» Instrumental Music Camp for High School Musicians

Chapman University's Instrumental Music Camp for woodwind, brass and percussion is for students entering grades 9–12. Our award-winning camp faculty and instructors are committed to providing an exciting, positive and rewarding musical experience for students throughout the week-long, overnight camp. Join us for a week of music, learning and fun!

Camp Highlights

Wind Symphony rehearsals led by a guest conductor
Chamber Music curated by conservatory faculty and guest instructors
Elective classes with your peers
Explore musical styles in small ensemble rehearsals
Final performance in our 1,044-seat Musco Center for the Arts

Camp Information

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Registration Period

February 1, 2024 through May 1, 2024

Camp Tuition

Early Bird Rate: $1,095, February 1–March 15, 2024
Regular Rate: $1,295, March 16–May 1, 2024
Registration deadline: May 1, 2024
Includes:
- Week-long, overnight camp
- Camp t-shirt
- Campus dormitory accommodation (double occupancy)
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner

Scholarships

A limited number of partial scholarships are available and awarded on a case-by case basis.
To apply for a camp scholarship, please complete the form at this link before registering for camp. Once your application has been reviewed you will be notified to complete camp registration.

Space fills up quickly, enroll early!

Campers stay in an on-campus Chapman University dormitory (girls-only/boys-only), and pre-screened adult chaperones are provided. Rooms are based on double occupancy with a private bathroom.

Check-In: 6:00 p.m., Sunday, June 9, 2024
Check-Out: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, June 15, 2024

Below is a sample daily schedule (9 a.m.–9 p.m.). A finalized scheduled will be e-mailed to all participants:

Breakfast
Large Ensemble rehearsal
Electives
Sectionals/Master Class
Lunch
Small Ensembles
Electives
Audition and Recital Preparation
Large Ensemble rehearsal
Dinner
Special Event/Group Activity

Here is a suggested list of items for your camper to pack:

Clothing

Casual, summer clothing for six (6) days
Jacket/sweatshirt
Pajamas
Closed-toe shoes
Concert clothing
- Instrumental Campers: concert black attire—pants, shirt/blouse or dress, black shoes
- Vocal Campers: camp t-shirt (provided), pair of nice jeans, black closed-toe shoes

Bedding

Sheets and blankets (or sleeping bag)*
Pillow

* Optional mattress topper or extra blanket as mattresses are very firm.

Bathroom Supplies

Towel and wash cloth
Shampoo and conditioner
Soap
Toothbrush/toothpaste/floss
Deodorant
Hairbrush
Shower shoes/flip flops (if desired)

Other/Optional

Phone and charger
Sheet music for solo piece
Money is not required or needed, but there may be a few opportunities to purchase beverages, ice cream, snacks or Chapman gear, if desired.

Printable Checklist

In the event you must cancel your registration for any reason:

Notice of cancellation must be submitted in writing.
Request for cancellation due to illness, accident, or death in the family requires documentation. Upon receipt of documentation, a full refund will be issued, less any applicable cancellation fee. Verification must be received no later than three (3) days after the scheduled start date.
Please allow 4–6 weeks to receive your refund.

In the event Chapman University must cancel the camp at any time, a full refund will be given.

Camper cancellations for any reason prior to 6/1/24 will receive a full refund less a $100 cancellation fee.
Camper cancellations for any reason between 6/2/2024 and 6/8/24 will receive a full refund less a $250 cancellation fee.
No refunds for camper cancellations on or after 6/9/2024.

Please contact music@chapman.edu if you have any questions regarding these policies.

» Instrumental Music Camp for High School Musicians

Camp Highlights

Camp Information

Registration & Tuition

Scholarships

Accommodations

Daily Schedule (subject to change)

Suggested Packing List (printable)

Refunds and Cancellations

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