Percussionist, collaborator, and composer Corey Denham is committed to the commissioning and performance of new and improvised music. Corey has formerly held teaching positions at Indiana University- Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) and Indiana State University. Corey is a founding member of Forward Motion, an Indianapolis-based chamber ensemble that has commissioned and performed contemporary music in various venues around the Midwest since 2016. Corey can be heard on recordings through labels such as Potenza Music, Temporary Residence Limited, Medium Sound and numerous self-released projects. As a commissioner and collaborator Corey has worked closely with notable musicians and composers including Rob Funkhouser, Eric Salazar, Jenna Page, Stuart Hyatt & Derek Johnson. Most recently he co- released Soundscapes Vol. 1 with flutist Jenna Page, an album of flute and percussion improvisations inspired by iconic locations in Indianapolis IN. Corey serves as a board member for New Works Project a non-profit organization that enables musicians to participate in the commissioning of new music at an accessible price. For more information visit: forwardmotionnewmusic.com