Why NCPA?

The mission of NCPA is to provide a competitive and educational performance outlet for Northern California indoor percussion ensembles, with a continual goal of enriching the lives of young performers. NCPA commits to delivering the best venues, hosts, adjudicators, clinicians, sponsors, and volunteers in tandem with contributing to this mission.

NCPA = Maximizing the Participant Experience

  • For the staff...

    Mix of WGI judges and their peers from all across the US, with critique at every show, and a double panel at NCPA Championships

    Professional communication and show-day operations

    Awards, prizes, and raffles that benefit/re-invest in their programs

    Opportunities to connect with other instructors to foster growth in the NCPA community

  • For directors...

    Events built with percussion & wind players in mind; maximizes their potential

    Tools and encouragement to graduate up the ranks leveraging the WGI class philosophy

    Regional A class for development ensembles just dipping their toe in the activity

    Networking opportunities for staff, design, equipment, and materials

  • For the parents & support network…

    Well-organized show schedules, communication, and operations

    See their kids perform in the best possible venues, never in the mornings

    Opportunities to share and learn from other ensembles

  • For the host…

    Large fundraising opportunity through ticket sales and concessions

    No hosting fees, judge fees, travel costs, or award costs

    Turnkey show operations with dedicated NCPA Event Coordinator

  • For Northern California…

    Shows designed in the WGI model to benefit groups of all classes from all regions, plus the addition of a Regional A Class

    Locations strategically placed throughout the Bay Area and Northern California

    A marquee championships event to pull everyone together to celebrate the season

Come to the NCPA Summit on Sunday, May 19, 11:00am-1:00pm at the Amador Valley HS Band Room to learn more about the 2025 season!

Every ensemble in attendance receives a 2025 All-Access Circuit Advisor Badge.

Hope to see you at a NCPA show!