Adventure Music Camp
General Information
Description
Spend a week at Eastman making music with people just like you- who love playing, learning, and creating, all in a supportive and fun environment. This is an exciting day camp (commuting students) for students entering grades 5-9 (current grades 4-8). After a brief orientation on Sunday afternoon, we meet daily, Monday through Friday, from 9am – 4pm with activities that include ensemble rehearsals (band and string orchestra), music and movement, percussion (for all), and World Music. On our final day, we will share the results of our adventures to friends and family in a performance!
Orientation: Sunday July 26, 2026 / 2:00- 3:00 p.m.
Performance: Friday July 31, 2026 / 3:30pm / Hatch Recital Hall
Program Information
Eligibility
This program is for students entering grades 5-9 that have at least two years’ experience on their instrument and are playing at a NYSSMA level 2 or Suzuki book 2 or higher. A teacher’s letter of recommendation is part of the application so that appropriate music can be selected for the ensembles. No audition necessary. What is required? A great attitude and a desire to explore the world of music!
Instruments accepted are bowed strings, winds, brass, and percussion.
Not included this year are voice, piano, guitar, or harp.
Tuition:
–Please note that payment is not due at the time of registration. The student will be billed.
–Also note that housing and meals are not included/available. Students should pack a lunch every day (refrigeration not provided), and students from other states or countries will need to secure their own housing.
–All International students, please follow this link for important information: https://summer.esm.rochester.edu/registration/international-students/
Sample Daily Schedule*
| 9:00am – 9:15am | Students are dropped off at Eastman |
| 9:15am | Band or String Orchestra Rehearsal |
| 10:15am | Ukulele Class |
| 11:15am | Band or String Orchestra Rehearsal |
| 12:15pm | Lunch |
| 1:00pm | Hand Drumming Class |
| 2:00pm | Balinese Gamelan Class |
| 3:00pm | Creative Motion and Movement Class or Chamber Music |
| 4:00pm | Students are picked up at Eastman |
*There are 3 groups alternating classes throughout the day, meaning the schedule order for each student will vary!
For Registered Participants:
HERE is full program information as well as answers to frequently asked questions. Updated 1/30/25.
Additional InfoTeacher Recommendation Form required
“Adventure Camp offered my daughter a great mix of different ways for making music. She thrived being among so many people, adults and kids, who care about music the way that she does.”
“The final concert was awesome. I was particularly impressed with the gamelan performance–the kids definitely exceeded my expectations!”
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