    Damon gets to talk to Carlito about drum corps, his PASIC preview, Broadway, teaching, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #507 Yun Ju (Alice) Pan: Percussionist, Educator, Composer, and More!

    Sep 22, 20261h 8m

    Damon gets to talk to Yun Ju (Alice) about her musical upbringing and journey, PASIC, teaching, mentors, best friends, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

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    #506 Tristan Banks: Drummer, Percussionist, Curator, and More!

    Sep 16, 20261h 26m

    Damon gets to talk to Tristan about world music, running a music venue, his album, directors, and so much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #505 Andy Kruspe: Percussionist, Educator, Author, and More!

    Sep 9, 20261h 5m

    Damon gets to talk to Andy about the bodhrán, his PAS clinic, teaching, drumlines, the military, and so much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #504 Floyd Kellogg: Drummer, Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, and More!

    Sep 2, 20261h 32m

    Damon gets to talk to Floyd about Connecticut, Nantucket, producing, life adventures, Reggae, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #503 Jon Epcar: Drummer for Colbie Caillat, Gavin DeGraw, Composer, and More!

    Aug 26, 20261h 22m

    Damon welcomes Jon back on the podcast to talk about the album he composed, his new home studio, Spindrift, Nashville, skateboarding, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #502 Eric Bolivar: Drummer, Educator, and More!

    Aug 19, 20261h 15m

    Damon gets to talk to Eric about drum corps, his many gigs, his travels, his health scare, and more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #501 David Stanoch: Drummer, Educator, Author, and More!

    Aug 12, 20262h 17m

    Damon gets to talk to Dave about Minneapolis, funk, education, his book, his family, cruise ships, travel, and so much more. There's also also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #500 Marcos Torres, Paulo Stagnaro, & Javier Raez: Percussionists, Educators, and More!

    Aug 5, 20261h 39m

    Damon gets to talk to Marcos, Paulo, and Javier about the various platforms they run, reflecting on previous episodes, what is in store for the future, and much more! There's also other segments like gig alerts, iconic...

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #499 Ben Satterlee: Drummer, Percussionist, Educator, and More!

    Jul 29, 20261h 43m

    Damon gets to talk to Ben about touring, health, gardening, tone chasing, family, teaching, and so much more. There's also other segments like gig alerts and music news.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #498 Adam Topol: Drummer, Educator, Producer, Band Leader, and More!

    Jul 22, 20261h 7m

    Damon gets to talk to Adam about touring and traveling, Jack Johnson, Roots EQ, his band, his album, and much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, new music, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #497 Jim Royle: Drummer, Educator, Percussionist, and More!

    Jul 14, 20261h 28m

    Damon gets to talk to Jim about building a teaching studio, Bridgeport, CT, steelpan, open heart surgery, and so much more! There's other segments like gig alerts and music news too.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #496 Manolito Rodriguez: Percussionist, Educator, Bandleader, and More!

    Jul 8, 20261h 15m

    Damon gets to talk to Manolito about his upbringing, new signature series instruments, his band, education, and so much more. There are also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #495 Dr. Thad Anderson: Percussionist, Educator, Composer, PAS President & More!

    Jul 1, 20261h 9m

    Damon gets to talk to Thad about being PAS President, the Percussive Arts Society, teaching, technology, family, jam bands, Indianapolis, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #494 Anthony Almonte: Percussionist, Vocalist, Composer, and More!

    Jun 23, 20261h 25m

    Damon welcomes back Anthony to talk about his new album, composing, touring, fashion, fitness, and so much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #493 Brian Prechtl: Percussionist, Educator, Composer, and More!

    Jun 17, 202659 min

    Damon gets to talk to Brian about Baltimore, teaching, administrative work, composing, Pride, and so much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news, and others.

  • Discussions in Percussion

    #492 Doug Yowell: Drummer, Engineer, Producer, Educator and More!

    Jun 10, 20261h 20m

    Damon gets to talk to Doug about his family, musical adventures, Joe Jackson, Peter Erskine, and so much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

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