About WCCMA

Home of Southern California’s Official Country Music Competition

The West Coast Country Music Association (WCCMA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting country, bluegrass, and gospel music through structured competition and community engagement.

For decades, WCCMA has served as Southern California’s only dedicated country music competition, providing a professional stage for youth and adult performers alike.

Compete Locally. Advance Nationally.

WCCMA competitions are professionally organized, fairly judged, and officially recognized. As Southern California’s only dedicated country music competition, our top competitors earn the opportunity to advance to the North American Country Music Association International (NACMAI) national competition.

This advancement allows qualifying performers to represent Southern California on a larger stage, competing alongside artists from across the country.

Our structured divisions and consistent judging standards ensure integrity, credibility, and a clear pathway for serious competitors.

A young girl in a white dress holding a microphone on stage at the annual Hot August country music competition, with a large banner behind her that reads 'West Coast Country Music Association EST. 2009", and features a guitar illustration.

A young woman in a red dress holding a microphone on stage at the annual West Coast Country Music Association Hot August country music competition

Group of young women and men posing outdoors at night, some wearing dresses, in front of brick columns and trees at the annual Hot August country music competition award show

Our Mission

WCCMA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing performers the opportunity to grow by giving them a chance to showcase their talent at local and regional live music venues, represent the West Coast in local and national competitions & nurture their musicianship through performance, workshops, songwriting, and networking.

Meet Our Board Members

Gwyn Sanborn, President of the WCCMA, with long, blonde hair wearing a sleeveless blue and white floral dress, gold earrings, and a pearl bracelet, stands outdoors with green foliage in the background.

President, West Coast Country Music Association
West Coast Regional Director, North American Country Music Associations International

Gwyn Sanborn is a leader, producer, and educator dedicated to supporting artists across the country music community. As President of the West Coast Country Music Association (WCCMA) and West Coast Regional Director for North American Country Music Associations International (NACMAI), she works to create performance opportunities, professional development, and meaningful connections for entertainers throughout the western United States.

With more than 25 years of experience as a voice and stage presence coach, Gwyn has mentored singers of all ages. Her coaching focuses on helping artists build confidence, authenticity, and strong storytelling on stage.

She is also the Founder and Director of SoCal Music Unlimited, a Southern California music school offering lessons, performance programs, and competition coaching for children, teens, and adults.

In addition to her work as an educator, Gwyn has produced live music events for nearly two decades, including “Country Live! at The Merc” and “Rock the Oaks,” showcasing both established artists and emerging performers.

Through her leadership and mentorship, Gwyn remains committed to helping artists grow, connect, and find their place within the country music community.

GWYN SANBORN

Rhonda Parish, Vice President of the WCCMA, with blonde curly hair smiling at the camera, sitting outdoors in front of a wooden wall, wearing a white lace top with a floral dress underneath.

Vice President West Coast Country Music Association
Director of liturgy, St. Martha Catholic Church

Rhonda Parish is a vocalist, songwriter, vocal coach, and mentor who has spent more than two decades helping artists develop their musical voice. As Vice President of the West Coast Country Music Association (WCCMA), she is passionate about supporting performers of all ages and creating opportunities for artists to grow both on and off the stage.

Rhonda is the Founder and Director of Rhonda Parish Music Studio, also known as RPM Studios, where she has coached singers and musicians throughout the Temecula and Murrieta communities for more than 20 years. Through private lessons, performance coaching, and artist development, she helps students strengthen their technique while building confidence, artistry, and stage presence.

In addition to her work in music education, Rhonda serves as Director of Liturgy at St.Martha Catholic Church in Murrieta, California. For nearly two decades, she has led the music ministry of the church, directing worship music and guiding vocalists and musicians in creating meaningful and inspiring services for the community.

As both a performer and mentor, Rhonda is deeply committed to the power of music to inspire connection, faith, and storytelling. Through her leadership with WCCMA, she continues to support and encourage artists as they grow in their craft and share their talents with others.

RHONDA PARISH

Become A Member

Whether you’re stepping onto the stage, supporting from the audience, or investing in the next generation of performers, WCCMA invites you to be part of something lasting.

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Support the Stage That Builds Country Talent

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, WCCMA relies on community support to continue hosting Southern California’s only dedicated country music competition.

Your donation helps fund youth scholarships, competition production, venue costs, and opportunities for performers to advance to national stages. Every contribution directly supports the next generation of country, bluegrass, and gospel artists.

Together, we’re preserving tradition and creating opportunity.