Rhythm & Pulse CHALLENGE


Free to enter • Global online challenge (18+) • Win a $1000 Pearl Philharmonic Aluminium Snare Drum • Designed to build timing, groove and musicality. 


Presented by the World Percussion Group (WPG) to celebrate their 10-year anniversary tour. Backing track + score provided below. Open worldwide to drummers and percussionists aged 18 and over. Prizes can be awarded at anytime during the competition so upload soon to be in the mix!


You can perform the Rhythm & Pulse Challenge on any instrument - the score is simply a guide to spark your creativity.

Enter Now Download Score & Track How To Enter Giveaway Special Thanks

How To Enter

1) Download the score, backing track or click track.

2) Learn the piece (~2 minutes). Submit either a 60-second clip or the full performance (judges score your best 60s).

3) Record a vertical video. Good lighting; instrument + track/click audible.

4) Post to Instagram, TikTok or YouTube Shorts using #WPGPulse and tag @worldpercussiongroup.

Copy-paste caption (recommended):

I’m entering the #WPGPulse 🎶
Download the free score & track 👉 www.worldpercussiongroup.com
@WorldPercussionGroup

5) Submit your entry link + details below to be officially counted.

Downloads & Tutorial

Rhythm & Pulse Score (PDF) Backing Track with Click (MP3) Click Track Only (MP3)

Tip: keep your click audible in the mix so judges can verify pulse accuracy.

Prizes 

Rhythm & Pulse Challenge Prizes (Prizes can be awarded at anytime during the Competition Deadline)

  • Pearl Philharmonic 14 x 5" Aluminium Snare Drum (worth $1000)
  • Sabian HHX Evolution Performance Pack (worth $1500)
  • Black Swamp Tambourine of your choice (worth $250)

Giveaway Prizes

  • 3 x Rooted by Brian Blume (Tapspace Score - worth $24 each) 
  • 3 x Pulsar for Snare Drum by Francisco Perez (Tapspace Score - worth $24 each)
  • 3 x Blue Motion by Stephen Whibley (Tapspace Score - worth $35 each)
  • 1 x Pair of CL-1L Innovative Percussion Snare Sticks (worth $27 each)
  • 1 x Pair of CL-2L Innovative Percussion Snare Sticks (worth $27 each)
  • 1 x Pair of CL-3L Innovative Percussion Snare Sticks (worth $27 each)
  • 1 x Pair of CL-4L Innovative Percussion Snare Sticks (worth $27 each)
  • 10 x REMO Putty Pads (worth $25 each)

Giveaway (Random Draw)


How to enter the Giveaway

A) Required: Submit the official entry form with your Instagram handle.

B) Required: On Instagram, follow @worldpercussiongroup and tag at least 1 percussion friend under our Giveaway post.

Extra entries for performers

If you also post a 60-second #WPGPulse reel (tag @worldpercussiongroup), you’ll receive +2 bonus entries into the Giveaway. Include the post link in the form.

Verification & Winner Selection

  • We will cross-check: form submitted, account follows @worldpercussiongroup, and a valid tag comment exists.
  • All valid entries are numbered; a random number generator selects the winner. We’ll save screenshots for transparency.

This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Instagram. By entering, you release Instagram from any responsibility. Open worldwide to ages 18+. No purchase necessary. Competition winners are responsible for paying import duty & taxes in their respective country.

Special Thanks

Cameron Leach

Huge thanks to WPG Alumni Cameron Leach for offering his performance of the Rhythm & Pulse Challenge for promotional purposes.

Find out more about Cameron
Alejandro Coello Calvo

Tremendous thanks to WPG Alumni Alejandro Coello Calvo for composing the backing track to this year’s Rhythm & Pulse Challenge.

Find out more about Alejandro

Contact

Questions? Use our contact form.

Submit Your Entry

Paste your video link and details using the form below. One entry per person. Entries must remain public until results are announced.

WPG Entry Form

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