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2021 Drum Corps at the Rose Bowl

Saturday, July 31, 2021 8:00 pm Rose Bowl Stadium Pasadena, CA Drum corps is back at the Rose Bowl Stadium! This is your chance to help revive marching music this summer. Reacquaint yourself with live music in one of the world’s most iconic venues. Pacific Crest presents this 90-minute unique event of Southern California drum […]

2021 SoCal Arena Showcase

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 7:30 pm Toyota Arena Ontario, CA A first for Southern California! This is your chance to watch SoCal drum corps up-close in the comfort of a professional arena. Pacific Crest presents this showcase of music and movement by three of Southern California’s DCI corps. Experience the thrill of live performance by […]

2021 Information for Prospective Performers

To our prospective 2021 performers: Pacific Crest is pleased to announce that we intend to perform at the DCI events in Indianapolis on August 12, 13, and 14, 2021. We also expect to develop local performances in Southern California during July, that adhere to pandemic restrictions in place at the time. Our priority for these […]

Arranging for Winds – Course Description

AUTHOR: Bradley Kerr Green | FORMAT: Video + 45-Minute Private Coaching Session

Are you already creating arrangements for small ensembles or bands? Have you thought about arranging, but don’t know where to start? This master class teaches you the fundamentals of the art and science of wind arranging and provides one-on-one coaching.

Arranging for Winds – Part 1

AUTHOR: Bradley Kerr Green | FORMAT: Video + 45-Minute Private Coaching Session

Are you already creating arrangements for small ensembles or bands? Have you thought about arranging, but don’t know where to start? This master class teaches you the fundamentals of the art and science of wind arranging and provides one-on-one coaching.

Arranging for Winds – Part 2

AUTHOR: Bradley Kerr Green | FORMAT: Video + 45-Minute Private Coaching Session

Are you already creating arrangements for small ensembles or bands? Have you thought about arranging, but don’t know where to start? This master class teaches you the fundamentals of the art and science of wind arranging and provides one-on-one coaching.

Arranging for Winds – Part 3

AUTHOR: Bradley Kerr Green | FORMAT: Video + 45-Minute Private Coaching Session

Are you already creating arrangements for small ensembles or bands? Have you thought about arranging, but don’t know where to start? This master class teaches you the fundamentals of the art and science of wind arranging and provides one-on-one coaching.

Arranging for Winds – Coaching Session

AUTHOR: Bradley Kerr Green | FORMAT: Video + 45-Minute Private Coaching Session

Are you already creating arrangements for small ensembles or bands? Have you thought about arranging, but don’t know where to start? This master class teaches you the fundamentals of the art and science of wind arranging and provides one-on-one coaching.

Pacific Crest Update – November 2020

Pacific Crest is a recognized leader in the marching arts community. We are here today because of supporters like you. We will survive these harsh times, and we are eager to build on 2019’s historic success. In short: thanks to you, we are doing well. We Created a New Program When the season was cancelled […]

Pacific Crest Campaign to Raise $210,000

Pacific Crest is a recognized leader in the marching arts community. We are here today because of supporters like you. We will survive these harsh times, and we are eager to build on 2019’s historic success. But we need your help to get there. When DCI cancelled the 2020 season, we got right to work: […]

Visual Instruction for Marching Band

AUTHOR: Rudy Ruiz | DATES: May 20, May 27, June 3 | TIME: 6 pm each day

In this three-part training, Pacific Crest Visual Caption Head Rudy Ruiz addresses the art of quality visual instruction. From fundamental principles, to teaching strategies, to finding a teaching job, Rudy addresses all aspects of this subject over three one-hour webinars.

Fundraising Principles for Your Band Boosters

AUTHOR: Stuart Pompel | Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 6 pm

Are your band boosters challenged with bringing in donations? Are they looking for ways to make events more profitable? In this training, Pacific Crest CEO Stuart Pompel introduces some of the fundamental principles of nonprofit fundraising, and how they can be applied to make your booster club fundraising more effective — and fun! Stuart has 25 years of success in nonprofit fundraising. See how you can apply his techniques to your own organization.

Establishing Your Teaching Philosophy

AUTHOR: Glen Crosby | DATE: Wednesday, July 22 | TIME: 6 pm – 7:30 pm

In this master class, Pacific Crest’s Program Coordinator and world renowned percussion educator, Glen Crosby, talks about his current teaching philosophy: how his formative experiences shaped his ultimate philosophy, and how he infuses it throughout his teaching.

Wednesday, July 4, 2017

0800 – Breakfast 0900 – Rehearsal 1200 – Lunch 1300 – Rehearsal   Housing Site Map DCI Show Sheet Show Info Packet

Check PAGE 5K

The 2014 RunPC 5K/1K takes place Sunday, August 24, 2014 at Frank G Bonelli Park in the City of San Dimas. All proceeds from the run will benefit members of Pacific Crest. The 5K Run will feature a paved trail along the Picnic Valley and the shoreline of the Puddingstone Reservoir. Runners in the 5K will […]

LA Seating VERY Limited – Oceanside More Seats Available

Front-side seats are limited at Corps at the Crest Los Angeles. If they are sold out when you arrive to the ticket booth, backside seats will be available for $10 each. If you haven’t purchased tickets and have the option of attending Friday night’s show at El Camino High School, we strongly encourage you to […]

Pacific Crest 2014 Online Auction

Start your bidding this Thursday, May 15! Hotel stays, event tickets, dinner and concerts, even a signed guitar by The Who’s Roger Daltrey.

Shannon Bobo – Golf Tournament MC

Shannon Bobo has appeared in television commercials, on stage, and in a variety of Web series and independent films. In her latest film, she plays “The Walking Woman” in the horror film “Scary or Die,”, which you can find on Netflix and Chiller TV. When not acting, she spends her evenings and weekends doing stand-up […]

Japanese Applicants – 2015

Pacific Crest に興味を示していだき有り難うございます。PCは一昨年から日本からのメンバーを積極的に受け入れ始めました。2013年、PCは２０周年を迎え、一番の成績を残すことが出来ました。その結果、DCI World Championship、アメリカ全国の映画館で上映された”BIG, LOUD & LIVE”に出演することができました。貴方も一緒にPCでDrum Corpsを体験してみませんか？PCで経験を積んでTop FiveのDrum　Corpsをめざしませんか？貴方の才能をPCに託してみませんか？ 下記の情報は英文のページと内容が少し違います。ご了承ください。 プレオーデション 体験 12月オーデション 1月オーデション 12月７日と８日 昼食込み 12月１４日と１５日 昼食込み 1月11日から12日 オ止まりキャンプ 食事５回込み 費用「支払いはONLINEでお願い致します」 ニューメンバー U$79 「PCチーシャツ込み」 体験キャンプ U$60 「昼食２回込み」 オーデションキャンプ U$60 「昼食２回込み」 U$199 今年の体験キャンプとオーデションキャンプに参加する前にビデオ審査があります。ビデオにのせる映像の内容は各セクションページ「英文」を参考にして下さい。ビデオリンクは10月下旬までにメールして下さい。 Brass Battery Percussion Front Ensemble Color Guard ビデオはYouTubeにアップロードして下さい。アップロード終了後YouTubeのリンクをEdward Martin宛「emartin@pacific-crest.org」にメールして下さい。 Online Registration (日本語) PC Staffが貴方のビデオを見た後、12月の体験・キャンプの参加の結果をメールでお知らせします。 結果は早急に検討してご連絡致します。オーデションビデオのみで合格することは滅多に有りません。現地(ロサンゼルス)でオーデションを受けて、PC Staffの審査の後正式な結果発表がされます。 日本人メンバーの担当は： EDWARD MARTIN メイルemartin@pacific-crest.org 携帯　(951)333-5384

Post Sneak Preview Party at TGI Fridays

Sneak Preview!  What better way to finish the night than a fundraiser for PC. On Saturday, June 15th, from 11 AM to 11 PM, the Pacific Crest Alumni Association holds its first fundraiser of 2013 at T.G.I. Friday’s in the City of Industry. Located in Puente Hills Mall at 17427 Colima Rd, and just 1.6 miles from Glen A. Wilson High School, T.G.I. Friday’s will donate […]

A New Look (4 of 4)

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A New Look (2 of 4)

A new look Inspired by our past, our new look symbolizes our commitment to a strong future by using the colors and the “wave” that you’ve come to associate with Pacific Crest. The teal and gold are richer in hue and play a prominent role. We’ve replaced the circle with a crest, a symbol of […]

A New Look (3 of 4)

Our look has changed over the years, and Pacific Crest is not the weekend-only drum corps it was 20 years ago, but we remain steadfast in our commitment to train the leaders of tomorrow by using an activity that so many of us love.

A New Look (1 of 4)

20 years of milestones Since our first appearance at the Drum Corps International World Championships in 2003, we’ve been building our infrastructure to tour more effectively, providing safe travel, nutritious meals, and superior volunteer staffing for our members. In 2010, we shined a light on the quality of our program. We created a design philosophy […]

Corps at the Crest Walnut

The main drum corps event in Southern California! Corps at the Crest Walnut takes place at Mt. San Antonio College’s Hilmer Lodge Stadium on Saturday, June 29.  The stage will be set for a first-ever early season battle between the first-ranked in the East (Carolina Crown) and first-ranked in the West (Blue Devils). This is […]

Corps at the Crest San Diego

The 2013 Drum Corps International Tour opens in Southern California on Friday, June 28, at El Camino High School’s Herb Meyer Stadium in Oceanside. The show features a lineup of World and Open Class Corps, including Carolina Crown in its first-ever early season tour to the West! Lineup (Not in appearance order): Carolina Crown – […]

Corps at the Crest 2013

Corps at the Crest San Diego Friday, June 28, 2013 El Camino High School Oceanside, CA   Corps at the Crest Walnut Saturday, June 29, 2013 Mt. San Antonio College Walnut, CA

Sponsor a Performer

Know someone performing with Pacific Crest who needs financial assistance? You can easily sponsor a performer through our secure online store. Be sure to enter the student’s name and your name, and we’ll notify them of your sponsorship.

Drive a Tractor Trailer

Pacific Crest has a 53-foot equipment/instrument trailer and a 48-foot commercial mobile kitchen. We are always seeking drivers with a Class A License to transport these trailers to and from camps and during our tours. Interested drivers can learn more about this opportunity and compensation by contacting our Executive Director, Stuart Pompel, at 714-785-9904.

Gift In Kind

We welcome some donations of goods or services that you or your company are willing to donate. Depending on the nature and amount of goods received, donor benefits may be available. Below is a sample list of items: Office equipment Commercial cooking equipment Computers Construction materials Bulk supplies (mailing labels, reams of paper, etc) Auction […]

Volunteer

From cooking to construction to sewing to driving, we’re always in need of assistance. Work for a Day Work behind the scenes at Corps at the Crest, Sneak Preview or at the Pacific Crest Golf Tournament. Work for a Weekend Work on our support team at a camp. Check-in members, collect tuition, sell merchandise, fit uniforms, sew […]

Affiliate Programs

Through our affiliates, you can support Pacific Crest just by doing your normal shopping. Our affiliates send us a percentage of your purchases, which means you’re helping us by doing what you’re already doing!   Apply for the Pacific Crest Visa . There are NO fees, and the interest rate is competitive. Pacific Crest earns […]

Sustaining Leaders Circle

Become a Pacific Crest Sustaining Leader by restructuring your annual gift into a modest monthly contribution, deducted automatically from your checking account. How does this help you? By restructuring your support of our program to a monthly gift, we can lessen the burden of making an annual gift in one lump sum. How does this […]

Matching Gift

Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees. To find out if your company has a matching gift policy, you’ll need to call your Human Resources or Community Relations Department. If your company is eligible, request a matching gift form from your employer, and send it completed […]

Making a Gift

Cash, Check or Credit Card The fastest and easiest way to support Pacific Crest is by making a cash gift.  Use our secure online store to make your gift today or mail a check (payable to Pacific Crest) to: Pacific Crest Youth Arts Organization ATTN: Gifts PO Box 5409 Diamond Bar, CA  91765 Securities Make […]

New Instrument Fund

Continuous replacement of our brass and percussion instruments helps us maintain a high quality experience for our performers and audiences. Your gift of $500 or more can help us replace instruments, as needed, and meet this important goal.   To make a gift by mail, make check payable to Pacific Crest and mail to: Pacific […]

Fees and Policies

2015 Season (Updated 11/20/2014 and Subject to Change) Tuition and Fees A Registration Fee – Non-veteran Members of Pacific Crest Only Waived for ALL students who register for our December 2014 Experience Camp/Auditions. $50 B Camp Fees for January through June (per camp) Corps members pay tuition in lieu of winter and spring camp fees. […]

End Of Summer Sale!

Save up to 40% on select Pacific Crest Gear. Now’s your chance to get the stuff you didn’t get this past summer!

Corps at the Crest Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser

TIME TO EAT!  Support the Pacific Crest Alumni Association as we host our Corps at the Crest Fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings in the City of West Covina.   Just 4.6 miles away from Hilmer Lodge Stadium and located on Workman Av west of Citrus St, Buffalo Wild Wings will donate 20% of all food purchases to the Pacific Crest Youth […]

What is Pacific Crest?

Who We Are Pacific Crest is Southern California’s World Class corps. Our performers are among the best in the world at what they do and demand intense experiences and competition. They join Pacific Crest to travel 12,000 miles and perform for 100,000 fans in some of the world’s most famous stadiums.

The Audition Process

To audition for Pacific Crest, you’ll complete this six-step process.

PotW: The “Euves”

The 2007 euphonium section (a.k.a. "the Euves") gather in front of the new Pacific Crest food truck.  

PotW: All Smiles

The tuba section poses at the last 2007 rehearsal.

PotW: Encore!

Drum Major Mark De La Vega conducts at Corps at the Crest

PotW: Postcard

What a postcard from Pacific Crest may look like

PotW: Last Walk

Marching instructor Chris Cowling accompanies the corps for its last walk to the stadium.

PotW: Break a Leg

The color guard preps for the 2008 Corps at the Crest show.

PotW: Full Tilt

The 2008 snare line rehearses during Memorial Day weekend.

PotW: Down-Time

Some corps members maximize their time in their cozy beds

PotW: Tightening Up

The snareline rehearses on the field during the last week of the 2007 season

PotW: Sunset in Allentown

Melania Majowicz (Mellophone 2004-06) submitted this photo of rehearsal in Allentown, PA.

PotW: Pit Dealers

This first photo of the week comes from Pacific Crest member, Nikki Collister.  

PotW: In the Arc

The mellophones prepare for the age-out ceremony

PotW: Group Joy

Pacific Crest members hear the news about making semifinals

PotW: One Last Wave

Jessica Lockie makes her last wave at the DCI tribute to the class of 2007