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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Years at Pacific Crest: 2013
Performer Profile: Nolan Mori
Years at Pacific Crest: 2011, 2012, 2013
Performer Profile: Kendall Welling
Years at Pacific Crest: 2013
A Change In Corps Management
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
So Cal Weekend Opens Today in Oceanside
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
Years at Pacific Crest: 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012
Performer Profile: Dominic Pultz
Years at Pacific Crest: 2010, 2011, and 2012 (Contra)
Performer Profile: Hannah Brown
Years at Pacific Crest: 2012 and 2013 (Trumpet)
Performer Profile: Jake Roberts
Years at Pacific Crest: 2012 and 2013 (Front Ensemble)
Meet the 2013 Brass Section Leaders
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
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
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
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
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
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
Pacific Crest Drum Corps tuition and fees have been posted for the 2013 season.
Performer Profile: Amy Tsou
Years at Pacific Crest: 2011 and 2012 (Front Ensemble)
Matt Lackey and Bill Fritz to Lead Visual Program
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
Years at Pacific Crest: 2010, 2011, and 2012 (Mellophone)
Performer Profile: Katie Fundora
Years at Pacific Crest: 2011 and 2012 (Color Guard)
Seth Murphy Appointed Brass Co-Caption Head
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
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
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
A time lapse look at PC's April Rehearsal Camp in this episode of CampBLOG.
Registration Now Open for Summer Snare Camp 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
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
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
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!
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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