UND Percussion Studio
The Percussion Studio at the University of North Dakota prepares well-rounded musicians to achieve their career goals.
Students have the opportunity to perform in a wide array of large and chamber ensembles while receiving individualized instruction on snare drum, marimba, timpani, drum set, world percussion, and more through lessons and studio classes.
Benefits of a Degree at UND
- Undergraduate scholarships, graduate assistantships, and graduate tuition waivers.
- Weekly lessons and studio classes with Dr. Kihle.
- Chamber music coaching and performance Percussion Ensemble and Steel Drum Ensemble.
- A comprehensive approach to prepare students for the diverse demands of a career in music.
- Solo and ensemble performance opportunities on and off campus.
- Recitals, masterclasses, and workshops with world-renowned guest artists.
UND Ensembles
- Wind Ensemble
- University Band
- Chamber Orchestra
- Percussion Ensemble
- Steel Drum Ensemble
- Section 17 New Music Ensemble
- Musical pit ensembles
- Jazz Ensembles
- Pride of the North Marching Band
Solo Performance Opportunities
- Percussion Studio classes
- Student Showcases
- Solo recitals
Concerts, Masterclasses, and Workshops with Guests Artists
- Gordon Stout
- Brett Dietz
- Ruben Alvarez
- John Tafoya
- Tempus Fugit
- Gordy Knudtson
- David Garibaldi
- Orlando Cotto
- Liam Teague
- Pius Cheung
- Ji Su Jung
Would you like to learn more about the UND Percussion Studio?
Do you have questions about opportunities at UND? Would you like a lesson with Dr. Kihle, either in person or via Zoom? Please be in touch.

Director of Percussion Studies
- jason.kihle@UND.edu
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Hughes Fine Arts Center
Grand Forks ND 58202-7125