Ben Millesen is a percussionist and educator currently studying at Shenandoah Conservatory, pursuing a Master of Music in Performance degree under the direction of Dr. Karlyn Viña. He will be working as a graduate assistant for the brand new Shenandoah University Marching Band drumline.

Ben has had the privilege to perform in James Madison University's (JMU) Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble and the Marching Royal Dukes. During his time at JMU, Ben performed in the premiers of Radiance by Eric Guinivan, The Sword of Shannara by Dennis Luginbill and Nature Scenes by Jack Yagerline. In addition, Ben has also had experience in jazz bands, pep bands, steel bands and musical pit orchestras.

As an educator, Ben has taught as a percussion instructor at multiple high schools throughout the Shenandoah Valley, such as Bath County High School and Harrisonburg High School. Ben has also taught both in-person and online lessons to private students ranging from the elementary school level to the high school level.

Ben holds a Bachelor of Music in Performance degree from James Madison University, under the direction of Casey Cangelosi. Ben has also had the privilege of studying with renowned teachers, including Laurel Black, Roger Braun, Marlon Foster, Dr. Caleb Pickering, Ryan Swanson and Aaron Trumbore.