Studio Percussion

Gainesville's Only Non-Profit Music & Dance School

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Studio Percussion and Dance Center is a non-profit organization that has been serving the Gainesville, FL community since 2002. We are a 501c3 IRS registered charity, and all donations made to our organization are tax deductible. Our mission is to provide quality Fine Arts instruction to students of all ages, with a particular focus on making music education accessible to everyone.

Our Story

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Studio Percussion was founded in June 2002 by Tobin Wagstaff, who began teaching private drum and percussion lessons out of his home. In the spring of 2003, the studio created its first group class of about 10-12 students. As student population grew, the need for a commercial location became evident. In June 2004, Studio Percussion moved into its first commercial location on University Avenue. At this time, developments were underway to incorporate the studio as a non-profit organization, and a board of directors was formed.

In 2004, three hurricanes impacted the state of Florida, including the Gainesville area. Roof leaks damaged studio equipment and created health concerns for all members. It became necessary to move into our current location, which provided us with the space we needed to expand into other instruments such as guitar, bass, piano, and voice. On November 1, 2004, Studio Percussion, Inc. officially incorporated and became a non-profit organization.

Mission, Vision, and Philosophy

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Our mission is to make music education accessible to everyone, regardless of their age or financial situation. We believe that music education can and should be a fundamental right, and we are committed to providing high-quality instruction to anyone who is willing to learn.

Our vision is to create a vibrant and inclusive music community in Gainesville, FL. We believe that music has the power to bring people together, to foster creativity and self-expression, and to promote social and emotional well-being.

Our philosophy is centered on the belief that music education should be enjoyable, engaging, and tailored to the individual needs of each student. We believe that students learn best when they are motivated and inspired, and we strive to create a positive and supportive learning environment for all of our students.

Board of Directors and Staff

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Our organization is governed by a dedicated board of directors, who bring a diverse range of skills and experience to the table. Our staff is made up of experienced and committed educators who are passionate about sharing their love of music with others.

We are proud to have a team of talented instructors who offer lessons and classes in drums and percussion, piano/keyboard, guitar, bass, ukulele, voice, and more. Each of our private lessons is custom-tailored to fit the student's age, skill level, and needs.

Programs

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We offer a wide range of programs to meet the needs of our students, including Apple for Music Education, Apply For Scholarship, Sign Up For Lessons, Brass & Woodwinds, Drums & Percussion, Guitar & Bass, Piano / Keyboard, Strings, Teacher/Student Bands, and Ukulele. We are committed to providing high-quality instruction in all of these areas, and we are constantly working to expand and improve our programs to meet the changing needs of our students.

Support Studio Percussion

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There are many ways to support Studio Percussion and help us continue our mission of making music education accessible to everyone. You can become a volunteer or intern, donate money or instruments, join our team, or shop online at our Musicians Swap Meet. We are grateful for the support of our community, and we are committed to using all of our resources to provide the best possible music education to our students.