Shilo Stroman is a musical chameleon determined to fit into any musical situation supported by his wide ranging musical skill set, a laid back attitude and a desire to push himself artistically. His thirst for performing began at the age of 5 when his parents purchased a toy drum set. Armed with his dad’s record collection, an empty basement and chopsticks as drumsticks, the journey began. He continues on this path with a diverse schedule of performing, composing and teaching. A versatile performer, Mr. Stroman’s credits range from playing triangle in symphony orchestras, electric bass in salsa bands, drums in funk bands and flower pots in chamber groups. He performed the world premier of James David’s Scala Enigmatica for solo vibraphone and symphonic band in 2016. Performing his own originals, Red Hot Chili Pepper covers, and the occasional country tune, Mr. Stroman’s contemporary jazz quartet, Square Peg released their first recording, Searching in 2013. In 2006, he commissioned and performed the world premiere of Sticks and Stones variations for drumset and wind ensemble by Jim Bonney. Shilo can also be heard on various Jazz, Rock and singer/songwriter recordings. As an educator, Mr. Stroman is senior instructor of Percussion and Jazz at Colorado State University where he teaches lessons, oversees the marching band drumline, Jazz Pedagogy, Jazz History, Percussion Methods, and Marching Band Techniques. Mr. Stroman is also very active in the marching arts and arranges for several WGI groups and high school marching bands around the country. From 2016-2022, he was the Artistic Director/Front Ensemble Arranger for The Battalion Drum and Bugle Corps. Mr. Stroman’s love of travel and sharing his passion for music education has led him to presenting clinics, adjudicating festivals, and judging competitions. Most recently he directed the 2025 Colorado Small School All State Jazz Band. He has presented clinics at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention, state music education conferences, middle schools, high schools, and colleges throughout the United States. He has adjudicated at the UNC/Greeley Jazz Festival, The Kinser Jazz Festival as well as many smaller Jazz festivals. He also regularly judges marching band and indoor percussion contests around the country. Mr. Stroman is a Yamaha Performing Artist and a proud endorser of Vic Firth, Evans, and Sabian products.