Quinlan Skinner is in his seventh year of teaching. Previously, he served as Director of Bands for five years at Yvonne Shaw Middle School in Sparks, Nevada, and he is currently in his second year as the Instrumental Music Director at Buena Park High School. Mr. Skinner has worked extensively with bands in the Reno/Sparks area and has provided private lessons to middle and high school students. He has also performed as Principal Cellist with the Reno Pops Orchestra, and as a member of the Reno Wind Symphony in the horn and percussion sections, as well as the Truckee Meadows Community College Concert Winds in the clarinet, trombone, and percussion sections.

Mr. Skinner earned his undergraduate degree in Music Education from the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). He then pursued his Master of Education degree in Instructional Design from Western Governors University.

Mr. Skinner resides in Los Angeles with his fiancé, Dr. Robert del Carlo, a medical student at the University of California, Los Angeles. In addition to his dedication to working with students, Mr. Skinner enjoys spending time taking advantage of Southern California's beautiful weather. 

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, 2024, and 2025, 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 is the Percussion Director at Buena Park High School and the Front Ensemble Caption Head at Orange County Independent Percussion.

Sean Cunningham brings over two decades of experience in the marching arts, beginning his performance career with the Anaheim Velvet Knights and the San Francisco Renegades. His extensive teaching background spans the country, with notable contributions to nationally recognized programs including Casa Grande High School (BOA, WGI, and WGAZ Finalist), Kingman High School (ABODA Division II Champions), Momentum (WGI World Class Finalist), and El Dorado High School (BOA Finalist).

In addition to teaching, Sean has served as a Field Percussion Clinician for the Percussive Arts Society Championships, as well as for numerous BOA and ABODA championship-level high school ensembles and drum corps. He has also worked as an adjudicator for organizations such as ABODA, the Fiesta Bowl National Pageant of Bands, and the Percussive Arts Society.

In 2010, Sean founded Orange County Independent (OCI) Percussion, which went on to inspire the creation of Vessel Indoor Percussion and the world-renowned Broken City Percussion. After retiring as director of these ensembles in 2020, Sean returned in 2024 to revive OCI Percussion, continuing his legacy of excellence and innovation in the marching percussion community.

Richard Alvarenga is a dedicated Memory Care Director with over 13 years of experience in assisted living, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Richard’s approach focuses on meaningful connection ensuring that each individual’s story, preferences, and strengths are honored in the care they receive.

Outside of his professional work in senior living, Richard is deeply passionate about the performing arts. As a color guard director, he channels his creativity and mentorship into building teamwork, discipline, and confidence among his students. He inspires them to strive for excellence both on and off the field. Richard’s ability to blend compassion and creativity defines his leadership in every aspect of his life, making a lasting impact on the communities and individuals he serves.