Dylan Locke studied percussion under Matthew Darling at CSU Fresno. Along with pursuing his degree in Music Education, he participated in marching band and percussion ensemble and was a principal player in the Fresno State Wind Ensemble. Dylan was awarded a scholarship through Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia in recognition of his music studies and traveled with the Yosemite Wind Orchestra to Sydney, Australia to play in the Sydney Opera House and Beijing, China to play in the Olympic Opening Ceremonies. In 2022, he earned his master’s degree from CSU Long Beach in conducting, working with all three instrumental ensembles. 

Dylan is in his 15th year as a music educator working with all grades (K-12) over the years and has had the pleasure of leading several award-winning marching groups both in the Central Valley and Southern California. In 2022, Dylan was nominated for the Orange County Music and Arts Administrator Awards. Dylan also enjoys extracurricular music pursuits, playing in various jazz and rock groups on drum set and bass.

Kelsey Lih studied violin with Andrea Byers at CSU Long Beach, earning her degrees in Performance and Music Education. She started her music career on violin at the age of 5, studying with teachers such as Cynthia Moussas, and became concertmaster of the South Pasadena High School Orchestra. Kelsey also played violin in ensembles such as the Colburn String Orchestra and the Pasadena Youth Philharmonic. She has since expanded to include vocal music and the organ in her repertoire.

Summer Elliott is a dedicated percussionist with a passion for the marching arts. He began his music career at Buena High School, where he excelled in the Marching Band, Indoor Drumline, and Wind Ensemble, serving as both section leader and principal player. His early leadership and talent set the stage for a successful and diverse musical journey.

Pursuing higher education at CSU Long Beach, Summer continued to develop his musical expertise by performing with the Concert Band while earning a Bachelor's degree in Economics.

Summer's independent marching experience is noteworthy, including performances with Broken City Percussion in 2023 and 2024, and the prestigious Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps in 2023. These experiences have honed his technical skills and deepened his understanding of high-caliber performance standards.

Currently, Summer is committed to nurturing the next generation of performers. He teaches percussion at Tesoro High School and Buena Park High School and has served one year as Associate Director with Vessel Drum and Bugle Corps.

Dylan Fisher is a percussionist and educator, currently in his first year teaching battery percussion at Buena Park Middle School. With several years of teaching experience under his belt, Dylan has developed a passion for helping students grow as musicians.

His impressive performance background includes Gold Drum and Bugle Corps 2019 and 2020, Meraki Percussion 2020, Élan Percussion 2022, Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps 2022, and Broken City Percussion 2023. Dylan's expertise and enthusiasm inspire his students as he fosters a love for percussion and performance.

Mia Carrillo is a dedicated front ensemble instructor with a strong enthusiasm for the marching arts. Her musical path commenced at an early age, marked by her completion of the Certificate of Merit program in piano and her involvement in middle and high school band programs. In addition to her pursuits in the marching arts, Mia is advancing her education at CSU Los Angeles, working towards a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.

Mia’s independent marching experience includes performances with Broken City Percussion in 2023 and 2024 and Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps in 2024. These opportunities have refined her technical abilities and enhanced her knowledge of the audio aspect of the marching arts, all of which have influenced her instructional approach.

Amber Larroque performed on trumpet with Golden Empire Drum and Bugle Corps in 2015 and 2016 and then with the Academy Drum and Bugle Corps from 2017 to 2019. She also played cymbals for Bakersfield College Indoor in 2018 and 2019, and Pow Percussion in 2020 and 2022.

Outside of performing Amber also graduated from the California State University of Fresno with a BA in music education. Amber has taught as a visual caption head for both Torrence High School and Independence High School, as well as taught as a visual technician with Golden Empire Drum and Bugle Corps. She also teaches at Gold Drum and Bugle Corps as a cymbal instructor during the summer.

Jadanne Donis is a passionate percussionist and educator committed to the marching arts. She began her musical journey at Tesoro High School, where she was a leader and integral part of the percussion section for four years. Her dedication and talent culminated in an impactful season with Vessel Drum and Bugle Corps this past summer, during which she further refined her skills and deepened her appreciation for high-level performance.

Currently, Jadanne is pursuing a degree in Music Therapy at Fullerton College, where she actively participates in the choir and percussion ensemble. Her studies in music therapy allow her to explore the transformative power of music, enriching her teaching approach and enabling her to connect with students in meaningful ways. With a blend of performance experience and a therapeutic perspective, Jadanne is devoted to inspiring her students and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Caden Bowlus is an Undergraduate student in the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music at CSU - Long Beach. He began his musical journey at the age of 11 where he participated in his middle school concert and indoor percussion ensembles. He also attended Warren High School where he participated in both concert and marching ensembles and was the Percussion section leader. 

While working towards his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition, Caden has taken part in the Bob Cole Conservatory’s Concert Band and is presently involved with its New Music Ensemble and Composer’s Guild. He is also an active educator as a percussion instructor at Buena Park Middle School and as Percussion Caption Head at Lakewood High School. Caden is currently under the guidance of  Dr. Raymond Torres-Santos and numerous other composers in hopes of becoming an audio/sound engineer and theory educator upon graduation in Spring 2027.