Make Some Noise!
Drummer/Percussionist
Historian/Writer
Educator
Make Some Noise!
Drummer/Percussionist
Historian/Writer
Educator
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Drummer/Percussionist and Bandleader
Professional Development Courses for Music Educators
Professional Development Courses for Music Educators
Music has been a part of my life since I was a child. I started playing the piano at age 7 and have been hooked on music ever since. She is experienced in musical theatre, recording sessions, large-scale productions, blues, jazz ensembles, British-style brass band, country and pop, and more.
Professional Development Courses for Music Educators
Professional Development Courses for Music Educators
Professional Development Courses for Music Educators
Kelli Rae has designed courses for music educators, especially those who did not take percussion techniques or who would like a refresher. Topics include drum set basics, tuned percussion techniques, and the care, maintenance, and repair of percussion gear.
Rental Instruments / Maintenance and Repair Services
Professional Development Courses for Music Educators
Rental Instruments / Maintenance and Repair Services
Kelli Rae is the owner and operator of MSP Percussion, LLC, serving the Midwest with hard-to-source rental instruments and sound effects for professional and community performing groups. MSP also provides maintenance and repair services, including tympani head changes.
"A Different Drummer" Vignettes
"A Different Drummer" Vignettes
"A Different Drummer" Vignettes
Today's girl and woman drummers have come from a long legacy of the female drummers from the past. The musicians featured in "A Different Drummer" whether amateur or professional, were born at least 100 years ago. You can support the research efforts by sponsoring one or more vignettes of your choice.
Masterclasses and Clinics
"A Different Drummer" Vignettes
"A Different Drummer" Vignettes
Kelli Rae has developed hands-on masterclasses for school-aged musicians on drum set, percussion accessories, the history of the early drum set, and improvisation. Her online course "Crash! Boom! Bam!" is a fully-remote, hands-on, instructor-led course ideal for younger players who wish to master new skills.
Show Calendar and Podcasts
"A Different Drummer" Vignettes
Show Calendar and Podcasts
Check the calendar to see where she is performing next!
You might also listen in on conversations between various posts with Kelli Rae. Links to archived podcasts are provided here.