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MPA is a nonprofit organization that supports indoor percussion and winds groups in the upper midwest by facilitating educational and performance-based opportunities in MN and beyond

05/31/2026

Looking back 📸 on MPA 2026!

Lakeville Area Percussion
Quad City Percussion
River City Rhythm, PIA
Rochester Lourdes HS

05/29/2026

MPA is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Composition Contest (listed in alphabetical order): Benjamin Jaeckel, Daniel Murphy, Ethan Anderson, and Jacob Schmidt!

This year’s inaugural Composition Contest was made possible by a donation from the David Swenson Memorial Scholarship Foundation.

Applicants were asked to create their own original composition of any style and with any instrumentation, between one and eight minutes long.

Recordings of each winners composition can be found on the MPA YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/.

Congratulations Benjamin, Daniel, Ethan, and Jacob!

05/22/2026

Looking back 📸 on MPA 2026!

Anoka HS
Fusion Drumline of ISD 622
Rocori HS
South St. Paul HS
St. Francis HS

05/07/2026

Sponsor Spotlight!

In today’s sponsor spotlight, MPA thanks ALL of the 2026 season sponsors.

Thank you for your support of the MPA community!

05/06/2026

2026 MPA Championships photos taken by Bruce Maeda Photography are now available for purchase!

Use code MPA15 to get a 15% discount on photos ordered before May 9th. Photos can be bought at https://brucemaedaphoto.smugmug.com/2026-MPA-Championships.

05/04/2026

MPA is pleased to recognize the 2026 MPA Volunteer of the Year, Erika Scherman!

Erika was nominated by Irondale HS Director, Paul Weber!

“Erika has been, and continues to be, a tireless advocate for the Irondale drumline and the school’s broader music program. She prepares meals, drives trucks, tailors uniforms, helps organize events, co-chairs the Mounds View Arts Alliance, and meets every challenge with a smile. Over her six years of volunteering, Erika has also served as band booster president and vice-president.

What makes Erika’s contribution truly exceptional is her multi-generational connection to the program: she is both a parent and an alumnus. Erika marched in the Irondale winter drumline, performed at the very first MPA Championships, and most recently supported her two sons at the latest one. Her dedication to our activity is enduring and wholehearted.”

Congratulations, Erika, and thank you for all you do for your community!

05/02/2026

MPA is incredibly grateful to the David Swenson Memorial Scholarship Foundation for their generous donation in 2026!

This donation greatly enhances MPA’s ability to provide for the community through strengthening the existing scholarship program, introducing 2 new scholarships, and supporting other avenues that ensure a bright future for the circuit.

David Swenson graduated from St. Cloud State University in 1976 with a music education degree. He was a percussionist with multiple goals in music and life, and in 1994 he posthumously established a foundation dedicated to advancing the percussive arts.

Thank you, David Swenson Memorial Scholarship Foundation!

04/30/2026

Join MPA for the 2026 MPA Postseason General Membership Meeting this Sunday, May 3rd at 3pm via Zoom!

All MPA member groups must have at least one representative in attendance but this meeting is open to the public. All those who plan to attend must register in advance for the Zoom link at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wjTXiHq8TeCDD6buiw_oww.

In addition to MPA updates and rule proposals, this meeting will also have elections for the MPA Board of Directors. If you or someone you know is interested in serving on the board, please reach out to the MPA Secretary at [email protected].

04/29/2026

MPA is pleased to recognize the 2026 MPA Dick Rausch Instructor of the Year, Mack Steinberg!

Mack most recently served as the Co-Director and Front Ensemble Coordinator of Eden Prairie HS.

“Mack’s dedication has positively impacted his students and the entire Eden Prairie HS program. This year, in addition to his role as front ensemble coordinator and co-director, Mack has stepped up to take on additional responsibilities in administration, logistics, and design, demonstrating initiative and commitment. He brings an exceptional level of care, energy, and passion to everything he does and consistently goes above and beyond, not because he has to, but because he genuinely cares about the success and experience of every student. Mack works tirelessly to create an environment where his students feel supported, valued, and motivated to grow. He meets students where they are at and facilitates opportunities for them to become better musicians and better people.”

Congratulations, Mack, and thank you for all that you do for the MPA community!

04/28/2026

Sponsor Spotlight!

In today’s Sponsor Spotlight, MPA thanks Vater Percussion, a silver sponsor for the 2026 season!

Thank you Vater Drumsticks for your support of the MPA community!

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