Pete Zambito earned D.M.A. (2003) and M.M. (1999) degrees in Percussion Performance from UNC Greensboro, and a B.A. (1997) degree with a focus on piano performance from Wake Forest University. During his graduate work, Zambito worked as a section percussionist in the Salisbury (NC) Symphony Orchestra and as an engrager and editor for C. Alan Publications. He previously held the position of director of percussion activities, assistant director of bands, and drumline instructor at Concord University. An active performer and clinician, he has appeared on numerous commerical recordings, has performed on marimba throughout the east coast, and arranges music and does clinics for local drumlines.