September 23,2013

Dear Hall of Fame Nominating Committee:

I have sent you a packet of materials in support of your consideration of Dennis DeLucia as a candidate for induction into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame. Following this cover letter, you will find:

• a bio • a curriculum vitae • a document listing Dennis DeLucia’s achievements • nine letters in support of Dennis DeLucia’s nomination

Within the documents that have been sent, you will find the required:

• Date of birth of the nominee • Current address of the nominee • A brief description/list of the nominee’s achievement(s) that qualify the nominee for entry to the PAS Hall of Fame. • A curriculum vitae or career history. • Multiple letters supporting the nomination.

Respectfully yours,

Neal H. Flum Chair, PAS marching percussion committee Past-President, Alabama Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society Past-Secretary, Alabama Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society Assistant Director of Athletic Bands

DENNIS DeLucia bio

Dennis DeLucia is one of the most highly-respected percussion teachers, arrangers, clinicians and judges in the United States. He is best known for his accomplishments with championship drum corps – including the Hawthorne Muchachos, Bayonne Bridgemen, Star of Indiana, and Crossmen junior corps, and senior corps such as the Sunrisers and Cabelleros. DeLucia has won sixteen “High Percussion” titles, including the only “Triple Crown” in drum corps history when in 1981 his drumlines won all three competitive classes: Drum Corps International’s “Open Class” (with the Bayonne Bridgemen) and “Class A” (Fantasia III), and Drum Corps Associates’ “Senior Corps” (Sunrisers). He also won three consecutive DCI drum titles with the Bridgemen (1980- 1882).

Dennis grew up in Bergenfield, New Jersey where he was taught and mentored by the late Dr. Bernard Baggs and Donald Angelica. A former member of the prestigious West Point “Hellcats,” DeLucia is also the only percussionist to have been inducted into all three Halls of Fame for the marching activity: DCI, WGI (Winter Guard International) and the World Drum Corps organization.

Since 1994, DeLucia has appeared as an analyst/commentator on the DCI Championships broadcast, which has been seen on PBS, ESPN2 and for the past ten years, in cinemas nationwide (through Fathom Events). He was an Associate Professor of Percussion at Rutgers University in New Jersey from 1996-2003 and served on the WGI Indoor Percussion Task Force for eleven years. DeLucia has conducted percussion clinics and workshops in 43 states and six countries.

Dennis DeLucia served as the narrator on two DVDs for the Percussive Arts Society – The Historic Drummer’s Heritage Concert and The Rudiment Project – and Ultimate Drum Lessons: Hand Technique and Rudiments for Hudson Music. In 2013, he recorded a series of percussion instructional video apps released by DrumGuru.com. DeLucia has judged band competitions since 1985 and WGI Indoor Percussion Championships since 1995. He lives in New Jersey with his wife Rene and daughter Chelsea.

Dennis DeLucia Curriculum Vitae General / Teacher / Arranger / Clinician / Adjudicator

Born in Bergenfield, New Jersey, United States of America, January 31, 1944.

Began drumming in 1955 under the tutelage of Dr. Bernard Baggs and Don Angelica in the Bergenfield School District.

Graduated from Bergenfield High School in 1962.

Marched in the Dumont Police Cadets Drum & Bugle corps for just one year (where he studied with Bobby Thompson, and met Bobby Hoffman, who would join him on the staff of the Bayonne Bridgemen in 1976).

Studied Economics (major) and Psychology and Comparative Theology (minors) in college. Graduated from Upsala College (East Orange, NJ) in 1966.

Self-taught drumset player and marching percussion arranger.

Served almost three years in the “Hellcats” Drum and Bugle Corps at West Point (1966-1969). During this time, taught the Pacers drum corps from Poughkeepsie, NY.

Began arranging for the Muchachos Drum & Bugle Corps (Hawthorne, NJ) drumline in 1970. The corps placed tenth during DCI’s First World Championship in 1972 in Whitewater, WI. Continued to teach Muchachos until 1975.

Taught and arranged the Bridgemen (Bayonne, NJ – junior corps) from 1976-1984. Taught and arranged for Sunrisers (Long Island, NY – senior corps) from 1976-1983.

In 1981, three of his drumlines (Bayonne Bridgemen/DCI Open Class, Fantasia III/DCI Class A, and Sunrisers/Drum Corps Associates) won “High Drums,” giving DeLucia the only “Triple Crown” in drum corps history.

Published his first book Building a Championship Drumline (Hal Leonard) in 1982.

Taught and arranged the Caballeros (Hawthorne, NJ – senior corps) from 1984-1995.

Taught and arranged Star of Indiana (Bloomington, IN) from 1985-1989.

Served as Program Coordinator for the Crossmen (Philadelphia, PA) from 1990-1994.

Inducted into the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame (1990).

Inducted into the Drum Corps International (DCI) Hall of Fame (1991).

Began teaching and arranging for numerous high school bands (1994 - present).

Inducted into his hometown Bergenfield (NJ) Hall of Fame (1995).

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Published his second book Dennis DeLucia’s Percussion Discussion (Row-Loff) in 1995.

Served as Associate Professor of Percussion at at Rutgers University (1996-2003), teaching and arranging for the Rutgers University Marching Band.

Published his third book The Drummer’s Daily Drill (Row-Loff) in 1998.

Began serving as the Master of Ceremonies for the PASIC Marching Percussion Festival in Columbus, Ohio in 1999. He continues to be the “voice” of this event.

Collaborated on Yamaha’s Marching Percussion Essentials (2002 - present).

Narrated the DVD The Historic Drummer’s Heritage Concert for the Percussive Arts Society (2002). He also narrated their DVD The Rudiment Project.

Received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sabian Cymbals (2004).

Taught and arranged the Bridgemen Alumni Corps (Bayonne, NJ) from 2005-present.

Inducted into the Winter Guard International (WGI) Percussion Hall of Fame (2006).

Inducted into the New Jersey Drum Corps Hall of Fame (2007).

Received the “Outstanding Service Award” from the Percussive Arts Society (2008) for his contributions to the PAS Marching Percussion Festival.

Narrated the DVD Ultimate Drum Lessons: Hand Technique and Rudiments (Hudson Music) in 2012. Created instructional apps for DrumGuru.com.

Serves as educational consultant/clinician/endorsee for Yamaha Corporation of America, Sabian cymbals, Remo drumheads, Pro-Mark drumsticks, and Row-Loff Productions.

Dennis DeLucia 200 Willow Drive Little Silver, NJ 07739-1538 Phone # (732) 842-6755 - home Phone # (732) 221-0216 - cell E-mail

Dennis DeLucia Achievements

... taught and arranged for these Drum Corps and Bands: Bridgemen, Bayonne, NJ [1976-1984] Bridgemen Alumni Corps [2005-present] Caballeros, Hawthorne, NJ [1984-1995] Crossmen, Philadelphia, PA [1990-1994: Program Coordinator] Muchachos, Hawthorne, NJ [1970-1975] Piscataway High School, NJ, among other high schools [1994-present] Rutgers University Band, Piscataway, NJ [1996-2006] Star of Indiana, Bloomington, IN. [1985-1989] Sunrisers, Long Island, NY [1976-1983]

... was inducted into these Halls of Fame and received these honors: Bergenfield, NJ Hall of Fame [1995] Dennis’ hometown Drum Corps International Hall of Fame [1991] New Jersey Drum Corps Hall of Fame [2007] Percussive Arts Society “Outstanding Service Award” [2008] SABIAN Cymbals Lifetime Achievement Award [2004] WGI Percussion Hall of Fame [2006] World Drum Corps Hall of Fame [1990]

... published these books: “Building a Championship Drumline” [Hal Leonard, 1982] “Dennis DeLucia’s Percussion Discussion” [Row-Loff, 1995] “The Drummer’s Daily Drill” [Row-Loff, 1998] “Marching Percussion Essentials” [Yamaha Corp., 2002-present; collaboration]

... was involved in these videos: “The Historic Drummers Heritage Concert” [PAS.org] “The Rudiment Project” [PAS.org] “Ultimate Drum Lessons: Hand Technique and Rudiments” [HudsonMusic.com] “Dennis DeLucia: Instructional Apps” [drumguru.com]

...endorses and consults for these companies: Pro-Mark drumsticks Remo drumheads Row-Loff Productions Sabian cymbals Yamaha Corporation of America Leigh Howard Stevens 21 South Riverside Drive Shark River Hills New Jersey 07753 Phone/Phax: 732-776-6008

September 2, 2013

To Whom It May Concern:

It was with some surprise and embarrassment that I recently became aware that Dennis Delucia had not already been elected to the Percussive Arts Society’s Hall of Fame. I was under the naive impression that Dennis’s contribution and influence in music performance and education had been recognized by every percussion and marching organization in the world. Five have, but PAS hasn’t.

While he is most widely known for his on-going notoriety and contribution to the marching area, his real gift, in my opinion, is as a general music educator. For this reason, I hire Dennis to conduct a workshop for my LHS Summer Marimba Seminars whenever the schedule permits. His presentation for my marimba students is never about “marching” percussion, and sometimes, not even about music!

With confidence, you can arrange for Dennis to address a group of real estate developers, computer programmers, or classical marimbists; give him a few days to think and plan, and you will be rewarded with a charismatic, highly informative presentation -- tailored for that group. They will hear something new and original about learning, listening, life, musical “prejudice”, or a host of other possible subjects. Sometimes the presentation will even focus on some aspect of percussion!

Dennis is a “cross-over” star of percussion education and has influenced and inspired countless musicians both inside and outside of the marching percussion arena. Our oversight should be rectified as soon as possible by electing Dennis Delucia to the Percussive Arts Society’s Hall of Fame.

Sincerely,

Leigh Howard Stevens

September 23, 2013

To Whom it May Concern,

It is with great enthusiasm that I write in support of Dennis DeLucia’s induction into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame. I have known Dennis for over 20 years, first as a teacher who hired him multiple times as a clinician, and 15 years of working with him in my position at SABIAN.

Dennis is deserving of this accolade because he has done more to educate, teach and introduce marching percussion to the masses than anyone else in the marching percussion genre. He is the consummate teacher, clinician and ambassador for marching percussion.

Like the others in the PAS Hall of Fame, Dennis personifies the qualities the Percussive Arts Society embraces. He continues to keep active as a coach and clinician, and his breadth of books, writings, accessories, podcasts and broadcasts will insure he is positively influencing young percussionists long into the future.

Thank you in advance for your consideration. Please contact me should you require additional information.

Sincerely,

Dr. Nick Petrella Director of Education SABIAN

September 23,2013

Dear Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame Nominating Committee:

Dennis DeLucia is a tireless ambassador for percussion, particularly when it comes to the Percussive Art Society’s goals and mission. He has given of himself to the percussion community in ways that can best be described as “selfless.” Promoting percussion and the Percussive Arts Society is one of Dennis’s greatest joys. Whenever there is an opportunity to share with others his knowledge, experience, and the life lessons that come from studying and performing percussion, Dennis will engage it with great enthusiasm, an indomitable spirit that belies the great love and respect he has for his profession. I have witnessed first hand Dennis’s delight in sharing the goals and mission of the Percussive Arts Society with others while we were both on the PAS marching percussion committee: first, as a fellow member, and then as chair of that same committee. Over the six years we served together on the marching percussion committee, Dennis became more than a fellow committee member, he became a trusted friend, a collaborator, and a mentor in helping me in my role as chair of the committee. Whenever Dennis and I finish conversing, I always feel inspired by him and encourage myself to live up to his level of commitment to the Percussive Arts Society--a very high standard and one clearly worth pursuing.

Through Dennis’s commitment to PAS he has been influential in contributing to the Percussive Arts Society the development and implementation of the following: the marching percussion composition contest, the Drummer’s Heritage Concert, the Drummer’s Heritage Showcase event, The Rudiments DVD project, and the Interactive Clinic format. He has been a moderator for panel discussions and clinics, author of articles in Percussive Notes, and an ardent advocate for the expansion of rules allowing for more creativity in the marching percussion festival competitions at PASIC. Dennis has also been an emcee for the Interactive Clinic Format and the Drumline Competition that take place during PASIC’s Marching Percussion Festival. The same commitment and influence which characterizes Dennis’s contributions to PAS is also present in his work with WGI, DCI, his work in promoting the history and tradition of rudimental percussion; in fact, wherever and whenever you find Dennis discussing or teaching percussion. Dennis’s body of work speaks clearly to the breadth and influence of his contributions to percussion performance and education. His continuing high level of activity in the percussion community evidences a relevance and influence that has not waned.

In 1981, I saw the Bridgemen Drum and Bugle Corps drumline for the first time in Cary, North Carolina warming up before a competition. It was my very first drum corps show as a member of the Long Island Kingsmen. I was awed by what I saw that evening. It was amazing playing and incredible musical arranging. In the years that followed, I admired Dennis DeLucia and his work from afar. Never in my most vivid imagining did I foresee having the tremendous honor of nominating Dennis DeLucia for the PAS Hall of Fame, let alone serving on a committee together and then being chair of that same committee. But, the opportunity has presented itself and I am proud to recognize my friend and mentor. Any discussion of percussion over the past 50 years would be far less without Dennis Delucia’s contributions as part of it. I recommend Dennis DeLucia to you as a candidate for induction into the PAS Hall of Fame with the strongest possible support. He is most deserving of this great honor.

Respectfully yours,

Neal H. Flum Chair, PAS marching percussion committee Past-President, Alabama Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society Past-Secretary, Alabama Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society Assistant Director of Athletic Bands

University Bands The University of Alabama Box 870368 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 TOMMY IGOE

 907 Alturas Way  Mill Valley CA 94941  [email protected]  201 406 4887 To Whom It May Concern,

One of my most cherished mentors, Dennis Delucia, is under consideration by the committee for induction in the PAS Hall of Fame. I’d like to add a few brief thoughts on what I’ve witnessed during our 30-year history. Dennis’ commitment to the art of drumming and his passionate dedication to students, is unsurpassed. I’ve experienced his genius as an educator and percussion arranger both as a member for the DCI world championship drumlines of the Bridgemen and alongside him as a fellow adjunct music professor at Rutgers University. I’ve recently taken stock of those who influenced me during my most transformative periods and Dennis is at the top of a very short list. He has been a guiding force for me throughout my career as an artist, and while it’s easy to see mentors only through the viewfinder of our own personal experience, the true test of influence is to look beyond yourself and objectively examine the people who made you who you are. I’ve been called many flattering things as an educator, but I submit that “teaching music” is easy. I’m sure Dennis would agree. Really, anyone can put out a shingle and declare themselves expert. However, being an educator, and gathering the universal respect from every corner of our profession, from University Professors to drumset kids who’ve never set foot in a lecture hall, is another. To bridge that enormous divide, to have that kind of reach, requires a skill not commonly found and a dedication to our craft that few will experience much less possess. Dennis’ genius as a percussion arranger is legendary and beyond compare. To state the obvious is a waste of time. What is not often discussed throughout a career like Dennis’ is scope. His influence and reputation, is massive. I marvel at the throngs of kids, many of which have no DCI experience whatsoever, know the name and the man, Dennis Delucia. They come with pens out and drumsticks in hand requesting an autograph from this iconic guru, who has over decades of incredible work, built a reputation that is synonymous with the highest levels of percussion artistry. I’ve seen it up close. I’ve witnessed it and I wouldn’t be who I am now without him.

Sincerely,

Director: The Birdland Big Band in New York City The Tommy Igoe Big Band in San Francisco (live at Yoshis) The Tommy Igoe Sextet Deep Rhythm Music Inc.