Under the leadership of Dr. Tommy Dobbs, the Â鶹´«Ã½ Percussion Ensemble aims to perform innovative and contemporary percussion ensemble literature, while also paying tribute to the historical standards of the canon. Featured events showcasing the Â鶹´«Ã½PE include a Red Norvo tribute in Austin, a regional premiere of Stravinsky's "Les Noces," and a concert at the Percussive Arts Society. The Â鶹´«Ã½PE performs fall and spring concerts on campus, and has collaborated with various musical organizations such as the Â鶹´«Ã½ chapter of the Percussive Arts Society, Canterbury Choral Society, and Ballet Â鶹´«Ã½. Â鶹´«Ã½ Percussion has hosted several guest artists including Nexus, Joe Morello, Stanley Leonard, and Andy Harnsberger.