Sheet Music by Percussion Music Composer Todd Ukena

Biography of Todd Ukena

Todd Ukena is a composer and arranger of percussion literature and has been playing percussion since 1970. He received a B. M.E. degree from Phillips University in Enid, Oklahoma, studying under Mr. Eddie Lockhart in 1980.

    Later, he completed a M.M. Degree in percussion Performance from the University of Oklahoma studying with Dr. Richard Gipson in 1988. Other post graduate work was done at the University of North Texas, studying under Ron Fink and Dr. Robert Schietroma.

     His performance career has been well-rounded, including musicals, concert bands, jazz ensembles, percussion ensembles, solo work and marching with "The Pride" of Oklahoma Marching Band and the "Valiant Knights Drum and Bugle Corps" where he later served as drumline instructor and arranger. He now teaches in Weatherford, Texas.

     The value of developing the percussionist in progressive steps is a major priority in composing music for the beginner, intermediate, or advanced player. Many of his compositions are for teaching purposes yet maintain musicality so performers and listeners alike can enjoy what they hear.
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