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The Rudimental Podcast

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Hosted by percussionist Josh Hartwell, The Rudimental Podcast presents conversations with percussionists and drummers all over the world. Whether it be marching percussion or jazz drumming, conversations cover the wide world of drums and convey the same passion that the audience shares for the craft.

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Episodes

  1. #055 - Bringing in the New Year with Cameron Leach

    My good buddy Cameron Leach comes back on to recap 2022 and discuss what we feel like is going to happen in 2023. Cam's Socials: @cleachmusic @drumsanddrams @therudimentalpod @hartwelldrums Subscribe to The Rudimental Podcast on all platforms!

  2. #054 - Trey Newmiller

    Trey Newmiller is a drummer who has played with many artists across a variety of genres. He now plays for Jessie Raub, who is currently opening for Cody Johnson on tour in 2023. Subscribe, rate and review TRP on all major platforms! Instagram: @therudimentalpod @hartwelldrums

  3. #053 - Aundre Wesley

    Aundre Wesley is a retired Marine Corps drummer and current educator based in Austin, TX. He will be presenting his research "Motion Capture Analysis of Snare Drumming Technique" at PASIC this week on Friday morning. Follow @therudimentalpod on instagram! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND RATE TRP ON ALL...

  4. #052 - Jake Sommers (Luke Combs)

    Jake Sommers is a Nashville-based drummer and has been the drummer for country music star Luke Combs since 2015. He is also a session drummer, educator, and clinician. You can find him at the links below. http://www.jakesommersdrums.com/ http://www.hartwelldrums.com/ @therudimentalpod @jakesommers7

  5. #051 - James Whiting 2

    Dr. James Whiting is a percussionist and an in-demand performer, composer, arranger, and music director in Las Vegas, NV. You can hear James' most recent work on the Chainsmoker's new single, "iPad". Subscribe, rate and review TRP on all major streaming platforms! @drjameswhiting @therudimentalpod

  6. #050 - Greg Doscher

    Greg Doscher is a percussionist and owner of Sonaris Percussion, manufacturer of handmade Padouk 5-octave practice marimbas. We talk the science of Padouk versus Rosewood, attending Eastman School of Music, growing up in Texas, and much more! You can find Greg and Sonaris' products here:...

  7. #049 - Aaron Staebell

    Aaron Staebell is a percussionist, composer and member of the Education team for Hal Leonard and is currently based in New York. You can follow Aaron at: www.aaronstaebellmusic.com https://aaronstaebell.bandcamp.com/music @aaronstaebell - Instagram @aaronstaebelldrums - TikTok Be sure to…

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  8. Musicians and Mental Health Episode #3 - Drew Tucker and Claudens Louis

    Drew Tucker returns to discuss mental health and brings Claudens Louis, a saxophonist based in Miami, FL. Follow TRP on Instagram: @therudimentalpod Follow Drew and Claudens: @itsnotaxylophone @claudensax Subscribe, rate and review TRP on all major streaming platforms!

  9. Musicians and Mental Health Episode #2 - Cody Wamble

    Cody and I have been friends for years and share a very similar background. He is a fantastic drummer and musician who shares his story in great detail. Cody has helped me immensely since I've been back in Houston, and now he is helping whoever he can by sharing his mental health journey....

  10. Musicians and Mental Health Episode #1 - Perry MacAdams

    The mental health of musicians in any aspect is always a factor in what makes them who they are. I wanted to make this series in hopes that people sharing their experiences will raise awareness and ultimately help other musicians who are struggling. -Josh Perry MacAdams is a Houston, TX based...

  11. Offstage with Cameron Leach #4

    Josh and Cameron catch up to talk orchestral auditions, performance mindsets, and more. www.hartwelldrums.com www.cleachmusic.com Subscribe, rate and review TRP on all major streaming platforms! Follow us on Instagram! @therudimentalpod

  12. Offstage with Cameron Leach #3

    From Godzilla to existential crises, this is the 3rd episode of Offstage. www.hartwelldrums.com www.cleachmusic.com Subscribe, rate and review TRP on all major streaming platforms! Follow @therudimentalpod on Instagram!

  13. Offstage with Cameron Leach #2

    The second installment of the Offstage series. www.hartwelldrums.com www.cleachmusic.com Subscribe, rate and review TRP on all major streaming platforms!

  14. Offstage with Cameron Leach #1

    Welcome to the new subseries underneath the TRP podcast - "Offstage" with percussionist Cameron Leach. These episodes will be uploaded once or twice a month along with regularly scheduled episodes! We hope you enjoy, and please subscribe, rate and review TRP on all major platforms!

  15. #048 - Drew Tucker Part 2

    itsnotaxylophone! Drew Tucker is a musician, educator, and social entrepreneur. A world-renowned vibraphonist, Drew is also one of the founders of MalletLab, an educational experience for students to learn from 10 of the most prolific performers of mallet percussion each year. Drew currently…

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  16. #047 - Drew Tucker Part 1

    itsnotaxylophone! Drew Tucker is a musician, educator, and social entrepreneur. A world-renowned vibraphonist, Drew is also one of the founders of MalletLab, an educational experience for students to learn from 10 of the most prolific performers of mallet percussion each year. Drew currently…

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  17. #046 - Tracy Wiggins

    Josh and Tracy discuss the subject of 'percussive toxicity'. Dr. Tracy Wiggins is Assistant Director of Bands and coordinator of the percussion program at the University of North Alabama. He holds the Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the HARTT School, University of Hartford, the Master's Degree...

  18. #045 - Kyle Peters

    Kyle Peters is the percussion instructor at the Eastman Community Music School and member of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. He received his Master’s of Music in Performance and Literature, as well as the prestigious Performer’s Certificate, from the Eastman School of Music and his…

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  19. #044 - Marcus Reddick

    Colorado native Dr. Marcus Reddick joined the faculty of Mercer University in the Fall of 2006 as the Director of Percussion Studies, where he teaches applied percussion, percussion ensemble, percussion techniques, and courses in music theory, orchestration, musicianship, and jazz appreciation as...

  20. #043 - Henry Go

    Henry Go is an Artist Relations and Customer Service Rep for Innovative Percussion Inc. in Nashville, TN. Since joining Innovative in 2004, Henry has been a huge proponent of Innovative Percussion products and artist relations- making a name for himself within the percussion community. You have...

  21. #042 - Madden Klass

    New York drummer, Madden Klass, is a vibrant, multifaceted player with uncommonly varied influences. Currently a student at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Madden is a part of many projects including Space Junk is Forever, Mike Doughty/Wheatus, Raavi and the Houseplants, and a new project...

  22. #041 - Lonny Benoit

    Lonny Benoit is the Chair of the Department of Performing Arts at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Lonny has been at McNeese since 2003 and previously held the position of Percussion Coordinator. With an extensive career in both percussion playing and educating, Lonny has done...

  23. #040 - Cameron Leach

    American percussionist Cameron Leach is a bold performer recognized for his expressive virtuosity, musical athleticism, and daring interpretations. As a soloist and chamber musician, Leach has concertized in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. Leach is the winner of both the Percussive...

  24. #039 - John Hadfield

    As a percussionist, drummer, and composer, John Hadfield's dedication to music has taken him from his native Missouri to concert halls and clubs across the world. He has released two albums of his own compositions—THE EYE OF GORDON and DISPLACED and has composed for many projects, including HEARD...

  25. #038 - Dustin Smith

    Dustin Smith is a graduate student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and a beat producer from New Orleans, LA. Dustin and Josh speak on their individual experiences at UNLV as well as their time marching drum corps together in 2016. You can find Dustin's new album 'Loft Music Vol. 1" under…

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  26. #037 - Gene Koshinski & Tim Broscious (Quey Percussion Duo)

    Gene Koshinski and Tim Broscious make up the Quey Percussion Duo, a professional percussion duo that is in high demand for performances, clinics, masterclasses, and commissions. Quey is known for their extremely popular performances of pieces such as As One, Song and Dance, and soniChroma. Both…

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  27. #036 - The 2nd Solo Pod/The Future of the Podcast

    This is just a quick update and reflection on the recent episodes of the podcast. What an exciting time! If you have ideas of what you'd like to hear, send Josh suggestions or questions on Facebook, Instagram, or through the 'Contact' tab on hartwelldrums.com. Subscribe, rate, and review TRP on…

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  28. #035 - Casey Cangelosi

    Casey Cangelosi is a prominent percussion performer and composer and currently holds the position of Director of Percussion Studies at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Casey's compositions are some of the most programmed works in percussion performing and also is an...

  29. #034 - Gunner Vowell

    Gunner Vowell is a musician and educator based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Gunner holds teaching positions with Petal High School in Petal, Mississippi and the Louisiana Stars Drum and Bugle Corps located in Lafayette, Louisiana. Gunner has been with the Louisiana Stars since 2014, and now is…

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  30. #033 - Ryan Harrison

    Ryan Harrison is an Australian-born drummer and percussionist currently based in Las Vegas, NV. Ryan is a working musician on the Las Vegas Strip, playing for shows such as All Shook Up, Zombie Burlesque, and Vegas! The Show, all in Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino. On top of gigging, Ryan holds…

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  31. #032 - Oliver Molina

    Dr. Oliver Molina is an Assistant Professor of Music and Assistant Director of Bands at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. At NSU, he teaches the marching band percussion section, applied percussion lessons, an introduction to music education course, conducts a concert band, and…

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  32. #031 - Alexander Flood

    Alexander Flood is Australian drummer and percussionist currently based in Adelaide, Australia. Alexander has nearly 10k followers on Instagram and is rising to prominence on the platform as well as with his group, ER@SER DESCRIPTION. Alexander also has put out a solo album, "Heartbeat", and it…

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  33. #030 - Caleb Pickering

    Caleb Pickering is a percussionist, composer, performer, and educator who is currently adjunct faculty at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Caleb's compositions have been on the rise to prominence in the percussion community and he recently completed his DMA at JMU. You can...

  34. #029 - Manny Trevino

    Manny Trevino is the Director of Percussion at Lone Star High School in Frisco, TX. A graduate of University of Texas at Brownsville (now Rio Grande Valley) and Louisiana State University, Manny's career as a performer and as an educator is blossoming from a versatile background in marching,...

  35. #028 - Brian Nozny

    Dr. Brian Nozny is the professor of percussion studies at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, LA. Brian is a prominent composer and performer throughout the percussion community and holds degrees from programs such as Virginia Tech, Miami, North Texas, and Kentucky. Josh and Brian discuss…

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  36. #027 - James Doyle

    Dr. James Doyle is a veteran and former percussionist for the United States Air Force and a former professor of percussion at Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado. Josh and James discuss his military career and higher education career, as well as how percussionists can move forward in this...

  37. #026 - Nathan Smith

    Nathan Smith is a percussionist and composer currently based in Seattle, Washington. Originally from Dallas, Nathan speaks on his time at Mizzou and subsequently being a professional musician in Austin, TX until starting his Masters at Berklee College of Music-Valencia in Spain. Nathan is a...

  38. #025 - Dean Gronemeier

    Dr. Dean Gronemeier is a Professor of Percussion Studies and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and a practicing criminal defense lawyer. But more importantly, he's an incredible mentor and friend. Dean goes into detail of his early days growing up in Illinois and what led to his time at the...

  39. #024 - Alex Stopa

    Dr. Alex Stopa is a drummer, percussionist, and marimbist based in Las Vegas, NV. Born in Australia, Alex is in high demand throughout the Las Vegas music scene as well as the percussion community throughout the world. Dr. Stopa performs regularly as a percussionist and timpanist for the Las…

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  40. #023 - Tim Sellars

    Tim Sellars is percussionist currently based in Las Vegas. Originally from New Zealand, Tim brings his talents on the drumset as well as hand percussion to the States where he has been living for the past 8 months. Josh and Tim discuss playing "The Long Game", mindsets for learning new…

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  41. #022 - Michael Hoffman

    Michael Hoffman is a drummer based in Las Vegas, NV. Michael currently plays for local artist Zack Gray and for Los Angeles-based band scarypoolparty, led by American Idol finalist Alejandro Aranda. Josh and Hoff sit down to talk about his drumming journey that has led to numerous gigs throughout...

  42. #021 - Jack Bounds

    Jack Bounds is a music educator and percussionist based in Mississippi. After recently completing his Masters in Percussion Performance at Middle Tennessee State University, Jack has accepted an Assistant Band Director position in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Jack and Josh talk about his DCI career,...

  43. #020 - Hunter Wilson

    Hunter Wilson is owner of Oracle Sound Studios and the drummer and producer for TH3RD COAST ROOTS, a rock/reggae band based out of Houston, TX. Since their formation, the group has accumulated a fanbase throughout the southern United States and beyond. Their first album, "Not Afraid" is available...

  44. #019 - Amy Crosley

    Amy Crosley is a Las Vegas based drummer and percussionist. Amy performs with various groups on the Las Vegas Strip, as well as her own group "Rudiments" and the Henderson Symphony Orchestra. She currently is a student in the UNLV Division of Jazz and Commercial Music as well as part of the Jazz...

  45. #018 - The First Solo Pod

    We'll see how this goes.

  46. #017 - Tim Nelson

    Tim Nelson visits via FaceTime audio to deliver stories on his musical upbringing, sports, and the importance of live music. Be sure to rate & review us with 5 stars!

  47. #016 - Dr. James Whiting

    Dr. James Whiting is an Australian musician based currently in Las Vegas, NV. Josh and James sit down for the first remote podcast in Rudimental Pod history. Enjoy James' insight on his journey to where he is now and what his path looks like moving forward.

  48. #015 - Robert Sandoval

    The pod is back! After a two year hiatus, Josh sits down with best pal Robert Sandoval back home in Houston after his time at UNLV and Rob's transition into a new job in a familiar place.

  49. #014 - Jeremy Boudreaux

    Jeremy Boudreaux is Lake Charles, LA business owner and musician. Amongst being a father, Jeremy is also a cancer survivor and competitive power-lifter. He is the owner of Village Music School in Lake Charles where he provides music lessons across multiple instruments.

  50. #013 - Wesley Royer & Taylor Lee

    Wesley Royer is producer of The Rudimental Podcast and owner of RnR Mobile Recording whilst being a gigging keyboardist. Taylor Lee is a bassist in The Flamethrowers and also his new group, "The Matchstick Experiment" with Wesley. Both are local Lake Charles, LA musicians. YouTube link to…

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