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News For Educators

2014 Color Guard Staff Announced

December 1, 2013

Pacific Crest announces its staff of color guard educators for the 2014 pre-season. These movement and equipment technicians are ready to take the color guard program to a new level of performance excellence.

2014 Percussion Staff Announced

November 13, 2013

Pacific Crest is pleased to introduce its staff of percussion educators for the 2014 season. Caption Head Andy Bill has reorganized the staff to create a more effective environment for superior achievement. With Tom Aungst returning as an adviser to the staff, the 2014 percussion program is prepared

2014 Visual Staff Announced

October 30, 2013

Pacific Crest introduces its visual staff for the 2014 season. Caption Supervisor Matt Lackey and Caption Head Bill Fritz have put together a team of educators who care committed to the member experience at Pacific Crest, and excited to be working alongside DCI Hall of Fame member, Todd Ryan.

Accepting Applications for the 2014 Season

October 28, 2013

Are you interested in performing with Pacific Crest in 2014? Now's your chance to take advantage of an awesome and mind blowing experience that will change your life! If you thought watching the show was amazing, imagine what it's like to perform in it.

2014 Brass Staff Announced

October 22, 2013

Pacific Crest is excited to announce its staff of brass educators for the 2014 season. Combining a core group of returning Pacific Crest staff with some new faces, nationally-renowned consultants, and a reorganized structure, Caption Heads Brad Davis and Seth Murphy have created a destination for

Todd Ryan: 2014 Visual Consultant

October 15, 2013

Drum Corps International Hall of Fame member Todd Ryan will work as Visual Consultant for Pacific Crest's 2014 season. Todd is Visual Caption Head for the Blue Devils, and is a world renowned educator and clinician. Pacific Crest Visual Co-Caption Heads, Matt Lackey and Bill Fritz, have hired Todd

2014 Design Team

October 1, 2013

Program Coordinator Mark Gunderson has finalized the members of Pacific Crest's creative team for the 2014 season. There are familiar faces as well as  new folks he's added to the team. Continuing in his role, Mark will manage the instructional staff and facilitate the design and implementation of

Performer Profile: Robin Truong

September 25, 2013

Years at Pacific Crest: 2013

Performer Profile: Nolan Mori

September 25, 2013

Years at Pacific Crest: 2011, 2012, 2013

Performer Profile: Kendall Welling

September 25, 2013

Years at Pacific Crest: 2013

A Change In Corps Management

September 6, 2013

Corps Manager David Pham has resigned after serving in that position for two years. David has been a member of Pacific Crest's staff since 2006, and has served as visual instructor, Tour Director, and Corps Manager. He performed with Pacific Crest from 2002 - 2005 in the tuba section.

Schools and Cities Represented

September 2, 2013

Pacific Crest's 2013 members included 154 students from 92 colleges, universities, and high schools. The corps represented 94 cities, including a handful of out-of-state students representing 7 states and Japan.

John Meehan to Lead Musical Design for 2014

August 30, 2013

Program Coordinator Mark Gunderson has tapped John Meehan to lead the design of the musical production for the 2014 season.

Pacific Crest Performs at Hollywood Bowl – August 16 and 17

August 14, 2013

Pacific Crest and Santa Clara Vanguard will perform in concert with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday and Saturday, August 16 and 17.

Pacific Crest to Appear in DCI Cinema Event

August 5, 2013

For the first time, Pacific Crest's entire DCI Prelims performance will be included in DCI's Big, Loud, & Live, which will be screened in more than 600 theaters nationwide in front of 40,000 people!

Mail Drops on Tour

July 11, 2013

There are three opportunities to send care packages and letters to members and staff of Pacific Crest during the national tour. We are setting up general delivery “mail drop” sites at two cities. When your mail arrives at these post offices, they will hold them until our support staff retrieves them

Pacific Crest Presents Clinic for Moreno Valley Music Students

July 4, 2013

On Wednesday, July 3rd, Pacific Crest presented a clinic to the high school music students in the Moreno Valley Unified School District. "This isn't about you becoming a member of Pacific Crest," explained Corps Manager David Pham, "It's about getting you fired up for the upcoming marching band

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So Cal Weekend Opens Today in Oceanside

June 28, 2013

Corps at the Crest San Diego takes place tonight at El Camino High School in Oceanside. This is your first opportunity to see Carolina Crown in Southern California

Performer Profile: Patrick Ryan

May 29, 2013

Years at Pacific Crest: 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012

Performer Profile: Dominic Pultz

May 29, 2013

Years at Pacific Crest: 2010, 2011, and 2012 (Contra)

Performer Profile: Hannah Brown

February 19, 2013

Years at Pacific Crest: 2012 and 2013 (Trumpet)

Performer Profile: Jake Roberts

February 19, 2013

Years at Pacific Crest: 2012 and 2013 (Front Ensemble)

Meet the 2013 Brass Section Leaders

January 16, 2013

Pacific Crest's 2013 brass section leaders were selected at the January camp. Adrian Rivas and Mark Kveton (both PC alumni) will coordinate Pacific Crest's leadership development program.

2013 Drum Majors Selected

December 21, 2012

Four drum majors were selected to lead Pacific Crest on the field for 2013. Tim Yao is returning for a second year, and will be joined by veteran member Zach Voth and two new members, DaJuan Brooks and Hobie Lindholm.

Tim Darbonne Hired as 2013 Drill Designer

December 18, 2012

Program Coordinator Mark Gunderson has tapped Tim Darbonne to be Pacific Crest's 2013 drill designer. Darbonne designs and instructs for some of the most noted band programs in the Southern United States. He's also taught for a number of World Class Drum Corps, including Madison Scouts, Troopers,

December Audition Weekend Coming Up

December 10, 2012

If you're planning to attend the December Audition Weekend (December 15 and 16), arrive by 8 AM to allow adequate time for check-in. Didn't attend the Experience Camp? No worries. We look forward to seeing you this coming weekend.

Tom Aungst Joins Percussion Staff

November 29, 2012

Tom Aungst will be joining the Pacific Crest percussion staff for the 2013 season. With more than 37 years in the drum corps activity, Tom is a recognized leader in design and instruction.

Member Health Coordinator Hired

November 27, 2012

Jim Olea is an alumnus of Pacific Crest and currently serves on the Cavaliers Medical Group. Pacific Crest has tapped him to serve as its new Member Health Coordinator.

Tuition and Payment Plans Posted

November 19, 2012

Pacific Crest Drum Corps tuition and fees have been posted for the 2013 season.

Performer Profile: Amy Tsou

October 22, 2012

Years at Pacific Crest: 2011 and 2012 (Front Ensemble)

Matt Lackey and Bill Fritz to Lead Visual Program

October 8, 2012

Matt Lackey has been a Pacific Crest visual instructor for nine seasons, but in 2013 he will lead the visual program as Caption Head. To complete the reorganization, including changes to the corps' marching technique and staffing, Matt is bringing aboard Bill Fritz as Co-Caption Head.

Performer Profile: Taylor Mathewson

September 23, 2012

Years at Pacific Crest: 2010, 2011, and 2012 (Mellophone)

Performer Profile: Katie Fundora

September 13, 2012

Years at Pacific Crest: 2011 and 2012 (Color Guard)

Seth Murphy Appointed Brass Co-Caption Head

August 29, 2012

Pacific Crest is pleased to announce the appointment of Seth Murphy as Co-Caption Head of its brass program. Murphy came to Pacific Crest last fall after three years with the Bluestars, where he served as Assistant Caption Head in 2011.

Three-Way Partnership Results In a Win-Win-Win

July 5, 2012

A unique partnership was created between the Moreno Valley Unified School District, the Moreno Valley 4th of July Parade Committee, and Pacific Crest that resulted in an agreement that met the needs of all three stakeholders.

CampBLOG: 2012 Memorial Weekend

May 30, 2012

Pacific Crest's drum majors, Tim Yao and Aaron Montalvo, share their impressions of our Memorial Weekend Camp and what it's like being rookie drum majors.

CampBLOG: 2012 April Camp

May 10, 2012

A time lapse look at PC's April Rehearsal Camp in this episode of CampBLOG.

Registration Now Open for Summer Snare Camp 2012!

May 2, 2012

Are you an advanced drummer looking to get to the next level? Or a younger student trying to make your snare line next fall? Either way, this camp’s for you!

School Group Tickets Available for Corps at the Crest

May 2, 2012

Pacific Crest's School Outreach Program offers a significant discount for school groups to attend Corps at the Crest San Diego and Corps at the Crest Walnut.

Last Three Rehearsal Camps for 2012

April 29, 2012

The winter and spring training camps are coming to an end, and the beginning of All Days is fast approaching!

Photos Posted: 2012 Dance Theater Concert

April 11, 2012

After nine weeks, the members of Pacific Crest Dance Theater took the stage in performance on Sunday, April 1, 2012. Read more for the rest of the story and photos from the concert.

Registration Open for Summer 2012 Drum Major Camp!

April 5, 2012

Registration is now open for Pacific Crest's Summer 2012 Drum Major Camp. This camp brings together educators, performers, and clinicians to develop the leadership and conducting skills required for high school drum majors. Click here for details.

CampBLOG: 2012 March Camp

April 1, 2012

Drill Designer Steven Estudillo discusses the process of bringing ideas from the page to the field in this episode of CampBLOG.

It’s Not Too Late to Join

December 8, 2011

Pacific Crest continues its auditions at our upcoming January Camp. Rose Parade participants and anyone else who couldn't make it in December are all invited to attend.  Click here for application and audition information. Questions? Send an email to David Pham, our Manager of Drum Corps Operations.

Audition Tips: Conrad Zimmer, Tuba (2009 – 2011)

November 8, 2011

When you get in the audition room just relax. All you need to do is think positively, breathe and play the music. Click here to read more of Conrad's thoughts on auditions.

Schools Represented 2011

July 19, 2011

Pacific Crest members represent 70 cities throughout Southern California, as well as Nevada, Washington, New York, Arizona, and Japan! Check out the colleges, universities, and high schools our 2011 members attend.

Corps at the Crest School Groups

May 21, 2010

Pacific Crest offers Southern California school music programs a promotional program for our Corps at the Crest Series. For school groups of 50 or more, tickets to the Walnut or Vista show are made available to you for only $5 per ticket! The value of these tickets is $15, so you can sell them to

Schools Represented

January 19, 2010

Pacific Crest members represent 70 cities throughout Southern California. Check out the colleges, universities, and high schools our 2010 members attend, as well.

Corps at the Crest School Groups

January 19, 2010

Pacific Crest offers Southern California school music programs a promotional program for our Corps at the Crest Series. For school groups of 50 or more, tickets to the Walnut or Vista show are made available to you for only $5 per ticket. The value of these tickets is $15, so you can sell them to

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