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UDIPS is an immersive weekend of percussion focused on presenter/participant interaction through hands-on sessions, engaging performances and Q&A hangouts specifically built into the schedule. UDIPS is FREE to participants of any age or experience level!
2023 Guest Artists
- Michael Burritt, Concert Artist
- Allison Miller, Drum Set Artist
- Casey Cangelosi, Concert Artist
- Angela Zator Nelson, Philadelphia Orchestra
- Josanne Francis, Steel Drum Artist
- Michael Dobson, Broadway Foley Artist/Percussionist (“1776" and “SpongeBob: The Musical")
- Iain Moyer, Boston Crusaders
- Quey Percussion Duo, Chamber Ensemble and Artistic Directors
Registration
Registration is free, but all participants must register prior to the event. UDIPS participants, along with all visitors to campus, must adhere to University COVID protocols. Please contact Gene Koshinki, genek@udel.edu, with questions about UDIPS.
Free Registration
UDIPS High School Honors Percussion Ensemble
The UDIPS High School Honors Percussion Ensemble is a select group of the area's finest high school percussionists. Rehearsals, led by UD percussion faculty, will take place during the festival weekend, culminating in a performance on March 12.
Students must submit an application and video audition by February 10. As an ensemble member, all selected participants will automatically receive the highest consideration for a generous scholarship to the UD School of Music if they so choose to audition at any point in the future. The application form below provides full details and audition information.
Apply/Audition