Band, Jazz, Popular Music, Strings & World Music
Now combined into one big week!
This camp, geared toward curious and adventurous musicians, has the largest enrollment and has the most diverse offerings for those who want to explore different kinds of music. Offering band, jazz, strings, world music and song writing.
Who:
Band Instruments: Entering 7th grade through recent high school graduates
- Baritone/Euphonium, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Clarinet, Flute, French Horn, Oboe, Percussion, Saxophones, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba
If you play a traditional band instrument listed above and also play Drumset, Piano, Guitar or Bass, we'd love to have you play in jazz band.
String Instruments: Entering 8th grade through recent high school graduates
- Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass
String Instruments: Entering 1st through 7th grade
- Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass - Register through the
When:
July 19-24, 2026
Cost: TBA
Concerts and recitals: FREE ADMISSION for all.
Registration is Closed
DEADLINE: TBA
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Band |
Strings |
|---|---|
| Symphonic Band or Concert Band | Senior Orchestra or Junior Orchestra |
| Instrumental Masterclasses | Instrumental Masterclasses |
| Small Ensembles | Sectional |
| Exploratory Sessions (choose 2) | Exploratory Session (choose 1) or Chamber Music |
| Private Lessons (optional) | Private Lessons (optional) |
Exploratory Sessions
- West African Drumming
- Junkyard Instruments
- Jazz Band
- Jazz Improvisation
- Reed Making (Oboes & Bassoons only)
- Pop Music Ensemble
Events, Concerts & Recreation
- Out-to-Lunch @ Caras Park
- Cookout & City Band Concert @ Bonner Park
- Small Ensembles Concert
- Large Ensembles Concert
- Faculty & Counselor Feature
- Outdoor Games on the Campus Oval
Schedule
2026 Band Instruments Schedule (COMING SOON)
2026 String Instruments Schedule (COMING SOON)
Public Concerts, Events & Recital
Parents and family are encouraged to attend. All on-campus events are free.
- Monday - Solo Night (faculty, counselors & campers), 7:00 PM, Music Recital Hall.
- Tuesday - Talent Show - Outdoor Movie - Hike the "M"
- Wednesday - City Band @ Bonner Park, 8:00 PM, (students are just watching)
- Thursday - Small Ensemble Night, 7:00 PM, Music Recital Hall.
- Friday - Final Large Ensemble Concert, 3:30 PM, Music Recital Hall and Dennison Theatre.
Placement Auditions
Woodwinds & Brass:
- Chromatic scale from as low as you can comfortably play to as high as you can comfortably play.
- 2 minutes of a piece of your choice that shows your technique and musicality.
- Sight reading.
Percussion:
- 2 minutes of a piece of your choice that shows your technique and musicality.
- Sight reading.
Strings: Music was mailed before camp.