Indoor percussion is more than a winter extension of marching band, it’s a musical ensemble that doubles as a performance art. It combines precision, movement and small technicality, all within the walls of our school commons after dismissal. At Green School, this season’s indoor percussion brings dedication, community building and creativity to make an idea come to life. 

Pierce Holbrook (‘26), a senior who’s a part of the indoor percussion team, said that the community that they have is one of the most important elements of the group. Holbrook has been doing percussion since seventh grade, and has played the snare drum as part of Green Hope indoor percussion since freshman year. He elaborated that throughout the season, while they prepare for their big showcase and performance, the people and memories that were made on the way bring him the most value. He spoke about the annual Friendsgiving that one of the seniors hosts, and said that it’s an event where they all get to know each other beyond percussion. 

Indoor percussion is looking forward to five competitions this season, with their biggest one set to be in Virginia, called Winter Guard International. Holbrook stated, “I’m really excited for all of the local competitions, and the big one in Virginia… I am also excited for the showcase performance at the school gym, that’s more specific for people at Green Hope.” He walked through the season, detailing the initial training camp session, preparing for competitions and finally all of the practice that leads up to the showcase. Holbrook also said that he values all the support people give the team, and would love to see more students come out for their performance at the end of the season. 

The people of Indoor Percussion are the most influential on the program as a whole. Avril Yan (‘26), a co-section leader of percussion with Holbrook, stated that she enjoys being a part of the team for more reasons than just playing the marimba. “It’s just exciting to be there, with the people, and spending time doing something meaningful,” she said. Holbrook mentioned that Yan has been responsible for making sure everything runs smoothly from a personal stand point, and making sure everyone comes prepared for each rehearsal. He also shared that Mr. Flowers, the Green Hope band director, makes it a joy to work together every season. 

As the season continues, Green Hope Indoor Percussion hopes audiences will walk away recognizing their countless hours of practice through the intentional details, movement and rhythm. The group demonstrates that Indoor Percussion is not only about sound, but about telling a story.