John Wolff

Snare Instructor

John Wolff is a dedicated performer, educator, and composer currently pursuing a master's degree in percussion performance at Northern Illinois University. He received his bachelor's degree in percussion performance from East Texas A&M University, where he studied under esteemed educators such as Dr. Brian Zator, Jeff Ausdemore, Lauren Teel, and Sandi Rennick.

While at East Texas, John was an integral part of prestigious events, including performing at the Texas Music Educators Association in 2022 and the Percussive Arts Society International Convention in 2023. John has been a member of the Percussive Arts Society University Student Committee since 2023.

With an extensive background in marching percussion, John currently serves as a snare drum technician for the Blue Stars Drum and Bugle Corps. He taught with the Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps in 2025 and was a performing member with the Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps, the Blue Stars Drum and Bugle Corps, and the Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps. John is a passionate educator and composer. He has worked with various high school percussion programs in Texas, most notably with The Woodlands High School, Allen High School, and Terrell High School.

John is a private lesson teacher through March Drum Corps online music lessons and a member of the Ensemble Block Team.