"All of the Mapex drums have such a unique characteristic sound. Pair that with the entire catalog of options available and the combinations become almost limitless. Also, along with the incredible instruments they offer, the people behind the products are some of the best in the activity. They're constantly searching for ways to improve their products and push what is possible in the marching percussion activity."
Benjamin Pyles is currently the Director of Athletic Percussion at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Previously, Ben majored in music education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Lamar University, with a primary focus in Percussion.
Ben has over two decades of world class experience as a performer, designer, and instructor, with the Glassmen, Bluecoats, Crossmen, Spirit of Atlanta, and the Colts Drum & Bugle Corps. He currently serves as the Ensemble Coordinator and Music Designer for the Mandarins Drum & Bugle Corps, battery instructor at Ronald Reagan High School, and Music Designer for Monarch Independent.
Ben is also endorsed by Sabian Cymbals and Innovative Percussion Inc.
