Students learn in a team-oriented, fun, and supportive ensemble environment; the goal is to make music accessible and collaborative for everyone. A placement audition or interview may be required for some camps, so teachers can assess students’ abilities to place them accordingly. Camp activities can include a recording experience, field trips, appropriate recreation time, thematic elements (e.g. Harry Potter-themed Suzuki Strings Camp), and guest artists. All camps include a performance at week’s end.
Each camp is one week long, Monday-Friday, running 9:00am-4:00pm. Music Explorations Camp runs 9:00am-12:00pm.
Asheville Music School members receive a $10 discount. Sibling discount: $50 off for second child.
Registration is still open for some camps. Scroll down for online registration form. Or, you can download registration form here: SummerCampRegistrationForm2017. Email Program Director Gabrielle Tee at gabrielle@ashevillemusicschool.org for more details.
2017 Summer Camp Offerings
June 19-23: Jazz Camp w/ Jason Moore
- Ages 10-18
- Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Cost: $335
- Intermediate-advanced skill levels
Students will play Big Band arrangements, learn to play improvised solos, and learn about Jazz history, in a team-oriented, fun, and supportive ensemble environment. Price includes recording experience and showcase performance. Placement audition or interview required for teachers to assess students’ abilities.
June 26-30: Rock Band Camp w/ Alec Fehl – FULL
- Ages 9-18
- Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Cost: $335
- Intermediate beginners welcome
THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL.
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 10-14: Pre-Teen Pop Rock Camp w/ Andy John & Kylie Brown
- Ages 9-13
- Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Cost: $335
- Beginners welcome
THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL.
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 as 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 17-21: Music Explorations Camp w/ Hillary Trumpler
Theme: Music Around The World
- Ages: 4-6
- Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
- Cost: $175
- Beginners welcome
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.
July 24-28: Suzuki Strings Camp w/ Holley Ross & Paul Stroebel
Theme: Harry Potter
- Ages 5 and up, beginners welcome
- Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Cost: $335
- Beginners welcome
THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY 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.
Learn violin, viola, and cello, through the Suzuki Method. No placement audition required. Price includes showcase performance.
July 31-Aug. 4: Teen Pop Rock Camp w/ Gabrielle Tee & Andy John
- Ages 12-18
- Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Cost: $335
- Intermediate-advanced skill levels
THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL.
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.
Aug. 7-Aug. 11: Chamber Ensemble Camp w/ Isabel Castellvi & Paul Stroebel
- Ages 7 and up
- Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Cost: $335
- Intermediate beginners welcome
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.
