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Guest artist: Iván Manzanilla, percussion

Guest percussionist Ivan Manzanilla presents recital
Wed, February 4, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Timashev Room 160

1866 College Rd. Columbus OH 43210

The Ohio State University Percussion Club and Percussion Studio welcomes Iván Manzanilla, guest artist, presenting a full recital on Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. in Timashev Room 160.

Selections will be announced during the performance.

This event is free and open to the public. No ticket required.


Iván Manzanilla is one of Mexico’s most distinguished percussionists, celebrated for his dedication to contemporary music and his dynamic presence as a performer and educator. He currently serves as professor and coordinator of the percussion program at the University of Guanajuato, where he mentors students through hands-on professional experiences and international collaborations. Manzanilla’s career spans solo and ensemble performances across prestigious venues worldwide, with appearances in Germany, Japan, Spain, France, and beyond. A passionate advocate for new music, he is currently developing a project through a FONCA grant to commission and premiere new works by Mexican composers. His discography appears on notable labels such as Tzadik, Innova, Wergo, and Mode, and his accolades include top prizes from UNAM and international recognition from Darmstadt’s Ferienkurse für Neue Musik. Manzanilla earned his degrees from UNAM and the University of California, San Diego, where he studied with Steven Schick.


All events are subject to change.

Getting Here

Directions and Parking

Two garage options:

Arps Garage (open to visitors M–F after 4 p.m. and on weekends) — located just north of the Timashev Music building. 

  • A good choice for events in the Timashev Recital Hall, just inside the north end of the building.

Ohio Union South Garage (open to visitors 24/7) — located just south of the Timashev Music building, next to the Ohio Union. 

  • A good choice for events in Weigel Auditorium, just inside the south end of the building, across from the Oval.
  • The only choice for visitors M–F, before 4 p.m.

Weigel Auditorium is on the second floor, via a staircase in the south lobby.

  • The elevator to Weigel Auditorium is in the back hallway, located behind the Music Commons.

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