BIO

Originating from Uruguay, Pablo Rieppi has established himself as a distinguished figure in the New York music scene. He is a member of the New York City Ballet Orchestra and is the Percussion Department Coordinator and Instructor at The Juilliard School's Pre-College Division and Music Advancement Program. In addition, he holds the title of Adjunct Assistant Professor of Percussion at Hofstra University.

The Houston Chronicle aptly remarked, “Pablo Rieppi sparked a lot of buzz at intermission with his ability…he was rock solid no matter what position he had to contort into to play.”

Over the past three decades, Pablo Rieppi has showcased his musical excellence on stages worldwide. His extensive experience includes regular performances with the New York Philharmonic and collaborations with various artists, from jazz and classical luminaries to rock and R&B icons. His versatility as a musician is a testament to his adaptability and skill, demonstrated by his work with Joe Zawinul, Aretha Franklin, Gustavo Dudamel, Ricardo Muti, Ray Charles, and The Who, among others.

Mr. Rieppi has also made his mark on Broadway, contributing his talents to the orchestras of The King and I, Legally Blonde, West Side Story, Beauty and The Beast, Oklahoma, The Frogs, Pacific Overtures and The Sound of Music, among others. His recording career is equally impressive, contributing to feature film scores such as Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story, Noelle, Noah, The Brave One, The Good Shepherd, You’ve Got Mail, Salem’s Lot, Gemini Man, and Zoolander 2, among others. His recording work extends to television shows and new works with various chamber ensembles.

Mr. Rieppi's passion for music education is evident in his commitment to fostering creative learning. He currently teaches at The Juilliard School and Hofstra University, with past roles at SUNY Purchase, Oberlin Conservatory, and Columbia University. His work as a teaching artist has included engagements with the POTS! Summer Seminar, Juilliard Summer Percussion Seminar, Carnegie Hall, Music For All, and various domestic and international music festivals. He has also led numerous percussion master classes worldwide. He founded Percussion On The Sound (POTS!), a year-round, pre-collegiate ensemble in residency at Hofstra University and Five Towns College. He is on the faculty of The Percussion Conservatory, an international online school.

Mr. Rieppi composed the award-winning soundtrack for Blackballed: The Bobby Dukes Story. His composition Rage and Peace for percussion and electronics was performed by the NYU Percussion Ensemble and at The Aspen Music Festival. His method book, Snare Drum Technique: Essential Basics for Daily Practice, ranks among the 30 most used snare drum method books, according to Percussive Notes. His work The Rite from 12 Modern Timpani Solos was chosen as the New Jersey All-State Timpani Solo for 2025 onward. Rhythmic Roots has gained popularity for auditions and recitals, and his accompaniments for Jacques Delecluse’s 12 Etudes for Snare Drum are available on Bandcamp. Mr. Rieppi’s works are published by Bachovich Music, with videos accessible on PRieppiMusic.com, ThePercussionConservatory.com, PercussionOntheSound.com, and YouTube.

Mr. Rieppi's career is underpinned by his academic achievements, which include a Master’s Degree and Professional Studies Certificate from The Juilliard School, a Bachelor’s Degree from George Mason University, and an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Five Towns College. He proudly endorses Innovative Percussion, Yamaha, and Zildjian musical instruments. Mr. Rieppi is the President of the Percussive Arts Society New York Chapter.