Asheville Music School summer music camps
AMS summer music camps, ages 4-18, include: Rock Camps, Harry Potter-themed Suzuki Strings Camps, Ukulele Camp, Jazz Camp, Music Explorations, Song Circle Voice Camp, Appalachian Music Camp, and Open Jam Camp.
NEW THIS YEAR: Video Game Music Camp, Song Studio Voice Camp, Songs Around The World, Favorite Movie Songs, and Audio Architects.
Summer music camps at Asheville Music School are a great way to begin your musical journey, enhance your skills, or even try a new instrument. Students will learn music in a fun, supportive, team-oriented environment in small or large groups. All camps include time outdoors, weather permitting. Camps run Mon-Fri, half day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm) or full day (9am-4pm). Cost: $210-$385. Email info@ashevillemusicschool.org for more info.
Summer 2026 Camps
June 15-19: Songs Around The World, 1pm-4pm, ages 6-8.
Led by Jenna Jaffe
June 22-26: Ukulele Camp, 9am-12pm, ages 7-10, instrument required. Held at Trinity United in West Asheville.
Led by Andy John & Melanie Ida Chopko
June 22-26: Pre-Teen Pop Rock Camp, 9am-4pm, ages 9-13, some experience helpful but not mandatory.
Led by Mary Steinbrecher & Bryce Robertson
June 29-July 3: Rock Camp, 9am-4pm, ages 10-18, some experience helpful.
Led by Andy John & Ryan Kijanka
June 29-July 3: Music Explorations, 2 sessions; 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm, ages 4-6. Held at Trinity United in West Asheville.
Led by Melanie Ida Chopko, Emily Songster, & Nic Jenkins
July 6-10: Video Game Music Camp, 9am-12pm, ages 8-14.
Led by Mary Steinbrecher
July 6-10: Favorite Movie Songs, 1pm-4pm, ages 6-8.
Led by Jenna Jaffe
July 13-17: Song Studio Voice Camp, 1pm-4pm, ages 12-14.
Led by Rachel Hansbury
July 20-24: Music Explorations, 9am-12pm, ages 4-6. Held at Trinity United in West Asheville.
Led by Melanie Ida Chopko & Nic Jenkins
July 20-24: Beginner Harry Potter-themed Suzuki Strings Camp, 9am-12pm, ages 4-8, instrument required.
Led by Paul Stroebel & Holley Ross
July 27-31: Harry Potter-themed Suzuki Strings Camp, 9am-4pm, ages 5-12, instrument required.
Led by Paul Stroebel & Holley Ross
Aug 3-7: Jazz Camp, 9am-12pm, ages 13-18, instrument required.
Led by Andy John.
Aug 3-7: Appalachian Music Camp, 1pm-4pm, ages 8-15, for acoustic string instruments.
Led by Paul Stroebel & Jason McCoy
Aug 10-14: Open Jam Camp, 9am-12pm, ages 9-16, instrument required.
Led by Mary Steinbrecher
Aug 10-14: Audio Architects: Intro to Recording & Production, 1pm-4pm (except Wed. Aug 12: 1-7pm), ages 14-18
Led by Guinevere Thorn
Payment Policy
- 50% deposits are due one month prior to the start of camp.
- Full payments are due no later than 2 weeks prior to start of camp. Failure to pay camp tuition may result in losing your spot.
- You may request a refund prior to May 30. Requests for future camp credit will be given up to 2 weeks prior to the start of each camp (100% credit toward a camp this year or 80% toward next year).
- Max refund is 97% (AMS keeps the final 3% to cover processing fees)
- Payments can be made online or via check to 10 Ridgelawn Rd., Asheville, NC 28806 and include student name and camp name.
Discounts Available. Contact Executive Director Ryan Reardon to inquire: ryan@ashevillemusicschool.org
- AMS member; $10 discount
- Multiple siblings; $50 discount for 2nd child
- Scholarships are available CLICK OR TAP HERE.
