Multi State Camps
The George N. Parks Drum Major Academy, multiple locations
multiple locations (CO, OH, PA, MA). Our curriculum focuses on conducting, peer leadership, and showmanship. Instructors are all current and former college and DCI drum majors in addition to being music educators. Additional bonus instruction from Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser. Students are rising high school freshmen through rising high school senior. Students are both drum majors/field commanders and students aspiring for a band leadership role. Super DMA at MA; Drum Majors, Band.
Details: CO: Ft. Collins 7/7-10, OH: Westerville 7/7-10, PA: Allentown 7/14-17, MA: Westfield 7/21-24.
Contact: info@drummajor.org
http://drummajor.org/
Arizona
University of Arizona Summer Music Camp, Tucson. Open to campers completing grades 5 through 8 with at least one year of experience in music, the camp provides immersive instruction, ensemble experiences, and mentorship from university faculty, students, and community musicians. Campers participate in specialized tracks – Band, Orchestra, or Choir – enhancing their musical skills through rehearsals, sectionals, and performances. The program emphasizes musical growth, collaboration, and community engagement, supported by a diverse team of faculty, staff, and student educators.
Details: 6/22-26. 180 students, 25 teachers
Tuition: $250
Contact: summercamp@music.arizona.edu
https://summercamp.music.arizona.edu
California
Band at the Beach Music Camp, San Diego. This is the 36th annual weeklong music day camp for Middle and High School band students. The Longest running band camp in San Diego! Eligibility: grades 6-12.
Details: Camp Location: Pacific Beach Middle School, 4626 Ingraham Drive. 7/13-17.
Tuition: $450. Free for graduated seniors. Discounts include military and siblings. A few scholarships are available for those in need.
Contact: bandatthebeach.org (camp registrar)Leefred2010@gmail.com (Camp Director)
bandatthebeach.org
Hidden Valley Master Classes, Carmel Valley are immersive, week-long learning intensives for advanced players. Participants enjoy opportunities for learning, advancement, and creating relationships within the musical community. It’s a testament to our exceptional teaching faculty and the caliber of students that many Hidden Valley master class participants have gone on to hold important positions in major orchestras and universities around the world. Students and teaching faculty live on campus and spend meals and free time together.
Tuition with housing: $1,275.
Hidden Valley Programs:
Elaine Douvas Oboe Master Class: This session features solo performance coaching with piano accompaniment, orchestral excerpts/audition preparation, reed making workshop, and recital by Elaine Douvas and additional oboe faculty Nick Stovall and Christopher Gaudi.
Details: 5/31-6/5. 21 students, 3 teachers.
Contact: info@hiddenvalleymusic.org
https://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org/event-oboe-master-class-with-elaine-douvas_801.htm
Mark Kosower Cello Master Class: This session features solo performance classes with piano accompaniment, orchestral excerpts/audition preparation, recital by Mark Kosower, and score study/preparation.
Details: 5/25-30. 16 students, 1 teacher
Contact: info@hiddenvalleymusic.org
https://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org/event-cello-master-class-with-mark-kosower_799.htm
Robert Walters English Horn Master Class: This session features solo performance classes with piano accompaniment, orchestral excerpts/audition preparation, oboe d’amore class, reed making, recital by Robert Walters, and score study/preparation.
Details: 5/25-30. 18 students, 1 teacher.
Contact: info@hiddenvalleymusic.org,
https://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org/event-english-horn-master-class-with-robert-walters_800.htm
Summer@SFCM, San Francisco. Residential academies for aspiring young musicians provide the chance to experience what studying at SFCM might be like. 2026 offerings include Guitar Workshop, Harp Immersive, Percussion Academy, Technology and Applied Composition Immersive, Vocal Academy and Online Composition.
Details: Dates, times and tuition rates vary by program. Ages 18 and under. Week long sessions in June/July. 20 students/session, 3 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $1,645-$2,200, tuition alone: $895-$1,195.
Contact: summer@sfcm.edu
https://sfcm.edu/study/summer-sfcm
UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music Summer Intensives – Programs in Songwriting, Music Industry, Voice, and Global Jazz, Los Angeles. Summer Intensives for High School Students.
Details: 8 Weeklong sessions from 7/6- 8/7.
Tuition: $1,532.85
Contact: summerintensives@schoolofmusic.ucla.edu
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/summer-intensives-for-high-school-students/
Colorado
Rafael Mendez Brass Institute, Denver
Held at the University of Denver, this is an intensive, week-long educational experience focused on taking your playing to the next level. The institute includes: career seminars, master classes, chamber ensemble coachings, competitions, and incredible faculty recitals and concerts. RMBI is led by some of the finest brass musicians in the world – the members of Summit Brass. Scholarships up to $500 available.
Details: 7/19-25.
Tuition alone: $995, dorm housing (Univ. of Denver) available.
Contact: mendezbrassinstitute@gmail.com
http://mendezbrassinstitute.com/
Lamont Summer Academy, Denver. Lamont Summer Academy, Denver offers an innovative and inspiring 2-week, pre-college music experience at the University of Denver’s state-of-the-art music facility. Students can participate in the Classical Program or the Jazz & Contemporary Music Program. LSA Classical students will perform in chamber ensembles, orchestra, modern/contemporary ensembles, study classical music theory, and network with professionals across their intended fields. LSA Jazz & Contemporary Music students will play in combos, big band, modern/contemporary ensembles, study improvisation and jazz composition, and network with professionals across the jazz and contemporary music areas. Students will also get the experience the artistic and cultural highlights of Denver.
Details: 6/17-7/2. 60-90 students, 30 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $2,550, tuition alone $2,000.
Contact: lamontacademy@du.edu
https://liberalarts.du.edu/lamont/summer-academy
Florida
FSU Summer Music Camps, Tallahassee is one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive summer music programs, and has been providing outstanding summer music instruction for 85 years. We offer one-week camps in June and July for middle school and high school musicians. Programs are offered in chorus, band, orchestra, jazz, keyboard, guitar, and marching/color guard leadership for beginner through advanced musicians.
Details: 6/7-7/4. 200 students, 100 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $570, tuition alone: $372.
Contact: musicccamps@fsu.edu
https://music.fsu.edu/events/camps-festivals/summer-music-camps/
Augusta University Summer Music Camp, Augusta provides young musicians with an enriching environment to develop their musical skills through daily rehearsals, performances, and optional private lessons. The camp fosters growth by offering personalized instruction from professional musicians, ensemble participation, and a chance to perform in a final concert. It also creates a fun, collaborative space for students to connect with peers who share their passion for music, helping them enhance both their technical abilities and their overall appreciation for music. Band, Choir, and Orchestra. For Rising 6th through 12th Grade Students (1 Year of Experience Required)
Details: 6/22-26
Tuition: $290
Contact: consprog@augusta.edu
https://www.augusta.edu/pamplin/music/conservatory/music-camp.php
Smith Walbridge Clinics, Charleston
Specialized training in marching band-related activities for high school through college students since 1949! Clinics: Drum Major, Section Leader, Drumline & Front Ensemble, Color Guard, Mace & Signal Baton, and Student Conductor. Held on the campus of Eastern Illinois University, taught at various levels, according to experience, beginner-advanced. See website for individual clinic details!
Details: July 2026. 1,000 students, 10-300 per session, 75 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $305-$635 depending on session, tuition alone $245-$515.
Contact: swclinics@swclinics.com
https://www.swclinics.com/
Smith Walbridge Clinics: Directors Clinic, Drill Design Clinic, Charleston
Directors Clinic: A hands-on experience focusing on class instruction and individual assistance in writing your own drill. The clinic is designed for beginners and experienced users of Pyware. For those with little or no experience, learn the fundamentals of using the Pyware software and basics of drill design techniques. For those who already know the basic of Pyware, the clinic expands upon the ins and outs of the software. Participants gain advice writing one’s own drill with the aid of a clinician. Computers provided in a lab or participants can bring their own “Pyware 3D Interactive” loaded notebook computers for use.
Details: 7/10-12. 25 students, 2 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $370, tuition alone $300.
Contact: swclinics@swclinics.com
https://www.swclinics.com/
Band Director Summer Workshop at VanderCook College of Music, Chicago. Join us on the campus of VanderCook College of Music in Chicago for this hands-on workshop for middle school and high school band directors, led by renowned experts Randall Standridge, Dr. Peter Boonshaft, Alex Kaminsky, and Dr. Stacey Dolan. The workshop will equip participants with valuable resources and effective rehearsal techniques, focusing on enhancing ensemble sonority, improving ensemble intonation, refining communication through conducting, and building a culture of excellence in your band program. Participants may play in the VanderCook Summer MMEd Graduate Band which will serve as a demonstration ensemble and will also be reading new band music (workshop participants should bring instruments, if possible). Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Evening activities will include concerts and events in Chicago. Participants will earn two graduate credits or professional development hours. On-campus housing will be available.
Details: 7/9-12
Tuition: $295 (no credit; 30 PD hours available); $796 (2 graduate credits)
Contact: meca@vandercook.edu
https://www.vandercook.edu/about-vandercook/band-director-summer-workshop/
Bienen School of Music Summer Session Workshops, Evanston. Taught by prestigious Bienen School faculty and a host of renowned guest artists, these intensive experiences are designed to challenge musicians to achieve the next level in their career. All workshops are one week. 2026 offerings: Conducting and Wind Music Symposium, Guitar Workshop, Northwestern Bach Academy, Percussion Symposium, Duo Piano Master Classes, and Vocal Performance Seminar.
Details: Dates vary.
Tuition: Varies
Contact: summermusic@northwestern.edu
https://www.music.northwestern.edu/academics/summer-session/workshops
Illinois Chamber Music Festival and Camp at Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington. For the past twenty-four years, the Illinois Chamber Music Festival has been offering a superior chamber music experience to high school and college students coupled with world-class performers. The camp for strings, piano, winds, and harp will be held at Illinois Wesleyan University, and the schedule includes daily chamber music coaching, rehearsals/lessons, elective classes (musical theatre, music theory/history, international dance, tennis), and performances by students and faculty.
Details: 7/12-31. 35 students 10 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $1,925, tuition alone $960
Contact: ilchambermusicfestival@gmail.com
https://www.ilchambermusicfestival.com/
Illinois Summer Youth Music, Urbana. One-week residential programs for senior and junior high musicians, with band, orchestra, choral and jazz programs.
Details: 6/22-27, 7/6-11, 7/13-18.
Contact: isym@illinois.edu
https://music.illinois.edu/engagement/isym/
Butler Community Arts School at Butler University, Indianapolis. Summer is the perfect time for students to choose from a wide variety of arts camps (music, theatre, dance, art) at the Butler Community Arts School (BCAS) located on the campus of Butler University in Indianapolis.and some camps are offered with both commuter and residential options.
Details: June-July.
Tuition: varies
Contact: bcas@butler.edu
https://www.butlerartscenter.org/camps/
IU Summer Music Clinic, Bloomington. The IU Summer Music Clinic is an intensive band and orchestra experience for intermediate to advanced string, wind, and percussion students. Students currently in grades 8-12 will learn, rehearse, and perform a full ensemble program with top-notch conductors. In addition to full orchestra, concert bands, and (auditioned) jazz bands, students have sectionals, and a daily chamber ensemble or elective class such as conducting, composition, jazz band, music theory, or leadership. Instruments accepted: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, bass clarinet; alto, tenor, and baritone sax; horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion.
Details: June 14-20
Tuition with housing: $1,120, tuition alone: $815.
Contact: musicsp@iu.edu
https://blogs.iu.edu/jsomsmc/
Iowa
Iowa Summer Music Camp, Iowa City
The University of Iowa School of Music offers Iowa Summer Music Camps (ISMC) to give students specialized musical training including group instruction, master classes, and classroom instruction in many phases of instrumental music—all in a major university campus setting in one of America’s favorite college towns. This summer, ISMC will offer 2 sessions in June: in Jazz, Saxophone, Flute, Harp, Organ, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba/Euphonium, Piano, and Percussion. Camp faculty are UI School of Music faculty and nationally-recognized guest artists. School musicians who have completed the sixth grade and above may apply for admission as either resident or commuter campers.
Sessions: 6/14-19 and 6/21-26. 100 students, 24 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $640-$715, $350 for commuters.
Contact: chelsea-majkut@uiowa.edu
https://iowasummermusiccamps.uiowa.edu/
UNI Jazz Combo Camp, Cedar Falls. This will be a week-long exploration of jazz music for high school students, including performances, workshops, jam sessions, masterclasses and more, offering a curriculum that covers jazz style, improvisation, theory, ear training, and performance through daily combo rehearsals and two concerts. The camp is intended for high school students, those going into 10th grade and above, and instructors.
Details: 6/21-26. 50 students, 7 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $600 (includes an air-conditioned dorm room, breakfast, lunch and dinner). Commuter tuition: $450 (includes lunch and dinner). Early bird discount of $25 prior to May 1).
Contact: chris.merz@uni.edu
https://music.uni.edu/jazzcampKansas
Midwestern Music Camp, Lawrence. Middle School and High School, Band, Choir, Orchestra students will spend the week rehearsing and performing on their primary instrument. One year experience preferred to be the most successful. Camp includes social activities and various electives ranging from jazz improv, World Drumming, conducting, rock band, etc.
Details: HS Camp: June 7-11; MS Camp: June 14-18
Tuition with housing: $725, tuition alone: $500
Contact: musiccamp@ku.edu
https://music.ku.edu/band/mmcKentucky
Western Kentucky University Hilltopper Summer Music Camp, Bowling Green. The Hilltopper Summer Music Camp welcomes band campers (grades 6-12) and piano campers (grades 6-12; minimum 2 years experience) to the campus of Western Kentucky University. Band students can perform with the Senior Band (grades 9-12), the Hilltopper Junior Band (grades 6-8; two or more years experience), or the Big Red Beginning Band (one year of experience). Piano campers participate in ensemble classes, private lessons, performance classes, and much more. Dorm camper (all meals & housing included) or Day Camper (meals included) options are available. Private lessons by WKU faculty and staff are available.
Details: 6/7-12
Tuition with housing: $499. Tuition alone $399.
Contact: smc@wku.edu
https://www.wku.edu/music/hilltoppersmc/index.php
Maine
Camp Encore/Coda, Sweden. We are a unique musical community offering daily instruction in diverse styles, including private lessons, orchestras, jazz bands, wind ensembles, rock bands, jazz combos, chamber music, choirs, theater & many concerts. 2026 is our 77th year! Supportive, non-competitive atmosphere. Also sports, swimming, boating, arts & crafts. Ages 9-17.
Details: Session 1: 6/27-7/18, Session 2: 7/19-8/9, Full Season: 6/27-8/9. 100 students/session, 25 teachers (professional faculty, undergraduate music major counselors).
Tuition with housing: $4,500-$10,250 depending on age and length.
Contact: cara@encorecoda.com
https://www.encorecoda.com
Maryland
The Peabody Preparatory Specialty Summer Programs, Baltimore. The Peabody Preparatory, Baltimore’s premier community school for the performing arts, offers specialty summer programs in music and dance for students of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. Programs span cross-departmental studies, dance, guitar, piano, and strings, with select offerings for intermediate to advanced performers. 2026 highlights include the Hip Hop Intensive, Summer Guitar Intensive, Peabody Piano Week, and Youth Piano Week. View the full program list and individual program details, including dates and pricing, on our website.
Details: 6/20-8/8
Tuition with housing: Varies based on program, available for select programs only. Tuition alone: $130-$2,150
Contact: peabodyprep@jhu.edu
https://peabody.jhu.edu/prepsummer
Massachusetts
ARIA International Summer Academy, South Hadley. Intensive sessions for flutists, clarinetists, violinists, and cellists ages 16-28. 8 private lessons per session and daily master classes. For intermediate, advanced, and pre-professional students.
Details: Session 1: 6/18-7/3, Session 2: 7/5-20. 35 students, 8 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $3,200/session, tuition alone $1,600/session.
Contact: mtetel@yahoo.com
https://www.ariaacademy.com/
Arts Empowering Life (AEL), Brewster invites advanced students and emerging artists to join its Brass and Percussion Residency Programs, week-long immersive experiences at the new Performing Arts Center in Brewster, Cape Cod. These programs offers master classes, ensemble rehearsals, and performance opportunities with some of the finest musicians in the field.
Details: Percussion Residency: 6/7-13. Brass Residency: 6/14-20.
Tuition: $1,950
Contact: jimjordan@artsempoweringlife.org
https://artsempoweringlife.org/residency-program/
Visual Design Retreat, Orleans. This program offers band directors and drill writers a wealth of information on Pyware 3D Drill Design, along with the opportunity for refreshment in Orleans, Massachusetts overlooking Cape Cod Bay. Come away energized and equipped to provide cutting-edge drill instruction for your marching band, drum corps, winter guard, or indoor drumline.
Details: 6/15-6/19. 16 students, 3 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $1,750
Contact: srjulian@artsempoweringlife.org
artsempoweringlife.org
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, Twin Lake
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp offers four two-week sessions June-August in band, orchestra, jazz, choir, creative writing, harp, piano, art, dance, and theater for students in grades 5-12. Advanced programs for winds, percussion, and strings require placement by audition. Significant scholarships based on merit or financial need.
Details: Session 1: 6/24-7/5, Session 2: 7/8-19, Session 3: 7/22-8/2, Session 4: 8/5-16.
Tuition with housing: $1,875-$1,965, depending on major.
http://www.bluelake.org
Interlochen Arts Camp, Interlochen
Interlochen Arts Camp is a world-renowned summer arts program where young artists hone their talents, grow as individuals, and flourish creatively. From across the nation and around the world, artistic students ages 8-18 convene at Interlochen to expand their skills in the arts. Students learn from renowned arts educators, many who teach at Interlochen Arts Academy, the #1 Best High School for the Arts in America. Ready to attend a summer camp like no other? Applications are open!
Details: 6/20-8/9 1-6 week programs available. 1,000 students.
Tuition with housing: $2,050-$10,350.
Contact: admission@interlochen.org
https://bit.ly/Interlochen-Arts-Camp-2026
Interlochen Symphonic Band Camp, Interlochen
Join more than 90 adults from across the United States and around the globe and experience the joy of ensemble performance in a challenging, supportive, fun, and friendly environment. The repertoire will be tailored to the ensemble size and experience level. Repertoire from past seasons include Pines of Rome by Ottorino Respighi, Khan by Julie Giroux, The Thunderer by John Philip Sousa, and more. You will work with renowned faculty throughout the duration of this course.
Details: 8/11-16 (adult)
Tuition alone: $679 (fee until 4/1)
Contact: gary.gatzke@interlochen.org
https://www.interlochen.org/college-creative-arts/programs/symphonic-band-camp
MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes, Ann Arbor is a residential performing arts summer program designed for high school students who have interest in pursuing their area of study in a higher education setting. Welcoming students from around the globe, MPulse is a transformative experience for young artists that offers 16 unique programs that launch students into the college audition process with a newfound confidence, sharpened skills, and heightened passion for the arts. Participants study with our world-renowned faculty and guest teaching artists at the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance in our state-of-the-art facilities. Programs range from one to four weeks in duration with room and board provided.
Details: 6/21-8/1
Tuition with housing: $1,950-$5,990
Contact: mpulse@umich.edu
https://smtd.umich.edu/mpulse
Minnesota
Lutheran Summer Music Academy & Festival, Northfield. Lutheran Summer Music, hosted at St. Olaf College, offers a four-week immersive music intensive for high school students (grades 8-12) with advanced studies in classical and sacred music. Experiences include private lessons, chamber music, symphony orchestra and concert band.
Details: 6/21-7/19, 160 students, 35 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $2,945
Contact: admissions@lutheransummermusic.org
https://www.lsmacademy.org
Missouri
CMU Music Camp, Fayette is for instrumentalists and vocalists in grades 7-12. This three-day camp includes ensemble participation, individual lessons from instructors, and other musical activities.
Details: 6/10-12. 100 students.
Tuition with housing: $250, tuition alone: $230.
Contact: finearts@centralmethodist.edu
https://centralmethodist.edu/about/fine-arts/events/summer-music-camp.html
New Hampshire
UNH Summer Youth Music School, Durham. Students concentrate on a major instrument or voice part and choose electives to broaden their experience. They associate with talented young musicians who share their excitement about music, and they study with outstanding teachers and freelance artists.
Details: Junior Session 7/18-22. Chamber Intensive 7/23-24, Senior Session 7/25-8/2.
Tuition with housing: $599-$949 tuition alone $399-$749.
Contact: youth.programs@unh.edu
https://cola.unh.edu/music/outreach/syms-summer-youth-music-school
Crane Youth Music, Potsdam is a program for middle and high school students ages 12-18 at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music. Study band/orchestral instruments, voice, piano and harp. Daily courses include masterclass and like ensemble/chamber music with Crane faculty, ensemble rehearsals with Crane conductors, and elective courses. Crane Youth Music celebrates 52 years of high quality summer music.
Details: 7/5-11.
Tuition with housing: $920, tuition alone $590.
Contact: mstruzik91@gmail.com
https://www.potsdam.edu/cym
Eastman School of Music – Eastman Summer, Rochester offers high level students a diverse, individualized and world-class music education experience through the Eastman School of Music. Explore the excitement and rigor of a conservatory setting with week-long institutes devoted to your instrument or specialties or collegiate classes in Music Education, Music History, Music Leadership and Music Theory. Programs include favorites such as Choral Masterworks, Beginner’s Introduction to Orchestral Conducting, and the Summer Jazz Institute. One-week institutes include flute, organ, viola, saxophone, horn, trombone, trumpet, tuba/euphonium, music production, music preservation, and music educators.
Details: 6/22-7/31
Tuition: Varies by program
Contact: summer@esm.rochester.edu
https://summer.esm.rochester.edu/
Eastern U.S. Music Camp, Hamilton. Now in its 49th year for students ages 11-18, our camp is located at Colgate University, one of the most beautiful campuses in the U.S. Counselors supervise campers 24/7. Two and three-week sessions include jazz/rock bands, orchestras, choirs, and chamber ensembles. Students on all instruments at any level can improve musical skills (theory, harmony, and composition and arranging) through private lessons, daily classes, workshops, guest artists, and weekly concerts and recitals. Students may study more than one instrument/voice. There are opportunities for daily recreation. The camp offers a friendly, productive atmosphere.
Details: Sessions run from 6/28-7/19.
Tuition with housing: $3,750-$5,625, tuition alone $1,450-$2,175.
Contact: summer@easternusmusiccamp.com
http://www.EasternUSMusicCamp.com
Fordham Jazz Workshop, New York is an intensive program – offered in 5 weeklong sessions – that provides a unique immersion experience in the heart of New York City. Students participate in ensembles, classes, and workshops with renowned faculty. Options for middle school, high school, and college students.
Details: 5 weekly sessions from 6/22-7/25.
Tuition: $1,350/week, Room & Board $750/week.
https://www.jazzartsny.org/workshop
Fredonia Summer Music Festival, Fredonia. At SUNY Fredonia’s Summer Music Festival, young musicians have the chance to dive deep into their passion, learn from world-class faculty, and connect with a vibrant community of fellow music lovers. Summer is the perfect time to explore new sounds, unleash your creativity, and take your musical skills to the next level! MS Band, HS Band, Piano, Choral, Composition and Songwriting, String, Modern Band.
Details: Band/Piano/Chorus/Comp-osition & Songwriting: 6/28-7/4; String Camp: 7/19-25; Modern Band: 7/27-31.
Contact: summermusicfestival@fredonia.edu
http://fredonia.edu/summermusic
Ithaca College Summer Music Academy, Ithaca. The Ithaca College Summer Music Academy offers a three-week intensive residential music camp experience for students entering grades 10-12. Ensemble rehearsals, ability group chamber ensembles, theory classes, an All-Academy choir, electives, recreation activities and special evening events are part of the experience. Private lessons with Ithaca College faculty and experienced teachers are also offered.
Details: 7/12-31
Tuition with housing: $5,900
Contact: sma@ithaca.edu
https://www.ithaca.edu/summer-music-academy
Luzerne Music Center, Lake Luzerne. Since 1980, Luzerne Music Center has been the summer home to thousands of musicians ages 9-18 from all over the world playing all orchestral instruments as well as piano. Located in the foothills of the Adirondacks, LMC balances a high intensity music festival and a traditional summer camp experience. Students participate in orchestra and chamber ensembles as well as private lesson instruction, small choice based group classes, and masterclasses led by The Philadelphia Orchestra musicians. Concerto competition available in each session. Generous scholarships available to students in need! Apply now at the website or inquire over email.
Details: Junior A: 6/21-7/4, Junior B: 7/5-7/17, Junior: 6/21-7/17, Senior: 7/20-8/16. 70 students, 35 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $1,700/week. Contact: info@luzernemusic.org
https://www.luzernemusic.org
Skidmore Jazz Institute, Saratoga Springs. The Institute, now in its 39th year, is led by Brian Carucci (Director) and Todd Coolman (Artistic Director). The faculty are top jazz practitioners who are also gifted educators. Students work closely with faculty in daily combo rehearsals, improvisational and special classes. Private and semi-private lessons distinguish this institute from other similar summer camps. The Institute’s concerts feature the Skidmore Faculty All-Stars and invited guest artists in performance, and afternoon master classes offer additional opportunities to learn from these master musicians. Students have the opportunity to perform during the program and attend the Saratoga Jazz Festival.
Details: 6/27-7/11. 60-70 students, 15 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $3,553.50, tuition alone $2,500.
Contact: summerjazz@skidmore.edu
https://www.skidmore.edu/summerjazz/
North Carolina
Brevard Music Center Summer Institute & Festival, Brevard. Brevard Music Center stands as one of this country’s premier summer training programs and festivals. Our programs include orchestra, piano, high school voice, opera, composition, saxophone, classical guitar, and jazz for students ages 14-29. Additional 5-day programs include Clarinet, Flute, Low Brass, and Piano Seminars.
Details: Early June-early August. 400 students, 80 teachers.
Tuition: varies by program.
Contact: admissions@brevardmusic.org
https://www.brevardmusic.org/institute/
Cannon Music Camp, Boone – founded in 1969 – is a comprehensive three-week music camp at Appalachian State University in the Blue Ridge Mountains, featuring intensive college preparatory work in performance and music theory. Camp is open to rising high school freshmen to rising college freshmen in Voice, Piano, Guitar, Strings, Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Piano, and Harp. Ensemble performances include band, orchestra, choir, jazz, and small groups. Campers attend weekly lessons and masterclasses, experience world-class guest artist performances and seminars, and can explore voice, conducting, and career opportunities. Scholarships are available through 3/15 (applying early is recommended).
Details: 6/20-7/11. 200 students, 40 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $3,150
Contact: cannonmusiccamp@appstate.edu
https://cannon.appstate.edu/
Pipe Organ Intensive (POI) and Pipe Organ Encounter (POE), Winston-Salem. POI provides an opportunity for participants (ages 13-18) to further their abilities through individual and group instruction in the basic rudiments of organ technique, service playing, improvisation, fundamentals; an overview of organ literature, history, construction and design, and improvisation; and most importantly, an opportunity to meet and interact with peers.
Details: 7/12-17.
Tuition with housing: $750
Contact: olsent@uncsa.edu
https://www.uncsa.edu/summer/music-summer-intensives/organ/index.aspx
International Music Camp, Dunseith
Founded in 1956, IMC offers over 40 one-week programs in all areas of the Fine Arts including Band Orchestra, Choir, Dance, Drama, Visual Art, and more! 1,500+ grade 5-12 campers from 76 countries grow and learn together each season with instruction ranging from beginning to advanced. Auditions are not required.
Details: One week sessions running 6/14-7/25. 200-350 students each week, 175 teachers.
Tuition: varies depending on program, starting at $660/week.
Contact: info@internationalmusiccamp.com
https://internationalmusiccamp.com/
Professional Development for Educators at IMC, Dunseith
Design your own professional development experience this summer! Join us for a Half-Week or Full-Week Professional Development and select the components that fit your needs. Work with leading guest conductors, active professional artists, and energetic teachers who are eager to share their expertise with you in the beautiful setting at the International Music Camp. Set up your schedule when you arrive at camp – classes, rehearsals, lessons, and seminars. You can observe multiple programs each week. Come prepared for individualized learning that fits your needs and your schedule. Graduate Level Credits Available!
Details: Half-week or one-week programs from 6/14-7/25.
Tuition: $660-Full Week and $330-Half Week if registered before 5/1; $675-Full Week and $365-Half Week Attendance: 1-5 PDE Participants & 200-350 Campers. 185 teachers.
Contact: info@internationalmusiccamp.com
https://internationalmusiccamp.com/programs-and-sessions/professional-development/
Ohio
Summer Programs at The Ohio State University
Clarinet Academy, Columbus. The four-day Clarinet Academy provides high school clarinetists with a unique opportunity to develop as musicians; engage with peers; work with Ohio State faculty, clarinet students and alumni; and enjoy the college experience on campus. Activities include private lessons, master classes, performing as soloists and in coached chamber groups, and as part of the Ohio State ClariNetwork clarinet choir. For students entering grades 9-12 and 2026 graduates. Resident and commuter options.
Details: 6/7-10. 40 students.
Tuition with housing: $525, tuition alone: $425.
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
Double Reed Camp, Columbus. Oboists and bassoonists entering grades 9-12 and 2026 graduates will work with professors Abby Yeakle Held, Jesse Schartz and current students. Rehearse and perform in chamber ensembles and a large double reed choir. Get “hands-on” with the art of reed-making, participate in master classes, enhance performance, explore repertoire, experience the beautiful Ohio State campus and meet other double reed players. Resident and commuter options.
Details: 6/17-20. 40 students.
Tuition with housing: $525, tuition alone: $425.
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
Hip Hop Camp, Columbus. This day camp is designed as an immersive introduction to the rich history, cultural foundations, and creative practices of Hip Hop. Grounded in an academically informed understanding of the genre, the camp explores the four original elements of Hip Hop – DJing, Breakdancing, Graffiti, and Emceeing – through structured, hands-on learning environments facilitated by experienced practitioners. The camp will also include Beat Making. For students entering grades 9-12 and 2026 graduates. Day program: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Details: 6/8-10. 40 students.
Tuition: $425
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
Jazz Camp, Columbus. Intermediate and advanced jazz students entering grades 10-12 and 2026 graduates; must have at least one year of experience playing in a school jazz ensemble. Students will play in both a big band and jazz combo, participate in master classes with Ohio State jazz studies faculty, and enjoy sessions covering topics such as jazz history, jazz theory, jazz improvisation and a survey of the music industry. The program concludes with a finale concert where the big bands and combos will perform for family and friends. Resident and commuter options.
Details: 6/11-6/14. 35 students.
Tuition with housing: $525, tuition alone: $425.
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
Marching Band Clinic, Columbus. For brass and percussion students entering grades 10-12 and 2026 graduates with at least one year of marching experience. Led by marching band staff and student leaders, participants learn the music and military-style marching fundamentals used by the Ohio State Marching Band as they contemplate a potential audition. Resident and commuter options.
Details: 7/10-12. 250 students.
Tuition with housing: $525, tuition alone: $425.
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
Middle School Concert Band Academy, Columbus. This day program is designed for middle-level concert band musicians to enrich their understanding of music in an enjoyable, non-competitive setting. Experience ensemble and sectional rehearsals with engaging repertoire, instrument-specific master classes, elective classes (Beginning Conducting, Beginning Piano, Beginning Jazz, Ukulele, World Drumming) and a finale concert. For students entering grades 6-9. Daily from 8 am–3:30 pm. Commuters only.
Details: 6/21-26. 150 students.
Tuition: $425
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
Saxophone Camp, Columbus. A highly interactive and enjoyable program where students strengthen classical and jazz skills through master classes, coached small groups, private lessons, performances and more. Experience the beautiful Ohio State campus and meet other saxophone players. Led by saxophone professors Michael Rene Torres, Shawn Wallace and Robert Brooks. Resident and commuter options. For students entering grades 9-12 and 2026 graduates.
Details: 6/7-10. 35 students.
Tuition with housing: $525, tuition alone: $425.
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
String Teacher Workshop, Columbus. Celebrating 41 years, this workshop is designed to meet the needs of a diverse population of string teachers. Join us for a rewarding week of learning, building community, and making music with string teachers from around the world! Led by Dr. Heather Lofdahl, featuring over 20 clinician – the best in the business. Two workshops to choose from – in-person or online. Graduate and CEU credit available.
Details: 7/12-18. 750 stud. 23 teachers.
Contact: stringteacherworkshop@osu.edu
https://music.osu.edu/outreach/osu-stw
Summer Strings, is a day program that offers two weeks of motivational hands-on training in technique and aural skill development, participation in chamber music ensembles, and large orchestra rehearsals in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. While this workshop is designed to meet the needs of students from various training styles, all students should have at least one year of playing experience. For students entering grades 4–9 in the 2026-2027 school year. Daily: 9a.m.–1 p.m.
Details: 6/15-19 and 6/22-26. 75 students.
Tuition: $425
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp2026
Vocal Arts Camp, Columbus. Students will work with members of the voice faculty to enhance their vocal performance abilities through one-on-one private lessons; classes on auditioning, acting the song, singing health; master classes; ensemble and stage craft work. Experience the beautiful Ohio State campus and meet other vocalists. For students entering grades 10-12 and 2026 graduates. Resident and commuter options.
Details: 6/11-14. 50 students.
Tuition with housing: $525, tuition alone: $425.
Contact: YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu
http://go.osu.edu/ysmp202
The Ohio State University Flute Workshop is with the Flute programs.
BGSU Summer Music Institute, Bowling Green. SMI features week-long intensive camp sessions (jazz, piano, vocal arts, flute, strings, trombone, double reed, super sax) designed to improve your playing, learn new skills, and meet new friends – all on a college campus. Camp participants will work with BGSU music faculty, current BGSU music students, and guest artists who will challenge and inspire.
Details: 6/14-19, 6/21-26, 6/28-7/3.
Tuition with housing: $650, tuition alone $525.
Contact: summermusicinstitute@bgsu.edu
https://www.bgsu.edu/musical-arts/events/community-programs/summer-music-institute.html
OHIO Summer Music Academy, Athens offers high school students an opportunity to study with esteemed Ohio University music faculty and guest artists for one-week in the beautiful foothills of southeast Ohio. Students choose from the following tracks – Band, Contemporary Music & Digital Instruments (CMDI), Piano, Strings, or Voice. All students participate in workshops, classes, and ensembles throughout the week. Merit-based scholarships are available. Register starting Feb. 1st.
Details: 6/22-27. 120+ students, 15 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $990, tuition alone $395.
Contact: summerarts@ohio.edu
https://www.ohio.edu/fine-arts/summer-arts-programs/high-school/summer-music-academy
Otterbein Summer Music Experience, Westerville. The 13th annual summer music camp at Otterbein University welcomes composers, pianists, guitarists, singers, and players of string, wind, brass, and percussion instruments. Daily one-on-one lessons will be combined with a variety of course offerings. Classes focus on improvisation, theory and ear-training, musicians’ health, music technology and music history (popular and classical music).
Details: 6/8-13. 30 students, 10 teachers
Tuition with housing: $700-900, tuition alone: $560
Contact: summermusic@otterbein.edu
https://www.otterbein.edu/events-conferences/summercamps/music-camp/
Oklahoma
OSU Cowboy Music Camp, Stillwater is a five-day music camp designed as instrumental intensives, where students will have the opportunity to have more individualized time with Greenwood School of Music faculty and more specified classes designed for their applied area. This includes: large ensemble participation and performance, instrument specific masterclasses, area-specific studio classes and warm-up classes, chamber music, and optional one-on-one private lessons. This summer has an exciting new addition: Middle School Band Camp.
Details: MS: 5/31-6/4 HS: 6/7-6/11. Choral: 6/10-6/11 (to be conf.) 120 students, 25 teachers.
Contact: musiccamp@okstate.edu
https://cas.okstate.edu/music/cowboy_music_camp/
Pennsylvania
Csehy Summer School of Music, Langhorne. Through musical ensembles and private lessons, campers engage daily with distinguished faculty from colleges and orchestras nationwide. Faculty challenge campers to higher levels of performance while nurturing their Christian faith. The high school program runs three weeks, with flexible enrollment for 1, 2, or all 3 weeks. The middle school program is a focused 6-day experience.
Details: 6/28-7/3, 7/5-11, 7/12-18, 7/19-25. 120 students, 50 teachers.
Tuition with housing: Middle School: $950, High School: $1,050. Tuition alone: Middle School week: $770.
Contact: info@csehy.org
https://csehy.org/
Mansfield High School Instrumental Music Camps, Mansfield. Choose your focus: Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone, Brass or Percussion. For beginner to advanced players. Residential music camp open to all students entering grades 9-12. Our expert camp faculty and instructors are committed to providing students with an exciting, positive, and rewarding experience. Engaging classes and lessons, instrument specific ensembles, mixed instrument chamber music, recreation in the Endless Mountains of PA, drum circles, final concerts, and much more. Join us for a week of learning fun!
Details: 6/28-7/2. 75 stud., 7 teachers
Tuition with housing: $550, tuition alone: $475.
Contact: cmoulton@commonwealthu.edu
https://www.commonwealthu.edu/find-info/camps/academic-camps
Mansfield Youth Music Camp, Mansfield. Outstanding Musical & Exploratory Experiences for Young Musicians! Our Youth Music Camp is designed for musical exploration, experimentation, growth and fun for young and beginning musicians of all levels of ability. Campers participate in a variety of classes, individual lessons, chorus, ensembles, and a musical. We encourage at least a full year on an instrument for band or orchestra. Youth Music Camp is a wonderful week of immersion in music for young musicians ages 9-14. Come explore the opportunities that await!
Details: 7/6-11. 50 students, 6 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $595. Tuition alone: $525.
Contact: music@mansfield.edu
https://www.commonwealthu.edu/find-info/camps/academic-camps
Marching Arts Education Summit, West Chester. Join us at West Chester University for the Marching Arts Education Summit presented by Vivace Productions. Nationally renowned clinicians will lead workshops on a wide range of topics. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to the field, this program is designed to meet the needs of all marching arts educators. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills, build your network, and take your marching arts program to the next level!
Details: 7/20-23. (Adults)
Contact: info@vivaceproductions.com
https://www.wcupa.edu/music/marching-arts-education.aspx
Patterns for Success Workshop, Kutztown. The Patterns for Success Workshop is designed to equip drum majors with the skills, knowledge, and tools to lead their bands to new heights! Under the guidance of Bobby Lambert, participants are inspired to develop unique talents to positively impact their home communities and beyond!
Details: 7/9-11
Contact: info@vivaceproductions.com
https://vivaceproductions.com/kutztown-drum-major/
Summer Pre-College Programs for Musicians, Selinsgrove. We invite gifted musicians entering grades 9-12 to several week-long, residential music programs. Each institute is focused on improving students’ musicianship, technique and performance skills and designed for musical exploration, experimentation, and fun! Choose from Session 1: Wind Ensemble Institute; Session 2: Choral Institute or Music Production Institute, and Session 3: Orchestra Summit. Merit & talent awards are available. Teacher recommendations required.
Details: 6/21-27, 7/5-11, 7/19-25.
Tuition with housing: $1,025.
Contact: musicdept@susqu.edu
https://www.susqu.edu/academics/summer-pre-college-programs/
Summertrios, Lancaster. Summertrios is a vibrant musical experience offering adult musicians of all abilities the opportunity to play chamber music in a friendly, encouraging, and supportive atmosphere. Our imaginative, insightful, and world-class faculty invite you to inspire and transform your musical journey. There are no admission criteria, everyone is welcome.
Details: ProAm, Jazz, and Chamber Music Essentials: 6/6-13, Intensive Workshop: 6/14-21.
https://www.summertrios.org/
South Carolina
CSU Summer Music Camp, Charleston. Campers elect Senior, Junior, Beginner Band; Senior or Junior Chorus, Senior or Junior Orchestra, Music Theatre, Jazz Camp, or Piano Camp. A week-long non-stop mix of ensemble, master class, private lessons, recreation, and social activities. Saturday afternoon concerts feature performances by all campers.
Details: 6/15-6/20, 6/22-6/28. 600 students/session, 82 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $390, tuition alone: $330.
Contact: musiccamp@csuniv.edu
https://www.charlestonsouthern.edu/musiccamp
Habits Universal Institute by GIA, Charleston. The 2026 Habits Summer Institute will take place on the campus of Charleston Southern University. Come discover the pedagogy behind the HABITS series of method books, professional references, and resources and experience life-changing professional development for music education in a world-class tourist destination.
Details: 6/28-7/1. 100 students, 20 teachers. (Adult program)
Tuition with housing: $445, tuition alone $245.
Contact: scottr@giamusic.com,
https://habitsuniversal.com/habitsinstitute/
South Dakota
USD Directors Institute, Vermillion is an intensive program designed to expose music educators to the best in current and standard literature in addition to teaching methods and materials. Graduate credit is available.
Details: 6/24-6/26. 250 students, 12 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $250 plus plus an additional $55 per night, tuition alone: $250.
Contact: music@usd.edu
https://www.usd.edu/Choral-Directors-Institute
USD Summer Music Camp, Vermillion. The University of South Dakota Summer Music Camp is a six-day experience of learning and music-making open to students who have completed grades 5–12. Activities include vocal and instrumental ensembles as well as a variety of other musical activities. Opportunities for private lessons in a specific instrument or voice are also available. Two performances are part of the regular camp activities.
Details: 7/12-17. 250 students, 45 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $525, tuition alone: $400.
Contact: music@usd.edu
https://www.usd.edu/summer-music-camp
Tennessee
The Tennessee Tech University Summer Music Institute, Cookeville is an immersive five-day experience for high school musicians. Students will study and perform in small chamber groups as well as larger ensembles and have the opportunity to attend masterclasses and private lessons on their instrument of study with Tennessee Tech faculty.
Details: 5/31-6/4. 70-90 students, 15 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $500, tuition alone: $400.
Contact: cjhill@tntech.edu
https://www.tntech.edu/fine-arts/music/summermusicinstitute.php
Texas
Round Top Festival Institute, Round Top. Created in 1971 by concert pianist James Dick, its founder and artistic director, Round Top Festival Institute offers training for young musicians (born before December 31, 2008) seeking a transition from conservatories and universities to a future professional career. Symphony orchestra, chamber orchestra, chamber music and solo repertoire.
Details: 6/1-7/11. 85 students, 40 teachers.
Contact: iversone@festivalhill.org
https://www.festivalhill.org/#/
WTAMU Band & Orchestra Camp, Canyon. The WTAMU Band Camp has been held annually for over 70 years on the campus of West Texas A&M University in Canyon, located in the Texas panhandle just south of Amarillo. Students who have completed at least one year of full band or orchestra may attend (entering 7th grade – incoming college freshman). The camp faculty consists of members of the WTAMU music faculty along with leading high school and junior high band directors.
Details: 7/5-11. 1,000 students, 60 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $860, Tuition alone $390.
Contact: bandcamp@wtamu.edu.
https://www.wtamu.edu/academics/college-fine-arts-humanities/school-music/camps-and-pre-college-programs/band-camp/index.html
Virginia
MasterWorks Festival Lynchburg
The MasterWorks Festival is an intensive, four-week festival for advanced and passionate students of the classical performing arts, ages 14-26. Together, world-class faculty and gifted students present brilliant performances in an atmosphere of dynamic Christian faith. Programs offered include: Orchestra Piano Composition, String Intensive Flute Intensive Vocal Intensive. Located at Liberty University. Scholarships available.
Details: 6/14-7/12. 130 student, 30 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $4,900 for 4 weeks or $1,225/week. Tuition alone: $3,676 for 4 weeks or $919/week.
Contact: karen@christianperformingart.org
https://masterworksfestival.org
LEAD Cooperative, Wintergreen is an innovative, cross-disciplinary chamber music curriculum crafted from Wintergreen Music’s rich history of supportive music education with much-needed training for today’s musicians. It offers limited space in instrumental studies, vocal studies, collaborative piano, composition, conducting, and arts administration for students ages 18+ to provide students the opportunity to work closely with one another and maximize time with our outstanding faculty.
Details: 7/10-26. 35 students, 3 teachers
Tuition: Free
Contact: education@wintergreenmusic.org
http://wintergreenmusic.org/
Mason Summer Band Camp, Fairfax. The Mason Summer Band Camp is a comprehensive musical experience for students enrolled in music programs or private lessons in grades 6-12 with at least two years of playing experience. Students will enjoy the community of two large ensembles – a Jr. High and Sr. High Band – instrument specific break out sessions, a myriad of engaging masterclasses, recitals, and appropriate social events. The Mason Summer Band Camp aims to give students a glimpse of student artist life at George Mason University.
Details: 6/22-6/27.
Tuition with housing: $1,100, tuition alone: $800.
Contact: academy@gmu.edu
https://go.gmu.edu/bandcamp26
Shenandoah Double Reed Camp, Winchester offers a fun-filled, five-day experience for middle and high school oboe and bassoon players from across the country. Students learn from top double reed faculty from the DMV region through reed classes, group coachings, and small and large ensembles. An Advanced Program with Professor Key and Dr. Romine is available for students seeking a greater challenge. SDRC is open to rising 7th graders through graduating seniors (age 13 by September 1, 2026) with at least one year of playing experience. Campers are leveled by ability on the first day.
Details: 6/23-27. 50+ students, 10 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $850. Tuition alone: $550.
Contact: admin@shenandoahdoublereedcamp.org
https://www.shenandoahdoublereedcamp.org/
Lakeland University Music Camp, Plymouth. The Lakeland University Music Camp offers a fun-filled, educational experience for high school and middle school music students. Camp is open to rising 6th graders through graduated 12 graders and includes tracks for Band, Orchestra, Choir, and Piano. At less cost than many other week-long camps, the Lakeland University Music Camp offers so many opportunities: Large ensembles placed by audition, daily sectionals with master teachers, daily music theory classes, numerous elective choices, nightly entertainment, high-quality faculty and staff, and great facilities on a beautiful campus.
Details: 7/26-8/1. 150-200 students, 25 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $700. Tuition alone: $600
Contact: musiccamp@lakeland.edu
https://www.lakeland.edu/MusicCamp
Lawrence Summer Music Institute, Appleton. Advanced high school pianists, string players, classical voice, and percussion players (8th through 12th grade) will participate in exciting week-long workshops focusing on building classical performance and chamber music skills. The Summer Music Institute will feature private lessons, group coaching, performance opportunities, and workshops in a collaborative environment with Lawrence Conservatory faculty and guest artists.
Details: 7/5-12, Enrollment cap: 30.
Tuition: $950, housing: $355, meals: $300.
Contact: summermusicinstitute@lawrence.edu
https://www.lawrence.edu/offices/events-management/summer-lawrence/lawrence-summer-music-institute
Shell Lake Arts Center, Shell Lake. Master teachers…magic setting. Continue your musical growth this summer in the beautiful Wisconsin Northwoods. Since 1968, our week-long camps include both individual and ensemble performances, music theory instruction, technique, and music history into one transformational learning experience. Available for grades 5-12; some adult offerings available.
Details: Details: Trumpet Workshop, Trombone Workshop 6/7-6/12, Jazz Ensemble, Saxophone Workshop 6/14-6/19, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo 6/21-6/26, Concert Band 7/5-7/10, Rock Band 7/12-7/17, Guitar/Bass, Drumset 7/19-7/24, Bluegrass 8/2-8/7
Tuition with housing: $995, tuition alone: $795.
Contact: info@shelllakeartscenter.org
https://shelllakeartscenter.org/summer-camps/
UW-Madison Summer Music Clinic, Madison. Starting in 1929, Summer Music Clinic is the second oldest music camp in the USA. The mission of SMC is to be a true “clinic” for teachers, students, community, pre-service educators, and all to come and learn and grow together during the summer in an immersive arts experience. We invite young musicians of all experience levels who enjoy all forms of music and creativity for a week of music and memory-making on the UW–Madison campus. With sessions for both middle and high school students, learn from experienced educators and music and arts professionals from around the country, locally, and UW–Madison.
Details: 6/28-7/4. 450-500 students/session, 150 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $1,275, tuition alone: $875
Contact: smc@wisc.edu
https://precollege.wisc.edu/summer-music-clinic/
Europe
France
Zodiac Music Academy & Festival, Cagnes sur Mer. Founded and led by the internationally acclaimed Zodiac Trio, the Zodiac Music Academy & Festival invites students and young professionals to immerse themselves in twelve days of intensive musical training and performance in one of the most breathtaking regions of the world: the South of France, Côte d’Azur. Nestled in the picturesque French Alps, the Festival takes place in the historic mountain town of Valdeblore. It offers an extraordinary opportunity to work with an internationally renowned faculty, acclaimed guest artists, and numerous performance opportunities throughout the region. The Festival focuses on chamber music, providing a highly personalized course designed for young musicians aged 17-35. Participants have the chance to delve into the French tradition of music-making through masterclasses with esteemed French guest artists, perform for European audiences, and collaborate with an international faculty in an informal, inspiring setting. Disciplines offered include clarinet, flute, violin, viola, cello, piano, composition, and pre-formed ensembles. Composers work closely with their instrumentalist peers to premiere their compositions in a chamber music setting. Instrumentalists receive private lessons, daily chamber music coaching, and ample performance opportunities (both solo and ensemble), alongside career seminars, masterclasses, and more.
Details: 7/2-15. 45 students, 10 teachers.
Tuition with housing: $2,575
Contact: info@zodiacfestival.com
https://www.zodiacfestival.com
Shkolnikova Academy, Sèvremont. Inviting talented and motivated violin, viola, cello, bass and piano students aged 14-26 to an intensive string and chamber music retreat at the Chateau de La Flocellière in France. Students at the Shkolnikova Academy are granted private lessons on their instrument, chamber music coachings, large string ensembles, masterclasses and performance opportunities in a convivial and nurturing atmosphere.
Details: 8/3-13
Tuition with housing: 2,100€, tuition alone: 1,250€.
Contact: shkolnikovaacademy@gmail.com
https://www.shkolnikovaacademy.com/
Italy
Assisi Performing Arts Festival, Assisi. Vocal and instrumental programs for ages 15+ in the medieval city of Assisi. The program includes masterclasses and lectures as well as an intensive schedule of performances – solo, chamber ensemble, and festival orchestra and choir.
Details: 6/28-7/14 with optional Rome extension to 7/16.
Tuition: $3,500 (scholarships available).
Contact: info@assisiperformingarts.org
https://www.assisiperformingarts.org/
United Kingdom
British Isles Music Festival, Sherborne. The British Isles Music Festival 2026 will take place in Sherborne Girls’ School, Dorset. The festival is an intensive, residential, performance experience course for woodwinds, strings, piano, harp and harpsichord for musicians aged 16-32. Daily concerts, solo, duo, Baroque, chamber music. The professors and resident pianists are established performers and teachers in UK and European conservatories.
Details: July 14-22. 60 participants, 13 teachers.
Tuition with housing: £1250, includes full board.
Contact: britishislesmusicfest@gmail.com
https://www.bimf.org.uk
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