Summer Music Camp Information 2015
Please check prices and dates, as we do not guarantee accuracy. Some camps are just day camps, while others are boarding
camps, and some offer both. Please contact Carolyn_Alford@gwinnett.k12.ga.us if you have any questions.
Remember that summer camps are not the only enrichment opportunity. Many professional and high school musicians in the
area offer private lessons which can keep skills high and can accelerate the student past his/her peers. Private instructors will
have new music to learn that is geared specifically for your instrument. You can request to learn some cool tunes like movie
theme songs, or a song from your favorite band! Contact your orchestra teacher for a listing of professional and high school
private teachers.
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♫ Camps in Georgia ♫
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Atlanta Chamber Music Festival(OVERNIGHT CAMP: 5 days, $100 per day with all food and overnight accommodations).
The ATLANTA CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL is a five day residential music festival for 6-12 grade
students who have been playing for at least one year. The primary focus is on chamber groups coached by
renowned professional musicians from the Atlanta area. ACMF is the only summer program in Atlanta to
offer full orchestra(strings, woodwinds, and brass), elective classes, and seminars. Mr. Gabe Monticello is
the bass instructor for the camp, as well as notable string musicians from the greater Atlanta area. Some
scholarships opportunities may be available as well!
http://www.atlantachambermusicfestival.com/
Peachtree Ridge HS Orchestra Camp- (EVENING CAMP 4 days, $15 a day)
Peachtree Ridge HS, Suwanee, GA, June 15-18, 6pm-9pm, $60 (includes a t-shirt)
“Food, Fun, and Cool Music- make new friends and play a concert Thursday night, enjoying your very
own Lions Orchestra t-shirt!”
http://prhscommunityschool.onmycalendar.com/
Music in Our Environment Orchestra Camp (5 days, $44 a day)
Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center- June 8-June 12th, from 8:30-2:30
Base Price $220, EHC members $198. (Ages 10-13)
Are you a middle school orchestra student looking to enhance your playing skills and have great summer
fun? The EHC has the camp for you! Sharpen your skills and awaken your senses with nature hikes on our
trails, special activities and an exciting treetop canopy adventure. Camp includes a performance on Friday.
www.gwinnettEHC.org
UGA Summer Music Camp- (5 days, $84-$104 a day depending on whether you stay in the dorm)
UGA campus, Athens, June 7-11, Day Campers $420, Dorm Campers $520
A one-hour private lesson $54; two one hour private lessons $108
The University of Georgia Summer Music Camp is an intensive five day musical experience that offers students a
place to grow musically in a fun and exciting learning environment. Campers attend academic classes that address
important areas of musicianship. Campers also attend instrument-specific master classes under the direction of the
acclaimed faculty of UGA's Hugh Hodgson School of Music. In addition, Summer Music Campers have ample
opportunity to socialize, develop relationships with other young musicians, and experience life on a great university
campus.
smcamp@uga.edu
ASTA Summer Orchestra Camp (4 days, $87 a day)
Camp Calvin near Hampton, GA
Intermediate Camp, May 30 – June 2: for rising 7th graders - Fee: $350
Advanced Camp, June 3-6: for advanced (2+ years playing) rising 7th through 9th graders - Fee: $350
All camps include room and board, $100 non-refundable amount due by May 8.
The Georgia American String Teachers Association Summer Orchestra Camp is the perfect camp for your 4th
through 9th grade violin, viola, cello, or bass student. For over 20 years we have been one of the premier summer
camps for string students, focusing on string pedagogy, orchestral experience, and plenty of fun around the
edges. Housed at the beautiful Calvin Center in Hampton, Georgia we are close to home but just far enough away
for this to be a great "camp" experience for everything from first time campers to experienced performers.
www.georgiaastacamp.com-
Encore String Camp (5 days, $102 a day)
Clayton State University, July 5-9, Fee $510,
$50 deposit due with application, full tuition due June 1st.
Encore Orchestra Camp provides an enjoyable musical experience for students from beginner level through 9th
grade (students may attend between 9th and 10th grade). Students receive a good blend of educational and
recreational activities during the week. Rehearsals and master classes are conducted by some of the best
orchestra directors in the state of Georgia with years of success in working with string students at this level. In
addition to rehearsals and master classes, afternoon and evening recreational times are scheduled. The camp
closes with concert performances in the evening of the final day of camp. Recreational activities include swim
time, ice cream and pizza parties, a dance, recitals, and time at the University Center, bookstore, and coffee
shop.
http://www.encoreorchestracamp.com/
KSU Summer Arts Intensive (rising 9th only) (6 days, $50 a day)
Kennesaw State University, College of Arts, GA, May 31-June 5, Day camp only, $295 (includes lunch)
Band and orchestra students will participate in a variety of ensembles, including full string, wind and jazz
ensembles, chamber music and other small groups, as well as solo performance opportunities. Students
will also receive instruction in music theory, improvisation, and composition, will receive individual
instruction/coaching from our exceptional faculty and current School of Music Students.
Deadline for sign up is May 15th.
http://www.ksusummerartsintensive.com
Laurel Ridge Music Camp (7 or 14 days, $114-100 a day)
Mountain Lakes Resort near Helen, GA, Fee: 1 week $800, 2 week $1400 , $200 (or $350 for two weeks) deposit
due by May 1st. Fees are less for returning students
July 12-18 and/or July 19-25,
At camp, students play in orchestra every day, receive coaching from the Artist Faculty in two additional
small ensembles such as a quartet or a trio, play the recorder, sing in chorus, and learn about music
theory and music literature. Students attend master classes and performance classes with Guest Artist
Faculty, as well as attend Faculty Chamber Music Concerts. Campers also have fun with folk dancing,
drum circles, ukuleles, bon fires, boating, tennis, hiking, mini golf, the waterslide, tubing, visiting nearby
attractions, making new friends, and of course riding horses!
email laurelridgemusiccamp@yahoo.com
www.northgeorgiamusic.org
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Florida State University Summer Music Camps (14 days, $63 a day, Wow!!!!!)
Tallahassee, June 21- July 4. (final concert will be on July 4th) Deposit of $75 required, will go towards tuition.
Tuition $875 (room and board)
Only open to 7th thru 12 graders (rising 7th graders not eligible)
The camp includes two full symphony orchestras, two string orchestras, and a chamber orchestra; chamber
ensemble rehearsals and concerts; sectional/master classes; supervised practice; and optional private lessons.
Nighttime and weekend activities include movies, a dance, bowling, ice-cream social, concerts, swimming, etc.
You will be about 30 minutes from the beach at Alligator Point or about 2 hours from Panama City Beach if your
family would like to take a trip to the beach at the conclusion of camp.
Contact: Summer Music Camps, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1180
(850) 644-9934. fsumusiccamps@fsu.edu. http://www.music.fsu.edu/Quicklinks/Summer-Music-Camps
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro Summer Camp (6 days, $77 a day)
July 12-16, Fee: $460
July 19-24, Fee $460
Come enjoy cultural Greensboro, NC and learn new tunes for your instrument. Classes include private instruction,
chamber music, orchestra rehearsal, and cool evening activities. www.smcamp.org