This year’s festival is shaping up to be a celebration of creativity, inclusivity, and community spirit, and I’m excited to share a unique opportunity for all of you. As we approach the vibrant Lufkin Heritage Festival, I find myself reflecting on the many wonderful aspects that make this event special—not just for the city but for everyone involved.
As the last school year drew to a close, I received a heartwarming note from the family of one of my young students at Growing Stick Learning Center in Tyler, Texas. This note was a touching reminder of the impact that the “Percussion Pals” program has on these children and their families. “Percussion Pals” is…
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In 2002, the moment of growing into the academy. one of the most monumental movies for my existence was released: “Drumline,” starring Nick Cannon. This film wasn’t just entertainment; it was a revelation. At the time, I was living in the small town of Liberty City, Texas, known locally as Sabine. I was part of a humble percussion section of three, dreaming of being on a grand Drumline—a whole different world, a different beast altogether.
We had the good fortune of connecting with Casey Muze and we’ve shared our conversation below.Hi Casey, we’d love for you to start things off by telling us something about your industry that we and others not in the industry might be unaware of?
In my industry, I am incredibly fortunate to possess a unique identity. To elaborate, I am unaware of any other individuals within my field who offer therapeutic services through the art of drumming, like I do. This remarkable circumstance fills me with gratitude, as it seems that a higher power has granted me the ability to foresee the importance of standing steadfastly on my own, without faltering.
