2018 Summer Camps dates announced! All camps run 9am – 4pm, except Music Explorations, which runs 9am – 12pm. Camp tuition is $335, except where noted.
Discounts Available. Contact Gabrielle Tee: gabrielle@ashevillemusicschool.org
- AMS member; $10 discount
- Multiple siblings; $50 discount for 2nd child
Scroll down to see videos from 2017 camps, or head over to our YOUTUBE page to see some more. See you this summer!
2018 Summer Camp Offerings
June 18-22: Music Explorations Camp w/ Kylie Brown | Ages 4-6
Music Explorations is a great way for young beginners to explore music, sound, rhythm, and various instruments in a fun and encouraging group setting. We will be taking a journey around the world to discover the music of diverse cultures and regions. Children will get to dance and move, experiment with various instruments, sing tunes, and experiment with their own music-making. Music Explorations is led by instructors with vast experience in early childhood music education, including Kindermusik, and will encourage social skills and group interactions, develop aural and visual skills, and foster a love of music in your child.
9:00am-12:00pm
$185 tuition
June 25-29: Suzuki Strings Camp w/ Holley Ross & Paul Stroebel | Ages 5-12 - FULL
Come join in on the magic, music and merriment of Hogwarts camp of Violin and Musicality. We will have wand practice, a Quidditch game, a trip to Moog’s museum of magical musical manipulations, as well as plenty of music making.
July 9-13: Teen Pop Rock Camp w/ Gabrielle Tee & Andy John | Ages 12-18
4/17 UPDATE: This camp can no longer accept drummers. We’re at drummer capacity! Please refer to the Rock Band Camp w/ Alec Fehl (July 23-27) or Pre-Teen Pop Rock Camp with Andy John & Kylie Brown.
This camp week is ideal for students who are in junior high and high school and enjoy a more challenging environment. Students typically learn and perform 4-5 songs in just one week! Previous concerts included songs by The Avett Brothers, Twenty-One Pilots, Bob Marley, and Vance Joy. Campers will be placed in bands with 4-6 peers of similar skill level and musical taste. Outside of the rehearsal room, students hang out during lunch and rec time, make t-shirts, write original songs, and travel to local music studios like Moog and Echo Mountain. Additionally, campers can learn a new instrument during our electives period. The camp week will culminate in a recording session and a concert for family and friends. To fully enjoy this camp week, we suggest students have at least 1-2 years of previous music lessons and/or ensemble experience.
July 16-20: Pre-Teen Pop Rock Camp w/ Andy John & Kylie Brown | Ages 9-13 - FULL
MAY 14, UPDATE: This camp is full. But, Rock Band Camp might be perfect for you! Scroll down to learn more.
This camp is ideal for younger students, beginners, and those who may need a little extra guidance through individual and small group instruction. Kylie Brown and Andy John are experienced classroom teachers and music instructors, and will ensure students have fun while learning a lot! Campers will perform in both small groups and large groups, and learn 2-3 songs throughout the week. Previous concerts included songs by The Beatles, Jason Mraz, Katy Perry, and Coldplay. Outside of the rehearsal room, students will enjoy inside and outside games, t-shirt decorating, instrument-making, and field trips. Previous field trips included Moog and Echo Mountain Studios. Additionally, campers can learn a new instrument during our electives period. The week will culminate in a recording session and a concert for family and friends.
July 23-27: Rock Band Camp w/ Alec Fehl | Ages 10-18
Come learn more than just how to play songs, learn how to play in a band! Students will gain confidence and leadership skills through making their own arrangements of classic and modern rock tunes. Previous summer rock bands have performed songs by The White Stripes, Pink Floyd, The Clash, Green Day, and The Rolling Stones. Campers will perform and rehearse in one large ensemble, with breakout sessions for both instrumentalists and vocalists. Outside of rehearsal time, students go on field trips, participate in a recording session, and learn about the history of rock ‘n’ roll, culminating in a trivia game with prizes! he students will perform a final concert for family and friends. To fully enjoy this camp week, we suggest students have at least 1-2 years of previous music lessons and/or ensemble experience.
July 30-August 3: Music Explorations Camp w/ Kylie Brown | Ages 4-6 - FULL
July 30-August 3 Music Explorations Camp is full, but we’ve announced another week! June 18-22. See above for more information.
Music Explorations is a great way for young beginners to explore music, sound, rhythm, and various instruments in a fun and encouraging group setting. We will be taking a journey around the world to discover the music of diverse cultures and regions. Children will get to dance and move, experiment with various instruments, sing tunes, and experiment with their own music-making. Music Explorations is led by instructors with vast experience in early childhood music education, including Kindermusik, and will encourage social skills and group interactions, develop aural and visual skills, and foster a love of music in your child.
9:00am-12:00pm
$185 tuition
August 6-10: Chamber Ensemble Camp w/ Jason McCoy & Paul Stroebel | Ages 10-18
All skill levels are welcome. Campers will be split up into groups, as necessary, based on age and/or skill level. Students will learn and perform different styles of chamber music in a team-oriented, fun, and supportive ensemble environment. Placement audition or interview required for teachers to assess students’ abilities. Students will be placed in ensembles based on skill level. Call to schedule audition appointment. Price includes recording experience, field trip, and showcase performance.
