INDUSTRY PARTNERS
Jupiter Brass, Mapex Drums, Majestic Percussion
Supplier of brass and percussion instruments for our Drum and Bugle Corps
Working under a philosophy to support music education and community since 1930, Jupiter’s parent company, KHS Musical Instruments Co., Ltd., has become one of the largest musical instrument producers in the world today. Incorporating some of the fastest growing brands today, KHS can offer a full line of quality instruments to school music programs and individual players.
Creative Costuming & Designs
Supplier of musicians uniforms and color guard costumes for our Drum and Bugle Corps
Creative Costuming & Design was founded in 1992 as a true passion project for husband and wife team, Kevin and Noreen Roberts, who once performed in drum corps, band and color guard themselves. Since then the company has grown into one of the design industry’s leading distributor of custom costumes. Creative Costuming & Designs is dedicated to all groups and levels of competition. Our goal is to make each performer look and feel like a champion.
Drillmaster Shoes
Supplier of performance footwear for our Drum and Bugle Corps
THERE WERE SPECIAL SHOES FOR EVERY OTHER ACTIVITY — WHY NOT A SHOE DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR MARCHING? So in 1984, Drillmasters introduced the world’s first marching shoe, which was completely different and totally unique due to its ROLLED-HEEL technology. By effectively rounding/radiusing the heel, this innovation made it virtually impossible not to do a perfect corps-style “roll-step.” The ROLLED-HEEL was so revolutionary and so effective in improving marching it was awarded several US patents.
Synced Up Audio
Supplier of audio gear carts for our Drum and Bugle Corps
World-Class services and expertise catered to the field, floor, or stage…wherever you’re performing,
Remo
Supplier of drum heads for our Drum and Bugle Corps
Remo, Inc., is the world’s largest drum head company. For more than 60 years, they have led the way in synthetic drum head and shell development to enhance and expand the possibilities of percussion. The company is focused on developing and delivering quality accessories, instruments and programs for use in addressing all levels and aspects of global drumming activities. All of these combined efforts are what make Remo a worldwide leader in the percussion, lifestyle and specials needs industries.
Treeworks
Supplier of wind chimes and sound effects for our Drum and Bugle Corps
Developed and engineered by a percussionist frustrated by a scarcity of quality instruments, TreeWorks Chimes was founded in 1996 to provide musicians with, unquestionably, the finest chime that can be made.
Ultimate Drill Book
Supplier of drill and staging software for our Drum and Bugle Corps
Pacific Crest’s performers use the Ultimate Dot Book. The UDBapp has changed the way marching ensembles around the world learn and clean their drill. The smart phone app – combined with the spiral-bound dot book – takes teaching and learning drill to a new level.
Vic Firth, Inc.
Supplier of sticks and mallets for our Drum and Bugle Corps
For over 40 years, Vic Firth Inc. has produced the finest drumsticks and mallets available. Innovative design, coupled with uncompromising quality control, truly provides our customers with the “Perfect Pair”. It is this commitment that makes us the world’s largest manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets.
Zildjian
Supplier of cymbals, sounds, and gongs for our Drum and Bugle Corps
Founded by Avedis Zildjian in the year 1623 in the city of Constantinople, Zildjian cymbals have been manufactured for almost 400 years. The company moved their headquarters to Massachusetts in 1928 and have operated there ever since. The Zildjian family have ran the company since its founding. It is one of the oldest companies in the world, and is the #1 seller of Cymbals in the world.
Sticktape.com / Guardtape.com
Supplier of stick and guard tape for our Drum and Bugle Corps.
Our tape was selected specifically to address the needs of percussion instructors, guard instructors, and performers. Sticktape and Guardtape have been specifically selected for suitability as stick, mallet, flag pole, and rifle wrapping tape. The tape is more impervious to damage and shrinkage than electrical tape, and the adhesive stands up to temperatures of over 150 degree Fahrenheit.
MAJOR CORPORATE SPONSORS
City of Industry
Major Sponsor
From the surrounding mountains, to the nearby deserts, to the Pacific Ocean, an unlimited range of sports and outdoor recreational activities are available throughout the year. Residents in the communities surrounding the City of Industry are afforded convenient and easy access to numerous recreational areas in Southern California. The City of Industry is at the center of Southern California activities, located at the confluence of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties.
Valley Vista Services
Major Sponsor
Headquartered in the City of Industry, and focused on improving the quality of life through proper and efficient waste disposal, Valley Vista Services aims to leave a clean and lasting mark. We build and foster relationships through our service, community engagement, and innovative waste disposal and recycling programs.
DCP Partners, LLC
Provider of Web hosting and IT consulting
DCP Partners provides a full range of internet hosting and information services, including: web handyman services for your existing site, website development using WordPress and other content management systems, site and domain administration, and complete site design and application development …. all delivered with a focus on creative solutions and EXTREME support.
OUTREACH AND EDUCATION SPONSORS
Mazda USA
Major Underwriter of our Outreach and Education Programs
Mazda’s mantra is simple: Make cars that make driving matter. That’s why every Mazda is built to inspire, excite and most of all – bring people joy.
Pasadena Tournament of Roses
Presenting Sponsor of our Outreach Program
What began as a small effort by Pasadena’s distinguished Valley Hunt Club to promote the city’s charm and beautiful weather, the Tournament of Roses has since become America’s New Year Celebration. The 134th Rose Parade presented by Honda and the 109th Rose Bowl Game will greet the world on the second day of the year in 2023, keeping with the “Never on Sunday” tradition. The Tournament of Roses salutes the community spirit and love of pageantry that has thrived in Pasadena for more than a century.
City National Bank
City National Bank (CNB) is a bank headquartered at City National Plaza in Los Angeles, California. CNB was founded in 1957, and is the 30th largest bank in the United States as of December 31, 2023.
California Drum
In Monrovia, California, California Drums is the mecca for percussionists, where you can find quality drums and percussion instruments from popular brands.
Russell Tanakaya Photography
Russ has been the principal photographer for Pacific Crest for several years. In addition to his photography for the Corps, Russ is a featured photographer and writer for the internet magazine – Drum Corps World and an affiliated photographer for “Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep”. Russ is a member of the Professional Photographers Association, and a Sony mirrorless artist and was elected to the Pacific Crest Board of Directors in 2018 and posts thousands of Facebook / Instagram photos for the activity annually.
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Band Shoppe
Band Shoppe offers a complete line of marching band accessories and color guard accessories, including podiums, gloves, in stock and custom color guard and marching band flags, and warm-ups. And our bulk ordering system makes it easy to order all of the band accessories your group needs.
Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts
Each year, PSHA awards gifts and grants to a broad and diverse list of non-profit organizations to support their efforts in the community. We underwrite concerts to ensure that the joy of live music is made available to a wide range of audiences. We support choirs, musical theater, school marching bands, dance programs, opera, jazz bands and orchestras. This enriches the community and provides opportunities for a variety of groups – from students to seniors – to learn, enjoy and grow from their experiences in these programs.
Southern California Gas Company
The Southern California Gas Company is the primary provider of natural gas to the region of Southern California. Its headquarters are located in the Gas Company Tower in Downtown Los Angeles.
International Paper Company
Building on 125 years of manufacturing expertise, we’re here for your business now and we’re ready for your next big idea. From planet-friendly packaging to absorbent pulp, we help businesses explore their next fiber-based solution.
Outreach Program Underwriter
The mission of the Diamond Bar Community Foundation is to preserve, protect and enhance the quality of life in the City of Diamond Bar by establishing programs and facilities to address the cultural, recreational and social needs of the community.