Percussionist. Composer. Arranger.

With more than a decade of experience teaching percussion programs and performing with various ensembles throughout North Texas, my work combines the precision of competitive performance with the principles of effective pedagogy.

I create music that is both engaging and adaptable, accessible to all ages/skill levels, and practical for all ensembles to inspire growth in every performer.

Original works developed for a wide range of skill levels, from solo repertoire to full percussion ensemble

Compositions

From the concert hall to the marching field

Elevate your drumline with an arrangement that fits the ensemble’s strengths and your educational goals

Marching Band Arrangements

Whether it’s tailoring the instrumentation to your precise specifications or customizing difficulty levels to best suit your students’ abilities, we will work together to meticulously shape every aspect of the music to meet your ensemble’s needs.

You have the ability to set specific parameters for vocabulary and educational content, ensuring that each arrangement not only resonates artistically with your overall design, but also serves as a valuable learning tool for your students.

Experience the transformative power of music tailored precisely to your group’s strengths and educational needs.

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Testimonials

“Andrew is one of those rare individuals who possesses a unique sound and creative identity, a master teacher’s understanding of educational appropriateness, and a sense of professionalism on par with the best of the best. Making the choice to work with Andrew is a sound investment for any band program!"

-Evan VanDoren
Arranger, Composer, & Educational Consultant
“Andrew Smit is a class act and outstanding professional committed to ensuring his programs are set up for success. His creativity and unique ability to compose for any ability level are to be applauded. He is able to elevate the overall show quality through thoughtful and engaging music that places performance excellence at the forefront of the design. Andrew is a joy to collaborate with and makes the design process effortless, and ultimately fulfilling, as the students are always the primary focus.”

-Jeremy Spicer
Owner & Student Leadership Director at SASI - The Leadership People
Program Designer, Coordinator, & Educational Consultant
“Our experience with Andrew was outstanding! His customized percussion arrangements were tailored to fit exactly what our small program needed. As a brand-new high school band program, our needs were vastly different from the typically more established schools and, Andrew exceeded our expectations with an incredible musical product. His professionalism is of the highest caliber and his communication is always prompt and timely. I highly recommend Andrew Smit to write for your programs. We look forward to working with him again in the future!”

-Jason Finnels
Director of Bands at Crawford High School - Fort Bend ISD
“Since I started working with Andrew in 2017, I have always appreciated his ability to communicate effectively with both Designers and Band Directors. He has consistently delivered music that is both engaging and appropriate for his students, regardless of their ability level. His writing maintains the perfect balance between mindful educator and creative composer. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a new Percussion Arranger!”

-Levi Chavis
Program Coordinator & Designer
“Andrew is a terrific writer and arranger who truly understands the clientele that he is writing for. Whether it’s a beginning musician or an organization competing at the highest level, he takes the time to ensure that the finished product has all of the details needed for success. I am thrilled to get to work with Andrew and will continue to do so.”

-Dave Schmuck
Director of Bands at MacArthur High School - Irving ISD
“Andrew has been arranging the percussion book for my school for more than four seasons now, and each year he has provided us with an excellent vehicle for growth and student achievement. He knows exactly how to tailor his writing to the needs of my group. He consistently provides us with an achievable, yet exciting book that resonates with the teacher, students, and audience! He is by far the most responsive, and professional writer I have worked with. He regularly provided timely and actionable feedback for me to use throughout the marching season. I will continue to go to Andrew for all of my marching arrangement needs.”

-Jacob Carter
Director of Percussion at Memorial High School - Frisco ISD
"I have worked with Andrew in various capacities over the last five years and every single time he does a fantastic job of tailoring the show to our students! Whether it is sticking recommendations for the non-percussionist or building up skills throughout the fall marching season, Andrew has managed to hit the nail on the head every time. He's easy to work with, super responsive, and has a creative mind that fits what we do perfectly! Thank you!"

-Zachary Smith
Director of Bands - Waterloo High School
“I have worked with Andrew on a number of marching band arrangements and compositions for high school marching bands. Andrew is a fantastic collaborator and a pleasure to work with. He communicates promptly, meets deadlines, and has extensive knowledge of all percussion instruments and the growing technical demands of front ensembles. Andrew works with directors to write specific parts that meet the needs of their students. His writing is consistently impressive, and adds significant depth and quality to all of our collaborations. I am already looking forward to working with him again.”

-Zachary H. Geller
Director of Bands at Grayslake Central High School
"I have worked with Andrew on several occasions for custom drumline writing and I have always been impressed with his creativity and approach to the art form. He is responsive to edits/suggestions and strives to provide exactly what the project demands. We have enjoyed his writing for original marching band shows, cadences and arrangements of existing music. I will continue to work with Andrew in the future and would recommend him to anyone looking for tasteful and artistic percussion writing."

-Matthew Kastor
Director of Bands - Lakes Community High School

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Whether you have a question about a published piece, want more information on custom percussion arrangements, commissions, or clinics…

Hello! My name is Andrew.

I compose music for percussion ensembles, soloists, and marching bands. I use my experience as a percussion director to create educationally appropriate music that engages your students and audience.