Ethan Hicks

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Percussion technician at Marching Pride of Lawrence Township
January 1, 2021 - June 21, 2024
Served as a percussion technician for the lead section of 15+ students, teaching various techniques and disciplines including drumline and front ensemble. Coordinated and collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure student success.
Drum Instructor at School of Rock
January 1, 2025 - June 21, 2024
Provided private and group drumset lessons for students of all ages, teaching drumset and music theory in a performance-based music education environment.
Entertainment provider and official drumline member at High Octane Entertainment (Indiana Pacers & Indiana Fever)
January 1, 2018 - June 21, 2024
Provided entertainment as the official drumline for Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever. Participated in high-profile events such as NBA All-Star 2024, Indiana Motor Speedway Events, and the National Conference of State Legislators Reception (2023).
Percussion Technician at Marching Pride of Lawrence Township
January 1, 2021 - June 19, 2024
Led percussion section of 15+ students and taught various techniques and disciplines including Drumline & Front Ensemble. Coordinated and collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure student success.
Drum Instructor at School of Rock
January 1, 2025 - June 19, 2024
Provided private and group drumset lessons for students of all ages, teaching drumset skills and music theory in a performance-based music education environment.
Entertainment Provider and Official Drumline Member at High Octane Entertainment (Indiana Pacers & Indiana Fever)
January 1, 2018 - June 19, 2024
Served as the official drumline for Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever, performing at high-profile events such as NBA All-Star 2024, Indiana Motor Speedway events, and National Conference of State Legislators Reception 2023.
Percussion Technician at Marching Pride of Lawrence Township
January 1, 2021 - December 8, 2023
Lead percussion technician for a section of 15+ students, teaching various techniques and disciplines including Drumline and Front Ensemble. Coordinated and collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure student success.
Drum Instructor at School of Rock
January 1, 2025 - April 27, 2024
Provided private and group drumset lessons for students of all ages, teaching drumset and music theory within a performance-based music education environment.
Entertainment Provider and Official Drumline Member at High Octane Entertainment (Indiana Pacers & Indiana Fever)
January 1, 2018 - April 27, 2024
Performed as part of the official drumline and entertainment provider for Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever. Featured in high-profile events including the NBA All-Star 2024, Indiana Motor Speedway Events, and the National Conference of State Legislators Reception (2023).
Percussion Technician at Marching Pride of Lawrence Township
January 1, 2021 - June 9, 2024
Percussion technician for lead section of 15+ students and taught a variety of techniques and disciplines (Drumline & Front Ensemble). Coordinated and collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure student success.
Drum Instructor at School of Rock
January 1, 2025 - June 9, 2024
Private/group drumset lessons for students of all ages, teaching drumset and music theory in a performance-based music education environment.
Entertainment Provider & Official Drumline at High Octane Entertainment (Indiana Pacers & Indiana Fever)
January 1, 2018 - June 9, 2024
The entertainment provider and official drumline for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever. Featured in high-profile events and performances, including NBA All-Star 2024, Indiana Motor Speedway Events, and National Conference of State Legislators Reception (2023).
Percussion Technician at Marching Pride of Lawrence Township
January 1, 2021 - Present
Worked as percussion technician for the lead section of 15+ students, teaching a variety of techniques and disciplines (Drumline & Front Ensemble). Coordinated and collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure student success.
Drum Instructor at School of Rock
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provided private and group drumset lessons for students of all ages, teaching drumset and music theory in a performance-based music education environment.
Entertainment Provider Official Drumline Musician at High Octane Entertainment / Indiana Pacers & Indiana Fever
January 1, 2018 - Present
Served as the entertainment provider and official drumline for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever, performing at high-profile events such as NBA All-Star 2024, Indiana Motor Speedway Events, and National Conference of State Legislators Reception (2023).
Percussionist / Drummer at Indiana Pacers Drumline / Indiana Fever Entertainment / Indianapolis Colts
January 1, 2021 - Present
Entertainment provider and official drumline for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever; featured in high-profile events and performances, including NBA All-Star 2024, NBA Finals 2025, and other major venues (Indiana Motor Speedway events). Collaborated with conductors and fellow musicians to deliver complex, large-scale rhythmic performances across genres; performed with traditional West African ensembles and other groups to support live shows.
Drumline Instructor – The Herd Drumline at The Herd Drumline, Lawrence Township
January 1, 2018 - Present
Drumline instructor and lead section mentor; instructed and supervised 15+ students, coordinated with a multi-disciplinary team, and delivered private/group drum set lessons and music theory in a performance-based program.
Percussionist at Indiana Pacers & Indiana Fever
January 1, 2021 - Present
Entertainment provider and official drumline; featured in high-profile events and performances, including NBA All-Star 2024 and NBA Finals 2025; coordinated with conductors and fellow musicians to deliver precise rhythmic execution across genres.
Percussion Technician / Drumline Instructor at Lawrence Township High School / The Herd Drumline
January 1, 2020 - September 28, 2025
Percussion technician for lead section of 15+ students; taught a variety of techniques and disciplines (Drumline & Front Ensemble); coordinated with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure student success; private/group drum set lessons and music theory in a performing-based music education environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Ball State University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at Ball State University College of Fine Arts
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at Ball State University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at Ball State University College of Fine Arts
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at Ball State University, College of Fine Arts
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at Ball State University College of Fine Arts
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Science, Music Media Production at Ball State University, College of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2025
Bachelor of Science at Ball State University, College of Fine Arts
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Dr. Muller Percussion Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
College of Fine Arts Dean’s Student Advisory
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
ASCAP
January 11, 2030 - July 4, 2025
Percussive Arts Society
January 11, 2030 - July 4, 2025
ASCAP Membership
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Percussive Arts Society Membership
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Dr. Muller Percussion Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Dr. Muller Percussion Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
College of Fine Arts Dean’s Student Advisory
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
ASCAP Membership
January 11, 2030 - July 4, 2025
Percussive Arts Society Membership
January 11, 2030 - July 4, 2025
Deans List
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Deans List
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Dr. Muller Percussion Scholarship
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
College of Fine Arts Dean’s Student Advisory
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
ASCAP
January 1, 2018 - June 9, 2024
Percussive Arts Society
January 1, 2018 - June 9, 2024
Dr. Muller Percussion Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
College of Fine Arts Dean’s Student Advisory
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
ASCAP Membership
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Percussive Arts Society Membership
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Percussion Scholarship
January 1, 2020 - September 28, 2025
Dean's List (Fine Arts)
January 1, 2023 - September 28, 2025
Percussion Scholarship
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Dean's List (College of Fine Arts)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Percussion Scholarship (Barbara D. and Erwin C. Mueller)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other