May 2025 - This 3-day performance series at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts featured a strong showing of VA and Richmond-based percussionists, including Nate Smith, Dr. Jovia Armstrong, Dusty Ray Simmons, Kelli Strawbridge, Billy Williams, Ethan Johnstone, Stephan Larue, Kurt Patterson, Giustino Riccio, and Rei Alvarez. Video: excerpt from drummer Dusty Ray Simmons’ performance on opening night.