Caleb Pickering

Percussionist, composer, and educator Caleb Pickering is currently an instructor of music at James Madison University in the subjects of percussion and music theory. A frequently requested guest artist and clinician, Caleb's works have been regularly featured on the international stage, including performances at the PAS and TMEA conventions, as well as the Phonon Percussion Festival (Taiwan).

Caleb was the 2019 composer-in-residence for the World Percussion Group, directed by renowned duo, Maraca2. He also receives regular commissions from individuals, universities, and professional ensembles throughout the U.S. and abroad.

He has participated in numerous festivals and competitions including the 2017 Heartland Marimba Festival and the HMF 2015 call for marimba trios competition, where he placed second performing his original piece, Bloodworks. He also made the semi-finals in the 2017 Italy Percussive Arts Society Snare Drum Competition in Pescara, Italy.

He was a frequent performer in the Dallas-Fort Worth & Las Vegas areas and is a current, active member of the Percussive Arts Society, Texas Music Educators Association, and the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP).

Caleb received his Doctorate of Musical Arts from James Madison University, M.M. in Music Performance from University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and B.S in Music Education from Texas A&M University-Commerce.