Music Camps

Bluegrass Music Camp (ages 8-18) 1:00-4:00pm

Campers may bring their guitar, mandolin, fiddle/violin, banjo or string bass, to learn the basics of Bluegrass and American/Irish folk music and group playing. Campers will delve into this incredible summer experience with experienced teachers in a relaxed and fun environment. The week will conclude with a concert for family and friends! *All ages are welcome, but 6 months study on chosen instrument is recommended. (Instruments not provided; please bring your own).

Tuition: $195

Instructors: Derek Harris, Layne Green

May be combined with these AM camps: Storybook Scenes (Gr. 2-5) OR 2D Animation Studio 1 (Gr. 6-12)

 

CANCELED - Music is Elementary (Gr. 2-5), 9:00am-12:00pm

We're sorry, this camp has been canceled. Alternative camps for this age group in Week 6 are Mini Masterpieces 2, A Week of Myths & Legends, Art Around the World, &  Frozen Musical Revue.

*Also, Ms. Mercier's music class will be a part of OCSAC String Camp in Week 7. Beginners are welcome to enroll in String Camp!*

This camp will cover the musical aspects of singing, dancing, moving, and playing instruments. Each day will feature a session on Movement, Percussion, Creativity, Music Literacy, as well as many music games and activities. The week will conclude with a performance created over the course of the week by the instructor and the students.

Tuition: $195

Instructor: Katherine Mercier

OCSAC String Camp 2025 (Ages 5-18), 9:00am-2:00pm

This intensive music camp offers instruction in violin, viola, cello and string bass in an encouraging group environment, with skilled instructors. 

Daily class sessions will include orchestra, chamber ensembles, fiddle ensemble and instrument-specific technique classes as well as training in aural skills and music theory, and fun activities such as Orff instruments. The camp period includes a 30-minute daily lunch break (bring your own sack lunch), and 1:00-2:00pm masterclass or student/faculty recital each day, which parents are encouraged to attend. The week will conclude with an all-camp concert on Friday.  

Students will be separated into groups by level, and beginner through advanced students are welcome. Beginner students may try a string instrument, and receive recommendations from our experienced faculty for group placement in the Fall. Intermediate & advanced students will benefit from the opportunity to learn from different teachers, meet new friends, and collaborate with their peers on more challenging literature.

-Instruments are not provided. Please contact the office for instrument rental recommendations.

-Optional 2:00-4:00 Extended Day Add-On Session: Students will wind down their day with fun, music-themed projects and activities. Appropriate for all ages, instructors will modify activities to fit the needs of the students signed up to participate, and separate into age-appropriate groups if necessary. Instructors: Katherine Mercier & Derek Harris

-Advanced students who register for both OCSAC String Camp & LaPS Leadership String Summer Intensive will receive a discount for the 2-week combination.

Tuition: $195

Instructors: OCSAC String Faculty & Guest Clinicians

 

Rock Band Camp (ages 8-14), 1:00-4:00pm

Rock instruments, vocals, songwriting, album covers, poster and t-shirt design! An action-packed week for the budding "rocker." No previous experience necessary. Bring your own guitar or bass or we provide keyboard or drums. Led by Arts Center faculty in a friendly atmosphere where students play in a band, learn and write songs, design their own promotional materials, and perform in an All Camp Jam Concert on the final day. 

Tuition: $195

Instructors: Derek Harris & John Grammer

May be combined with these AM camps: Fairy Tale Theatre (Gr. 3-6), 2D Animation Studio 2 (Gr. 6-12), Jr. Potters 2 (Gr. K-5)

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LaPS Leadership Summer String Intensive 10:00am-2:00pm

Students will receive intensive training in: Audition preparation, solo, chamber music, and chamber orchestra performance. Masterclasses and student performances will be offered daily. All ages of string students accepted. Recommendation is for students to be Suzuki book 5 level or higher and to have a private teacher recommendation. Scholarship applications accepted. (Contact the office to request an application). In addition to OCSAC Strings Faculty, students will have the opportunity to learn from guest artists from the Louisville Orchestra and NouLou Chamber Players *Advanced students who register for both strings camps (July 21-Aug. 1) will receive a discount for the 2-week combination.

Tuition: $295

Instructors: Brittany MacWilliams, Sam Meade, Felix Borges