Matt Howard Percussion Academy

“There is no doubt that Matt Howard is one of the premier musicians in the orchestral percussion world. Garnering his concepts would arm anyone wishing to be competitive in this field. There could be no finer instruction.”
— Will Hudgins, Percussion, Boston Symphony

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Crafting the Future of Percussion

Founded by Matt Howard, Principal Percussionist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Matt Howard Percussion Academy is committed to helping aspiring classical and orchestral percussionists reach their highest potential.

Offering elite training for both advanced high school students and pre-professional musicians, MHPA provides a focused, supportive environment where players refine their technique, deepen their musicality, and prepare for the demands of a professional career.

I will be presenting a free 30 minute class on Thursday March 28, 2024 at 1:30pm PST, discussing techniques and sounds for orchestral cymbal playing. Playing cymbals in orchestra comes with opportunities to display creativity and sound possibilities
🔥🥁Huge shoutout to the winners of our first Platinum Percussion mock: 1. @cash_langi 2. @yewanyue_lucia 3. @spencer.hugh.90 Great playing all around and loved seeing people dig deep for this. Thank you to Jake Nissly for helping judge and givin
We won a Grammy!! Such an honor to have premiered and recorded this incredible work with my other amazing colleagues at the @laphil . Dante by Thomas Ades was an instant hit and refined what an orchestra is capable of. Huge shoutout to our incredibe
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Super huge congratulations to Platinum Percussion Founding Member, Spencer Perilloux, on winning a percussion spot with the Marine Corps Fleet Band! Super proud of you and this is just the beginning. If you're interested in learning more about my Pl
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