Jeff Queen, who began playing percussion at a very young age, participated with several top-notch drum and bugle corps, including the Canton Bluecoats, Santa Clara Vanguard and the Blue Knights.

He returned to the drum and bugle corps world as a caption head for the Carolina Crown and Colts corps in the early 2000s.

Jeff holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Theory and Composition, along with a Master of Music degree in Percussion Performance, both from Butler University.

He currently serves as the Percussion Coordinator for Carmel High School in Carmel, Indiana, and is a faculty member at Butler University and Marian University in Indianapolis, Indiana.

John Wittmann, director, artist relations and education, Yamaha Artist Services Indianapolis, says:

"Jeff is a world-renowned percussionist and a pivotal addition to our artist community. His dedication to music education and performance is inspiring, and will help us further Yamaha's mission to pass down knowledge to the next generation of percussionists."

Jeff is an original cast member of the Tony and Emmy award-winning Broadway show Blast!. In addition to performing across the world with the group, he appeared on several national television shows, including The Late Show with David Letterman, The Kennedy Center Honors 2000 and Blast!, productions that aired on PBS stations.

Jeff says he chose Yamaha for the company's commitment to education, the quality and durability of their products and the people who work there:

"Yamaha not only has some of the best drums and instruments on the planet, but they also have the most professional staff in the industry. Couple this with their commitment to the marching arts, including Bands of America, Drum Corps International, and Winter Guard International and you have a perfect match. It is an honor to be affiliated with such an amazing company."

Prior to joining Yamaha, Jeff endorsed Pearl Marching. He is also a Zildjian, Evans and Vic Firth artist.

About Yamaha Artist Services Indianapolis
Yamaha, the world's largest musical instrument manufacturer, sponsors more educational activities than any other company in the industry. Yamaha Artist Services Indianapolis (YASIN), serves as the home base for Woodwind, Brass, Strings and Percussion artists, who help further Yamaha's longstanding commitment to providing excellent educational opportunities while spreading the news about the company's outstanding instruments.

Many of Yamaha's performing artists are educators who work in prestigious universities around the country. Under Yamaha's auspices, these gifted artists regularly offer clinics and master classes nationwide that promote active music-making and a deeper understanding of musical principles. In addition, YASIN partners with many national music organizations in the United States, including Music for All, Drum Corps International and the Percussive Arts Society.