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- Doug Downer
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Doug Downer, a native of Grand Rapids, MI, is currently working on completing his Music Education degree from Central Michigan University. At CMU, he has gained experience performing in the orchestra, wind symphony and percussion ensemble. In the spring of 2008, Doug had the opportunity to perform with Bob Becker. While at CMU, Doug has studied with Andrew Spencer and David Hall.
Doug began his drumming career with Kenowa Hills High School, where he was taught by Landon Ewers, Ryan Miller, and Chris Bookie. He has been a member of Great Lakes Percussion ( 2001, 2002, 2004), NorthCoast Academy (2006), Americanos Drum & Bugle Corps (2001) serving as section leader, The Glassmen Drum & Bugle Corps (2004, 2006) and The Detroit Pistons Drumline 2006-2007. He has been instructed by Frank Chapelle, Will Gordillo, Chris Hestin, Martin Hotte, Scott Idle, Dave Nelson, and Eric Ward.
Doug is active teaching and writing around the west side of the state. He has taught Rockford, Northview, Northpointe, and Mount Pleasant High School's. Currently, he is the percussion caption head and arranger for Northview High School's marching band. He also is the current visual designer and arranger for the winter drumline at Northpointe Christian High School.
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