After an exhaustive audition process, we are proud to introduce the talented individuals who will lead Pacific Crest on the field in 2024: Bridget Barragy, Justine Nava, Harper Dame, and Cassandra Anderson! Learn more about the Drum Major Team and what they’re looking forward to this season. Read the rest of the article here.
A native of Walnut, CA, Ms. Takahashi received her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and her Teaching Credential from the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, as well as a Master’s Degree in Music Education from Central Washington University. She is currently the Instrumental Music Director at Walnut High School and serves as conductor for […]
Gabe Escobedo and Dave McGrath explain how choosing the right show concept full of emotion can help the performers. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes and Amazon. Read the rest of the article here.
Following a comprehensive audition process, Pacific Crest is proud to announce our drum major team for the 2023 season: Amy Johnson, Bridget Barragy, Justine Nava, and Steven Medina! Amy Johnson Drum Major Amy Johnson (Meridian, ID) returns for her third and final season with Pacific Crest. Amy was previously contracted as a euphonium performer in […]
After a month-long search, we have finalized our staff of percussion educators for the 2023 season. The staff page of our Website will be updated to include photos and bios in the coming weeks. Read the rest of the article here.
Celebrating all those who contributed to the 2022 season, more than 240 individuals attended the Pacific Crest Annual Awards Luncheon on Sunday, September 11. Here are some photos from the event: Read the rest of the article here.
Pacific Crest Youth Arts Organization and Élan Youth Arts are proud to announce a new partnership, connecting two of Southern California’s most eminent youth performing arts programs. The affiliation agreement was made official this past winter, and is announced today as Élan prepares for auditions for its 2023 season. While both organizations will continue operating […]
Pacific Crest is now selling brass and percussion instruments used in the 2022 production of Welcome to the Void. Click the link below to access the details and pricing. Interested in a set of our used flags? We have many sets available from productions over the years. To inquire about purchasing one or more of […]
Pacific Crest Youth Arts Organization (based in Diamond Bar and City of Industry, California) is seeking to add individuals to our professional, diverse, and engaged Board of Directors. To further diversify the skills and experiences of the Board, we are particularly interested in candidates with 10+ years of industry leadership in transportation operations, insurance and […]
Pacific Crest is proud to introduce our drum major team for the 2022 season: Ashley Kocour, Amy Johnson, and Bridget Barragy! Ashley Kocour Returning for her fifth season is Head Drum Major Ashley Kocour (Palm Desert, CA). Ashley was a member of the euphonium section in the 2018 and 2019 seasons, and joined the Drum […]
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