Steven Perry is a Percussionist, Composer, and Educator from Osceola, Indiana and currently based in Philadelphia. Perry holds a Bachelors in Jazz Studies from Western Michigan University and a Masters in the same from Temple University. In his time at these universities he was given the opportunity to study with some of the most prestigious names in jazz including: Rodney Green, Byron Landham, Tony Miceli, David Friedman, and Billy Hart (among many others). At the age of 29, Perry is one of the top call sidemen in Philadelphia, and has performed with Philly Jazz greats such as: Lucas Brown, Norman David, John Swana, and Mike Boone as well as international touring artists Rex Richardson, Grant Stewart, and Onder Focan. Perry is an experienced educator, working with organizations such as The Kimmel Center, Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Music Center of Southwest Michigan, and Music Factory Philly. One can find his project “Dual Identity” performing all over the Greater Philadelphia Area. Steven is also a Curator, specializing in putting music in unfamiliar territory. His most recent series “Noize Freak” in collaboration with Urban Movement Arts, aims to tear down the wall between Dancers and Musicians; having them improvising and creating art together in real time.
As an Instructor at A & G Music Center, Steven’s main goal is to create inspiration in his students. In lessons you can expect a strong emphasis on fundamentals and technique, supplemented by creative tools to get think and practice outside of the box. There is a strong emphasis on Music Appreciation/Listening and Students will learn about multiple genres of music. You can study with Steven on Drums or Piano, but he also specializes in Composition and Electronic Music Production.
