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Leadership Camps

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.

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A four-day interactive experience with Pacific Crest. 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.

Camps are commuter only, and take place from 1:00 pm – 8:30 pm each day (check-in at 12:30 pm).

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Moreno Valley Camp
Wed, June 24 – Sat, June 27
Moreno Valley High School
Moreno Valley, CA
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Oxnard Camp
with special guest, The Bluecoats!

Tue, June 30 – Fri, July 3
Rio Mesa and Camarillo High Schools
Oxnard, CA
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Covina Camp
Mon, July 6 – Thur, July 9
Royal Oak Middle School
Covina, CA
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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.

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South OC Camp
Sat, June 20 – Sun, June 21
Trabuco Hills High School
Mission Viejo, CA
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  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
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Free event tickets
    • Drum Corps at the Rose Bowl (July 11 in Pasadena) for all campers!
    • MidCal Showcase (July 2 in Camarillo) for Oxnard campers
    • SoCal Drum Corps Preview (June 27 in Moreno Valley) for Moreno Valley campers
  Schedule & Pricing

1:00 pm – 8:30 pm each day (check-in is at 12:30 pm)

$390 – Early Bird Price
$440  – 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 11 at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena)
  Schedule & Pricing

1:00 pm – 8:30 pm each day (check-in is at 12:30 pm)

$190 – Early Bird Price
$240  – If purchased within 7 days of camp start date

Registering 5+ students from one school? Contact us for discounted pricing.

 

Katie Takahashi Director of Education
Sarah Choi
Jason Lomeda
Mark Kveton
Annie Kveton
Ashley Kocour

 
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