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Silver SignalBoston University College of Fine ArtsSelective

Boston University Tanglewood Institute: Summer Program

An intensive residential music program for ages 14–20 offering two-week workshops and longer Young Artists Programs in orchestral instruments, voice, piano, composition, and chamber music. Held at Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts, with partnerships to Boston Symphony Orchestra concerts and performances.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsResidentialLenox, MA$7,000+72 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsMusic Performance, Orchestral Instruments, Voice, Piano, Composition, Chamber Music, Woodwinds, Brass, Strings, Percussion, Harp

Cost$7,000+ · $4,055

Websitehttps://www.bu.edu/cfa/tanglewood/

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San Francisco Conservatory of MusicSelective

San Francisco Conservatory of Music: Summer@SFCM

Summer@SFCM offers multiple residential and online summer music programs for students ages 12 and up, including instrument-specific intensives, composition courses, and an arts leadership institute.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineSan Francisco, CA<$50021 days left

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, Harp, Percussion, Guitar, Vocal, Bass Clarinet, Music Composition, Arts Leadership

Cost<$500 · $375

Websitehttps://sfcm.edu/summer

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Manhattan School of MusicSelective

Manhattan School of Music Summer: Camp MSM

An intensive day program for young musicians ages 8–17 offering classical, jazz, composition, and musical theater instruction with daily classes, weekly private lessons, and performance opportunities at MSM venues in New York City.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY<$50083 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, STEM

SubjectsMusic, Classical, Jazz, Composition, Musical Theater, Brass, Strings, Woodwinds, Piano, Percussion

Cost<$500 · $2,940

Websitehttp://www.msmnyc.edu/Instruction-Faculty/Programs/Special-Programs/Camp-MSM

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Susquehanna UniversitySelective

Susquehanna University: Wind Ensemble Institute

A weeklong residential music program for high school wind and percussion musicians, featuring chamber music, symphonic wind ensemble performance, private lessons, master classes, and solo competitions.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialSelinsgrove, PA$500–$1,499207 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsWind Ensemble, Chamber Music, Percussion, Music Performance

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,075

Websitehttps://www.susqu.edu/academics/summer-pre-college-programs/wind-ensemble-institute/

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New England Conservatory Expanded Education / NEC PrepSelective

New England Conservatory: Youth Philharmonic Orchestra

An extremely selective orchestral ensemble for highly advanced pre-college strings, winds, brass, percussion, and harp players. The YPO rehearses on Saturday afternoons and has completed 16 international concert tours, establishing itself as one of the finest youth orchestras in the world.

Academic YearCommuterBoston, MA$500–$1,499

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsOrchestral Music, Strings, Winds, Brass, Percussion, Harp

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,350

Websitehttps://necmusic.edu/expanded-education/nec-prep/ensembles/

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Appalachian State UniversitySelective

Appalachian State University: Cannon Music Camp

A three-week residential music camp for rising 9th–12th graders held on Appalachian State University's campus in Boone, North Carolina. The program offers instruction in voice, piano, woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, harp, and guitar, with ensemble performances, masterclasses, and career exploration opportunities.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidentialBoone, NC$3,000–$6,999Applications open in December

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, Voice, Piano, Woodwinds, Brass, Strings, Percussion, Harp, Guitar, Music Theory, Jazz, Conducting

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,150

Websitehttps://cannon.appstate.edu/

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The Juilliard SchoolSelective

Juilliard: Summer Percussion Program

A three-week residential summer program for high school students focused on percussion performance, featuring master classes, mentorship from faculty and guest artists, performances at Lincoln Center, and comprehensive musical training including orchestral and chamber music.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialNew York City, NY$7,000+97 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsPercussion, Marimba, Vibraphone, Snare Drum, Timpani, Xylophone, Orchestra, Chamber Music

Cost$7,000+ · $7,300

Websitehttps://www.juilliard.edu/arm/summer-music/percussion

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Denison UniversitySelective

Denison University: SummerTUTTI Performing Arts Camp

A 9-day residential performing arts camp for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors featuring instruction in music, dance, theatre, and musical theatre with faculty and Grammy-winning guest artists.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialGranville, OH191 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion, Piano, Composition, Dance, Theatre, Musical Theatre

Websitehttps://summertutti.denison.edu/

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Bard College Conservatory of Music

Bard College Conservatory of Music: Preparatory Summer Camp

A summer music program offering instruction in multiple instruments, voice, composition, and ensemble performance for students ages 3–18, with early childhood programs and full-day options available.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterAnnandale-on-Hudson, NY<$500172 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Voice, Percussion, Composition, Jazz, Chamber Music, Ensemble Performance

Cost<$500 · $257

Websitehttps://www.bard.edu/conservatory/preparatory/summercamp/

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SUNY Potsdam

SUNY Potsdam: Crane Youth Summer Music Program

A residential and commuter music camp for ages 12–18 offering instruction in brass, harp, percussion, piano, voice, strings, woodwinds, and jazz, with ensemble rehearsals, master classes, and elective courses.

Jul · 1–3 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterPotsdam, NY<$500172 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic Performance, Brass, Harp, Percussion, Piano, Voice, Strings, Woodwinds, Jazz, Ensemble, Master Classes

Cost<$500 · $590

Websitehttps://www.potsdam.edu/academics/Crane/camps/cym

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Aspen Music Festival & School

Aspen Music Festival & School: Summer Programs

Multiple summer music programs for grades 5–12 including P.A.L.S. (private lessons and concert passes), Mariachi Workshop, Festival Lessons, and Collective Composition Workshop. Programs run June–August 2026 in Aspen and Glenwood Springs, Colorado.

Jun–Jul · 1–8 wk sessionsCommuterAspen, CO<$500191 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsInstrumental Music, Classical Guitar, Mariachi Music, Musical Composition, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Percussion, Harp, Piano

Cost<$500 · $225

Websitehttps://www.aspenmusicfestival.com/

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The Peabody Preparatory of the Johns Hopkins University

Specialty Summer Programs at The Peabody Preparatory

A suite of one-week music and dance intensives offered throughout summer 2025, including programs in beat-making, classical guitar, piano, strings, chamber music, and dance for students ages 6–19.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterBaltimore, MD<$500

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic Production, Beat-Making, Classical Guitar, Piano, Strings, Wind Instruments, Brass Instruments, Percussion, Voice, Chamber Music, Dance

Cost<$500 · $475

Websitehttps://peabody.jhu.edu/preparatory/ways-to-study/departments/summer-session/

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The Rivers School Conservatory

Summer Programs at The Rivers School Conservatory | Classical, Jazz, and Contemporary Music

A suite of six summer music programs offering classical, jazz, contemporary, band, orchestra, percussion, and Suzuki instruction for students in grades 3–12, with options for one- or two-week sessions.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterWeston, MA<$500

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsClassical Music, Jazz, Contemporary Music, Band, Orchestra, Percussion, Suzuki

Cost<$500 · $450

Websitehttps://riversschoolconservatory.org/programs/summer-programs/

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University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas: Summer Music Camps

Six-day summer music camps offering specialized instruction in band, orchestra, and chamber ensembles for middle and high school students. Campers receive six hours of daily instruction from nationally recognized faculty and culminate the session with a final concert performance.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterFayetteville, AR<$500

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsBand, Orchestra, Chamber Ensembles, Wind Instruments, Percussion, String Instruments

Cost<$500 · $349

Websitehttps://smc.uark.edu/

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Indiana University Jacobs School of Music

Indiana University Pre-College Summer Music Clinic

An intensive one-week residential and commuter music program for intermediate to advanced band and orchestra students in grades 8–12. Participants engage in sectionals, master classes with Jacobs School faculty, ensemble performances, and elective courses like jazz improvisation and conducting.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterBloomington, IN$500–$1,499179 days

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsBand, Orchestra, Jazz, Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion, Chamber Ensemble

Cost$500–$1,499 · $815

Websitehttps://jacobsacademy.indiana.edu/descriptions/summer-music-clinic.html

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Butler University

Butler University: Percussion Summer Camp

A one-week intensive percussion camp for grades 7–12 featuring instruction in snare drum, drum set, timpani, mallets, world percussion, steel drums, and concert percussion. Commuter and residential options available with meals included.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialIndianapolis, IN$500–$1,499186 days

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsPercussion, Snare Drum, Drum Set, Timpani, Mallets, World Percussion, Steel Drums, Concert Percussion

Cost$500–$1,499 · $500

Websitehttps://www.butlerartscenter.org/camps/percussion-camp/

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Ohio University

OHIO Summer Music Academy: Band Camp

An intensive one-week summer music camp for intermediate to advanced high school brass, woodwind, and percussion students featuring daily ensemble sessions, master classes, individual instruction, and seminars on music theory, composition, and music leadership, culminating in a finale concert.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterAthens, OH$500–$1,499203 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsMusic, Band, Brass, Woodwind, Percussion

Cost$500–$1,499 · $395

Websitehttps://www.ohio.edu/fine-arts/summer-arts-programs/summer-arts-high-school

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NYU Steinhardt

NYU Broadway Percussion Seminar

A 4-day intensive percussion seminar for high school, college, and professional percussionists focused on Broadway performance. Participants receive instruction from Broadway musicians and contractors, attend Broadway shows, and learn about careers in Broadway pit orchestras.

Jun · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY$500–$1,499209 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration

SubjectsPercussion, Broadway Music

Cost$500–$1,499 · $850

Websitehttps://steinhardt.nyu.edu/programs/percussion-studies/summer-workshops/nyu-broadway-percussion-seminar

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Stetson University School of Music

Stetson University School of Music: Brass and Percussion Camp

A week-long residential camp for brass and percussion players focusing on instrument-specific fundamentals, performance skills, and ensemble playing through daily warm-ups, master classes, and large and chamber ensembles.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialDeLand, FL$500–$1,499231 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsBrass, Percussion, Ensemble Performance, Music Performance

Cost$500–$1,499 · $650

Websitehttps://www.stetson.edu/music/community/music-workshops/brass-camp.php

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American Music Institute

American Music Institute: Chicago Summer Music Camp

A five-day summer music camp for intermediate to advanced musicians ages 7–18, offering instruction in all instruments with curricula in music appreciation, composition, improvisation, chamber music, and performance.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterClarendon Hills, IL$500–$1,499

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, String Instruments, Piano, Voice, Winds, Brass, Percussion, Music Theory, Music History, Composition, Improvisation, Chamber Music

Cost$500–$1,499 · $600

Websitehttps://www.summermusiccampchicago.com/

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Hoff-Barthelson Music School

Hoff-Barthelson Music School: Summer Arts Program

A summer music and arts program offering group lessons, ensemble experiences, creative courses, and foundational music study taught by professional teaching artists in a welcoming environment for musicians and artists of every experience level.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterScarsdale, NY$500–$1,499Details to be announced in January 2027

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, Strings, Winds, Brass, Guitar, Piano, Percussion, Orchestra, Jazz, Chamber Music, Music Technology, Composition, Visual Arts, World Drumming

Cost$500–$1,499 · $922

Websitehttps://hbms.org/summer-arts-program/

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Kansas State University Bands

Kansas State University: Band Leadership & Auxiliary Camp

A 4-day residential and commuter summer camp for high school students focusing on conducting, leadership development, and performance skills in band and auxiliary activities, with specialized tracks for drum majors, section leaders, percussion, and color guard.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterManhattan, KS$500–$1,499Rolling

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesLeadership, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsConducting, Leadership Development, Performance Skills, Drum Major, Section Leader, Percussion, Color Guard

Cost$500–$1,499 · $325

Websitehttps://www.k-state.edu/band/events/camps/leadershipcamp/

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Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Summer: Music Camp

An enjoyable, pre-college experience for serious musicians featuring ensemble performance, private lessons, musicianship classes, and electives in jazz, music history, music therapy, and composition.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterKalamazoo, MI$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, Strings, Piano, Voice, Composition, Jazz, Music Theory

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,775

Websitehttps://www.wmich.edu/music-camp

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