Professor & Performer

Adam Cowger is currently an Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Percussion Studies at Joliet Junior College. As a performer, Adam recently formed the Screaming Norwegians percussion duo with fellow percussion educator/performer Ben Wahlund. He maintains an active performing schedule with the tribute band The Chicago Experience and numerous professional groups in the Chicagoland area.

In addition, Adam has performed at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention, twice at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival, and can be heard on Liam Teague and Robert Chappell’s recent CD Open Window.

Adam holds a master’s degree from Northern Illinois University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Dakota, both in percussion performance. His principal teachers include Greg Beyer, Michael Blake, Robert Chappell, Rich Holly and Rodrigo Villanueva. Adam is proud to endorse Innovative Percussion sticks and mallets and Tycoon Percussion instruments.