CAMPS

Check each organization's web site for correct and updated information.

 

Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra Summer Camp

August – Interlake High School –   www.byso.org

Burton Music Camp or Jazz Camp  

Grades 6-12.  Band, Orchestra, Jazz, workshops include  small ensembles, opportunities to begin a second instrument, blues song writing, conducting, composition, drama, guitar, improv, Afro-Cuban percussion,  and steel band.   July  - Applications due  ASAP (sessions fill up fast)  www.portermusiccamp.com

Experience Arts Camp Overview

Experience Arts Camp, now in its fifth year, is an extension of EMP in Seattle. Our three unique programs, Experience Arts and Science (EAS), Artist Apprentice Program (AAP), and EAC are tailored to aspiring artists, ages 5-16.  www.emplive.org/education/index.asp?categoryID=28

Marrowstone in the City   

Inspired by the Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestras’ Marrowstone Music Festival, Marrowstone-in-the-City (MITC) is a Seattle-based program designed to provide excellent musical instruction and orchestral training for the younger musician, ages 7-13. The program includes string and wind ensembles, chamber music, sectional and full orchestra rehearsals, as well as master classes, a daytime chamber music performance, and a final evening concert for all students. Students will participate in recreational activities, including a field trip to Western Washington University in Bellingham to visit and rehearse with students at the Marrowstone Music Festival. MITC is designed for students who have at least two years of playing experience, or a minimum of one year of private instruction.  www.marrowstone.org

Marrowstone Music Festival

The Marrowstone Music Festival offers students a unique setting for intense musical and personal growth. Designed for students ages 13-23, Marrowstone offers two and three week session at Western Washington University in Bellingham, Washington. A diverse group of renowned artist faculty guide students from throughout North America in a curriculum that includes master classes, chamber music coaching, orchestra rehearsals, and section rehearsals. All these elements culminate in orchestral and chamber performances. Marrowstone strives to foster individual growth while at the same time inspiring students to learn together and help one another. Communicating, interpreting, creating, performing--this is the soul of the Marrowstone experience.   www.marrowstone.org

Music Works Northwest 

All ages.  Many groups available for students throughout the school year including Youth Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, Percussion Ensemble.  Also available: music retreat, day camp, performances, professional clinicians guest artists.   www.musicworksnw.org

Seattle Center Academy           

Grades 7 & 8, ages 13 - 14.   Orchestra and jazz bands, dance, drama and more. July/August -  Day Camp - Seattle Center  - Applications due early May  http://www.seattlecenter.com/academy/

Summer Sounds

All grades.  Symphonic Orchestra, small chamber groups with sectional rehearsals and small master classes.  Sponsored by Cascade Youth Symphony.  July/August - Day Camp - Heritage Christian School in Bellevue.  Applications due @ May 1   http://www.cyso.us/SummerActivities.htm

Woodwind Camp

The Woodwind Camp offers summer learning opportunities for students ages 8-18 who have had at least one year of experience playing a woodwind instrument (flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon).   Sponsored by Music Center for the Northwest.  The camp meets at Bethel Lutheran Church in Shoreline.  www.mcnw.org