Andrew Richardson

Dr. Andrew Richardson is an Assistant Professor of Percussion at Austin Peay State University (APSU) in Clarksville, TN. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Oklahoma and dual Master's and Bachelor's degrees from James Madison University. His expertise spans percussion performance, pedagogy, and composition, with a focus on steel band music and contemporary percussion literature.

Education:

• Doctor of Musical Arts - University of Oklahoma
• Master of Music - James Madison University
• Bachelor of Music - James Madison University

Research and Creative Work:

Andrew's work emphasizes percussion education and composition. He has published with Tapspace Publications, Boxfish Music, and journals like Percussive Notes. His compositions include What a Rip! and Four for steel band, and The Small Stuff for percussion duet. His scholarly writing addresses percussion teaching methodologies and instrumental performance techniques.

Professional Affiliations:

• Percussive Arts Society Education Committee
• Vic Firth Education Team Member
• Black Swamp Percussion Educator Network
• Past President, Oklahoma PAS Chapter

Performance and Outreach: Active as a clinician and performer, Andrew has presented at PAS International Conventions, National Conference on Percussion Pedagogy, and CMS National Conferences. His students pursue careers as educators, performers, and university faculty.