About The Percussion Studio

Professional Percussion Instruction with Purpose

Led by principal percussionist Quincy Brown, The Percussion Studio provides structured, high-quality percussion instruction for children, teens, adults, and students across the Hampton Roads area. Our approach blends professional performance standards with thoughtful, student-centered teaching to help musicians grow with confidence, discipline, and clarity.

Meet Your PRinicipal Percussionist

Quincy Brown

Quincy Brown is a professional percussionist and educator with over 15 years of experience performing and teaching at a high level. He holds a Master’s degree in Music from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI) and a Bachelor’s degree in Music Business from Wayne State University (Detroit, MI). Quincy currently serves as a member of the United States Air Force Heritage Band of America and has performed for audiences around the world, including appearances for three United States Presidents.

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Principal Percussionist, Educator, and Performer

Quincy Brown’s career has taken him into concert halls, classrooms, and communities across the United States and internationally, with performances in China, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Djibouti, as well as major festivals, tours, and formal events.

Musical Expertise Spans:

  • Classical and orchestral percussion

  • Drum set and contemporary styles

  • Marching percussion and drumline instruction

  • Mallet instruments and auxiliary percussion

Experience That Shapes Instruction

Quincy’s teaching is shaped by a strong foundation in both education and real-world performance.

This experience allows Quincy to understand what students need at different stages of their musical journey. Many of his students have progressed into advanced school programs, competitive drumlines, and collegiate music studies.

  • Strengthened school-based drumlines by emphasizing fundamentals, ensemble cohesion, and consistent student growth.

  • Guided and inspired youth ensembles across multiple communities, helping students develop musically and collaborate with confidence.

  • Championed access to music education while nurturing students’ confidence, discipline, and personal development through percussion.

  • Led, organized, and supported youth ensemble programs, contributing to performance preparation, program coordination, and successful fundraising efforts.

“Music is universal. No matter where I’ve played in the world, percussion has always been a language we all understand.”

- Quincy Brown

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Teaching Philosophy

Percussion is taught as both a musical discipline and a personal practice. We build confidence, focus, and self-expression through rhythm.

Strong Foundations

Students build technique, timing, and control that support confident, long-term musical growth.

Discipline with Purpose

Consistent structure helps students develop focus, responsibility, and pride in their progress.

Creative Voice

Lessons help students discover their own sound while developing strong listening and musical awareness.

Growth You Can See

Clear milestones make progress visible, measurable, and encouraging for students and families.

Why Families Choose The Percussion Studio

Parents appreciate the studio’s clear communication, thoughtful pacing, and emphasis on character alongside musical achievement.

As a husband and father of two, Quincy understands the developmental and emotional needs of young learners and the expectations of families. This perspective shapes the studio environment, creating lessons that are structured, encouraging, and respectful of each student’s growth.

  • Families always know what students are working on, why it matters, and how progress is unfolding over time.

  • Students build confidence as they reach clear milestones and see steady improvement in their skills.

  • Students build confidence as they reach clear milestones and see steady improvement in their skills.

  • Respect, patience, and understanding create a space where students feel safe to learn, grow, and try new things.

Ready to Learn?

Whether you’re seeking percussion lessons for a child, preparing for school band or auditions, or returning to music as an adult, The Percussion Studio offers a focused, professional approach to learning.

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