Effectively lead your peers, develop strong rehearsal strategies, and foster a positive and inclusive culture within your music program. Our camps combine hands-on activities, discussion-based learning, and research-backed leadership principles to prepare you for success in you role. Gain practical tools and strategies to bring leadership excellence back to your school.
A four-day interactive experience with Pacific Crest. You will work side-by-side with corps members, rehearsing in the same location, learning directly from members and staff, and even eating meals from the Pacific Crest food truck—just like a drum corps member! This unparalleled opportunity provides you with firsthand insight into the dedication, discipline, and teamwork required at the highest level of marching arts. From conducting the corps to playing alongside world-class performers, this camp offers an experience like no other, leaving you with inspiration, new skills, and a deeper appreciation for leadership in music.
Wed, June 11 – Sat, June 14
Royal Oak Middle School
303 Glendora Ave
Covina, CA 91724
Wed, June 25 – Sat, June 28
Canyon Springs High School
23100 Cougar Canyon Rd
Moreno Valley, CA 92557
A two-day intensive experience, where students learn alongside other leaders in their community. LeadershipINTENSIVE is a jam-packed collaborative experience, focused on the leadership, communication, and culture building tools you can take back to your band to your school. And these can take place closer to you and your community.
June 17 – 18
Mission Hill High School
Mission Hills Ct
San Marcos, CA 92069
June 21 – 22
Canyon High School
19300 W Nadal St
Canyon Country, CA 91351
July 5 – 6
Trabuco Hills High School
27501 Mustang Run
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
What You’ll Learn
- Levels of Leadership
- Understanding Your Leadership Style
- Conducting Basics
- Musical Score Study
- Sectional Rehearsal Techniques
- Effective Stretching
- Health & Safety in Marching Band
- Building Culture and Community
- Relationships, Communication, Conflict Resolution
- Dealing with Burnout
- Goal-Setting
What’s Included
- 4 days of instruction
- Interactive sessions with Pacific Crest
- Access to a Pacific Crest community performance
- Camp T-Shirt
- Ticket to Drum Corps at the Rose Bowl (July 12)
Schedule
12:30 pm – 8:30 pm each day
Pricing
$385 – Early Bird Price
$435 – If purchased within 7 days of camp start date
What You’ll Learn
- Levels of Leadership
- Understanding Your Leadership Style
- Conducting Basics
- Sectional Rehearsal Techniques
- Health & Safety in Marching Band
- Building Culture and Community
- Relationships, Communication, Conflict Resolution
- Dealing with Burnout
- Goal-Setting
What’s Included
- 2 days of instruction
- Camp T-Shirt
- Ticket to Drum Corps at the Rose Bowl (July 12)
Schedule
12:30 pm – 8:30 pm each day
Pricing
$195 – Early Bird Price
$245 – If purchased within 7 days of camp start date
Note: Not all instructors teach at every camp.
Sarah Choi
Jason Lomeda
Mark Kveton
Ashley Kocour
