Grassfield Indoor Percussion
Congratulations on a GREAT Season!
The 2024-2025 Indoor Percussion season ended in Dayton, Ohio at WGI World Championships. The Grassfield Indoor Percussion Ensemble earned Gold, winning the PSCO World Championship.
A tremendous thank you to all who helped make this season a rewarding & successful season. We are incredibly thankful & proud of our students who took us to the sands of Arrakis & delivered a WGI World Championship! |
Indoor Percussion Information
ABOUT
The Grassfield percussion program has quickly turned into one of the top percussion ensembles in not only the state of Virginia, but the country!
The Grassfield Indoor Percussion competes regionally in the Atlantic Indoor Association (AIA) circuit & globally in the Winter Guard International (WGI) circuit. The Grassfield Indoor Percussion program is open to all students enrolled in a Performing Arts class, with auditions being held in November of each year.
The Grassfield percussion program has quickly turned into one of the top percussion ensembles in not only the state of Virginia, but the country!
The Grassfield Indoor Percussion competes regionally in the Atlantic Indoor Association (AIA) circuit & globally in the Winter Guard International (WGI) circuit. The Grassfield Indoor Percussion program is open to all students enrolled in a Performing Arts class, with auditions being held in November of each year.
2023-2024 INDOOR PERCUSSION STAFF
Mr. Luke Walker: Program Director
Mr. Walker is the Associate Director of Bands at Grassfield High School. Mr. Walker has directed numerous Winter Percussion ensembles, earning 5 AIA Gold Medals, 4 WGI Regional Championships, 1 WGI Power Regional Championship, 1 Bronze at WGI World Percussion Championships, & 1 Gold at WGI World Percussion Championships.
Mr. Paul Lehman: Instructor
Mr. Lehman joined the Grassfield Percussion Staff in 2022, working with both the Marching Grizzlies & the Winter Percussion. Mr. Lehman is a proud graduate of James Madison University, earning his BM in Music Education in 2022. Mr. Lehman has experience as a performer in the AIA/WGI circuits as well as experience as an instructor in both circuits. Mr. Lehman also performed with the Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps (DCI) during the 2021 season.
Mr. Wyatt Voshall: Instructor
Mr. Voshall joined the Grassfield Percussion Staff in 2022, working with both the Marching Grizzlies & the Winter Percussion. Mr. Voshall is currently pursuing his degree in Sound Recording Technology. Mr. Voshall has experience as a performer in the AIA/WGI circuits as well as experience as an instructor in both circuits. Mr. Voshall also performed with George Mason University Indoor Drumline (WGI) for the 2022-2023 season.
Mr. Walker is the Associate Director of Bands at Grassfield High School. Mr. Walker has directed numerous Winter Percussion ensembles, earning 5 AIA Gold Medals, 4 WGI Regional Championships, 1 WGI Power Regional Championship, 1 Bronze at WGI World Percussion Championships, & 1 Gold at WGI World Percussion Championships.
Mr. Paul Lehman: Instructor
Mr. Lehman joined the Grassfield Percussion Staff in 2022, working with both the Marching Grizzlies & the Winter Percussion. Mr. Lehman is a proud graduate of James Madison University, earning his BM in Music Education in 2022. Mr. Lehman has experience as a performer in the AIA/WGI circuits as well as experience as an instructor in both circuits. Mr. Lehman also performed with the Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps (DCI) during the 2021 season.
Mr. Wyatt Voshall: Instructor
Mr. Voshall joined the Grassfield Percussion Staff in 2022, working with both the Marching Grizzlies & the Winter Percussion. Mr. Voshall is currently pursuing his degree in Sound Recording Technology. Mr. Voshall has experience as a performer in the AIA/WGI circuits as well as experience as an instructor in both circuits. Mr. Voshall also performed with George Mason University Indoor Drumline (WGI) for the 2022-2023 season.
SHOW HISTORY
2023-2024
Show Title: "Shifting Sands: The Music of Dune"
Show Info: This captivating music composition seamlessly weaves together the evocative and cinematic elements from Hans Zimmer's "Dune Sketchbook" album. Drawing inspiration from the rich and atmospheric sounds of the original score, the composition explores a dynamic range of emotions, transporting listeners to the vast and mystical world of Frank Herbert's Dune. Zimmer's signature orchestral arrangements and innovative use of electronic elements create a powerful and immersive sonic experience, capturing the essence of the epic sci-fi saga. From haunting to intense melodies, this composition pays homage to Zimmer's masterful craftsmanship, delivering a musical journey that mirrors the grandeur of the Dune universe.
Music: "Song of the Sisters" by Hans Zimmer, "House Atriedes" by Hans Zimmer, "The Shortening of the Way" by Hans Zimmer, "Mind Killer" by Hans Zimmer, & original compositions by Russell Wharton
Arranger: Russell Wharton
Division: Percussion Scholastic Concert Open (PSCO)
Student Captains: TBA
Results
Show Title: "Shifting Sands: The Music of Dune"
Show Info: This captivating music composition seamlessly weaves together the evocative and cinematic elements from Hans Zimmer's "Dune Sketchbook" album. Drawing inspiration from the rich and atmospheric sounds of the original score, the composition explores a dynamic range of emotions, transporting listeners to the vast and mystical world of Frank Herbert's Dune. Zimmer's signature orchestral arrangements and innovative use of electronic elements create a powerful and immersive sonic experience, capturing the essence of the epic sci-fi saga. From haunting to intense melodies, this composition pays homage to Zimmer's masterful craftsmanship, delivering a musical journey that mirrors the grandeur of the Dune universe.
Music: "Song of the Sisters" by Hans Zimmer, "House Atriedes" by Hans Zimmer, "The Shortening of the Way" by Hans Zimmer, "Mind Killer" by Hans Zimmer, & original compositions by Russell Wharton
Arranger: Russell Wharton
Division: Percussion Scholastic Concert Open (PSCO)
Student Captains: TBA
Results
- AIA Grassfield (2/20/24): PSCO 1st Place, 70.3
- WGI Richmond Prelims (3/9/24): PSCO 1st Place, 85.2
- WGI Richmond Finals (3/9/24): PSCO 1st Place, 84.6
- WGI Eastern Power Regional Prelims (3/23/24): 1st Place, 84.8
- WGI Eastern Power Regional Finals (3/24/24): 1st Place, 86.15
- AIA North Championships (4/6/24): PSCO 1st Place, 90.6
- WGI World Percussion Championships Prelims(4/18/24): PSCO 2nd Place, 92.025
- WGI World Percussion Championships Finals (4/19/24): PSCO 1st Place (Gold Medalists & WORLD CHAMPIONS), 95.425
2022-2023
Show: "From the Ashes"
Music: "Bring Me to Life" by Evanescence, "Leviathan" Percussion Concerto Mvt. 1 "Hightailin' to Hell" by John Psathas, "Phoenix" by Chrissy Costanzo & Cailin Russo, & original compositions by Russell Wharton
Arranger: Russell Wharton
Division: Percussion Scholastic Concert A Class (PSCA), Percussion Scholastic Concert Open Class (PSCO)
Student Captains: Caleb Babcock, Patrick Cabales
Results
Show: "From the Ashes"
Music: "Bring Me to Life" by Evanescence, "Leviathan" Percussion Concerto Mvt. 1 "Hightailin' to Hell" by John Psathas, "Phoenix" by Chrissy Costanzo & Cailin Russo, & original compositions by Russell Wharton
Arranger: Russell Wharton
Division: Percussion Scholastic Concert A Class (PSCA), Percussion Scholastic Concert Open Class (PSCO)
Student Captains: Caleb Babcock, Patrick Cabales
Results
- AIA Grassfield (2/11/23): PSCA 1st place, 74.1
- WGI Richmond Prelims (3/4/23): PSCA 1st Place, 82.6
- WGI Richmond Finals (3/4/23): PSCO 1st Place, 77.7 **RECLASSIFIED TO OPEN CLASS**
- AIA Middle Creek (3/18/23): PSCO 1st Place, 80.8
- AIA South Championships (3/25/23): PSCO 2nd Place (Silver Medalists), 86.25
- AIA North Championships (4/2/23): PSCO 1st Place (Gold Medalists), 86.3
- WGI World Percussion Championships Prelims (4/20/23): PSCO 3rd Place, 89.4
- WGI World Percussion Championships Finals (4/21/23): PSCO 3rd Place (Bronze Medalists), 90.6