August 07, 2025 I Appointments
Pearl Names Thom Hannum as Director of Education
Thom Hannum
Pearl Corporation has added marching percussion educator, Thom Hannum, as director of education. As a respected voice in the world of marching percussion, Hannum brings decades of experience, innovation and leadership to this new role. Known for his work with The Crossmen, The Cadets, Star of Indiana, Blast!, Carolina Crown and UMass, Hannum is a DCI and World Drum Corps Hall of Fame inductee and PAS Hall of Fame Inductee. As director of education, Hannum will spearhead initiatives that foster musical growth, community engagement, and brand alignment through educational outreach and programming.
“To be named director of education at Pearl is a major milestone in my professional career — reflective of a 43-year association with Pearl as an artist and clinician,” Hannum said, “It is both flattering and humbling. Let’s get started!”
“With over four decades of partnership, Thom’s transition into the role of director of education marks not only a continuation — but an evolution — of our long-standing relationship,” said Glen Caruba, vice president of sales & marketing at Pearl Corporation. “His legendary knowledge and experience in school music education have shaped the industry, and his guidance will be instrumental in steering Pearl’s Band & Orchestra initiatives into the future.”
“Without music education, there’s simply no music industry,” said Adam Jones, director of marketing at Pearl Corporation. “This role is about more than our products - it’s about people, progress, and providing educators with the tools they need to inspire the next generation of performers.”
