Darius McCann, from Indianapolis, Indiana, is a 2026 graduate from Indiana University, having studied  under the guidance of Professors Joseph Gramley, Kevin Bobo, John Tafoya, and Sean Dobbins; previously studying underneath Dr. Joseph Galvin as his primary instructor for Afro-Cuban and salsa studies. 

During his time at IU, Darius has played in several of the university’s ensembles, including but not limited to the IU Percussion Ensemble, various Bands/Orchestras, New Music Ensemble, and Steel Pan ensemble. Darius has also performed alongside Kevin Bobo and recorded alongside Dr. Liam Teague for his and Kevin Bobo’s work “Origins and Expansions for Steelpan and Wind Ensemble,” as well as performed with the IU Percussion Ensemble at PASIC in 2023, premiering Kevin Bobo’s “Phobias.” 

Darius has taught at multiple high schools around the Indianapolis/Bloomington area, and is currently on staff with Music City Drum Corps, beginning during the 2026 seasons.

Darius McCann has also previously marched with multiple drum corps and WGI groups, which include Veritas PIW (2022-2023), Music City Drum Corps (2023), Rhythm X (2024-2026), and The Bluecoats (2024-2025). His accolades from his marching career include receiving two silver medals with Rhythm X, as well as gold medal with the group during the 2026 season. His DCI accolades include receiving the gold medal at DCI Finals in 2024 with The Bluecoats, and receiving the silver medal with the Bluecoats for the 2025 season.