Drums in a Gym: Jeffrey T Gentry

Drums in a Gym
5107 ASPEN LANE
PLAINFIELD, IN 46168
ph: 317-750-9202
jgentry@drumsinagym.com

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Jeff Gentry, Visual Designer: The year of 2022 marks Jeff's 37th year involved in the performance arts. He has designed and judged all levels of the visual arts activities.

He has written/designed for Marching Bands, Color Guards, Drum Lines and Drum & Bugle Corps in twelve different states and two provinces of Canada.

His visual designs have been awarded 6 consecutive World Class, 5 Open Class, 1 A Class and 1 AA Class Indiana Percussion Association (IPA) State Championships. This is a unique distinction as he is the only designer to have had groups win all four of IPA's movement classes and he has had at least one IPA Champion for 8 consecutive years. On the International stage he is in rare company having designed for back to back WGI Scholastic World Class Champions in 2005 & 2006.

His marching band designs have accumulated multiple State titles, hundreds of Visual/GE Visual caption awards and been consistent Indiana State Finalist.

Visual Design

It is your program, you should get the product you want.

Professional services available:

Award-winning drills/visual designs
Custom uniforms
Full set designs
Program consulting

Some Warm Fuzzies:

"As this year (and my time at Tate) winds down I just wanted to thank you for the positive impact that you have made on the Tate band program since you became involved with us. You have given Tate a quality visual product and much more every year and I appreciate it. Bringing you on board was one of the best decisions I ever made for this program! I have the highest respect for you and your work. "

Joe Hooten.

Tate HS, FL

"And thank you, Jeff, for creating a standard of excellence for the entire activity that will last far beyond your time. The success of your groups and the joy of their members are a testament to your dedication and devotion to WGI and Indoor Percussion in general. We couldn't have done it without you."

Ben Sisson

Plainfield HS, IN

"Jeff.. You are one of the guys who has changed the activity. I've watched your shows hundreds of times and your ideas have changed the way I design. Good luck to all your groups at WGI."

Jason Slone

Dekalb HS, IN

I just had a colleague in yesterday and he was impressed with the design and how clean the sets are- that was nice to hear!

Jeremy Kozman

Hilliard Darby HS, OH

Your drill is amazing and we are so lucky and thankful to have you and your talents on board with us.

Thank you

Justin Harvison

Germantown HS, MS

What a touching program. This is a show I would love to show someone who has never seen indoor percussion before.

Micheal Reed

Writer for WGI

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"I have worked with Jeff many times over the years and have to say that he is one of the most professional team players I have encountered. The work is on-time. It is what you have asked for and he will work with you on your creative ideas and offer suggestions to make your ideas even better. He will also gently guide you away from the "not so good" ideas that could also spell disaster early on. Working with Jeff is always a pleasure."

Top Qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative

Eric Sabach has recommended your work as Drill Designer.

the drill looks absolutely incredible!!! You did a great
job. I’m so excited about having a good drill instead of having to cover up a bad drill with a lot of band visuals. You've made may job a lot easier.

Lynne Russell - MS

The drill is great. I could not hope for anything better. Everyone who see it is totally knocked out!!

This show was really well received by fans, students, directors and judges. I really appreciate your work.

Roger Edwards - TX

Jeff,

The drill is great! Thank you for doing exactly what we wanted. Placement of the brass section on the hits is terrific. It couldn't be better!
Thanks again for your talent level, great attitude and desires to work hard to please our staff. You are a joy to work with. Thanks again!!!!

Dr. David Daignault - MS

Glen convinced Michael Cesario to serve as a consultant for our group and that's how we got your name. We are really excited about the prospect of "stepping up" our marching program and Michael assures us that YOU are the best!

Gordon Hart - NM

The drill is working great and I am quite pleased with the drumline drill. I think it's the best we have had!

Tommy Thompson - MS