Alex Perez received his Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Performance from Fresno State in 2025 and is currently pursuing his Master of Arts in Instrumental Performance at Fresno State. During his time there, Alex has been an active member of the university’s music program, performing with the Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Orchestra, and Percussion Ensemble.
Alex has performed with the Fresno State Wind Orchestra since Fall 2023, performing under Dr. Gary P. Gilroy, now performing under Professor Steve McKeithen. He currently serves as a Graduate Assistant for the Wind Orchestra, where he works as the ensemble’s librarian and Percussion Manager. Through these roles, Alex continues to develop his musicianship while gaining valuable experience in ensemble leadership, organization, and percussion education.
Alex has been teaching percussion throughout the Central Valley since 2022 and is currently a Percussion instructor for Justin Garza High School. He joined staff at Red Wave Indoor in 2026, bringing his experience as both an educator and performer to the ensemble.
As a performer, Alex marched with Red Wave Indoor in 2023 and 2025 and spent three seasons with the Sacramento Mandarins Drum & Bugle Corps from 2023-2025. His experience in both WGI and DCI activities has provided him with a strong understanding of the commitment, musicianship, and discipline required to perform at the highest level.
Alex is dedicated to continuing his growth as a musician and educator while inspiring and developing the next generation of percussionists through performance and education.