Every year, percussion ensembles around the United States work up their shows for competition. The pieces often feature mind-boggling rhythms that still sit in the groove. This year, Infinity Percussion out of Orlando, Florida caught global attention for their 2026 production called “Resonate.” A TikTok clip of the opening snare break went viral, garnering over 280,000 views and inspiring drummers to try it themselves.
While it’s an impressive piece, its appeal goes beyond sheer speed. It showcases precision, phrasing, and a musicality that sets up the show’s larger artistic idea.
“This one is packed with hybrid rudiments, dynamic control, and musical phrasing — perfect for marching snare drummers, drumline players, or anyone wanting stronger hands,” says drummer and instructor Geoff Fry.
Watch the viral clip, and then get the Infinity Percussion Snare Break transcription to practice along.
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What is Infinity Percussion?
Infinity Percussion is an organization founded in 2007 by Tom Hurst, John Campese, and Lee Hansen. The group’s website states that it was created for the highest level of performance competition and to foster the growth of youth through music.
“We provide high-quality education for our members ranging in age from 14 to 22, focusing on the self-development of dedication, teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship,” they write.
The music for “Resonate” was designed by Mike Hansen and Matt Albano. They found inspiration from the Norwegian singer-songwriter Aurora, whose vocals they sampled to give the piece ambiance.
Watch Infinity run the whole show to see how the snare opener fits in.
Breaking Down the Infinity 2026 Snare Break
The Infinity 2026 snare opener is written in 6/4 and is played around 110 beats per minute. It begins with a stream of sixteenth notes in the first bar. Although it’s a simple idea, the first note is played with the right hand and the rest are played with the left hand, making it a test of your hand independence. The next bar begins to incorporate accents to give the line shape, eventually blossoming into varying rhythms.
As Fry mentions, the piece uses many rudiments, such as paradiddle-diddles and Swiss flam drags, to creatively to form a musical line. Drummers must also use dynamics to bring the music to life. By subtly shifting where the stick strikes the head, also known as playing zones, they create a different feel that adds dimension to the militaristic style.
Follow along with Fry as he breaks down the piece bar-by-bar.
As he explains in the video, the best way to work this line up is to start at a slower tempo, only bumping up your metronome once you can play it cleanly.
With the show “Resonate,” Infinity Percussion proves that a great snare feature is more than just speed. It’s about control, intention, and musicality. Those things all come with practice, just like patience and determination. Now it’s time to pick up your sticks and get to work.
