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Rock City ® World Tour introduces young campers to music with a mix of play, story time, and instrument exploration!

Music Camps for Kids

Rock City World Tour introduces young campers to a world of music! This music camp for kids 4-6 years old includes a mix of storytime, musical instruments, and group play.

Rock City is a blast for growing musicians and introduces kids to core musical concepts. It’s the perfect camp for preschoolers and early elementary students who want to get started with music!

Rock City World Tour Camp

Our music camps for kids let young campers explore their musical talents! Filled with fun, creativity, and group activities, Rock City World Tour Camp is a great way to introduce children to music.

In Rock City, kids learn about core musical concepts, like loud and soft, fast and slow, and high and low notes. Each concept is linked to a children’s story and instrument. This way, campers can learn these concepts and discover different types of instruments through the power of story!

Rock City storytime also includes fun, movement-based activities. This allows campers to express themselves through music and dance.

Our kids music camps expose campers to a wide range of instruments. Over the course of Rock City, kids are introduced to instruments like the hand-drum, recorder, and keyboard. At the same time, campers learn fundamental skills that prepare them for future music lessons.

Bach to Rock ® music camps for kids also tap into a number of key early childhood skills. Through Rock City, young campers can build skills like counting, pattern recognition, hand-eye coordination, social skills, and auditory awareness. Plus, kids can have fun, make friends, and unlock their inner musician!

Spring, Winter & Summer Camps

Bach to Rock offers early elementary and preschool camps throughout the year. Rock City is offered as a summer camp, spring camp, and winter camp.

Week, Partial Week & Day Camps

Our Rock City kids music camps are also available as week and partial week, half-day camps.

Parents can find upcoming camp schedules and pricing through our online sign up system or by calling Bach to Rock. Please note that camp availability may vary based on location and demand.

Sign Up for Music Camps for Kids!

Rock City is one of our most popular camp programs. Our small camp sizes ensure plenty of one-on-one instruction for each student. However, it also means our camps fill up quickly. So, we encourage parents to reserve a space early!

The good news? Signing up for our Rock City music camp for kids is easy! Simply explore available camps online and enroll, or call Bach to Rock and sign up over the phone.

Sign up for our kids music camps today! Register for Rock City World Tour online or contact Bach to Rock for details on camp schedules and pricing.

The Bach to Rock Method

At Bach to Rock, we know that students learn music more quickly when they’re having fun! Our step-by-step curriculum keeps students engaged and rewards achievement at each level. Students get to choose which songs they play, learn from music pros, and perform with peers at live events!

Music Made Fun!

At Bach to Rock, students choose which songs and genres they want to play, making lessons more fun!

Band & Glee Programs

Through our Band and Glee Club programs, students get to play music with peers, a key skill for growing musicians!

Live Performances

Bach to Rock gives students the chance to perform live at local music venues, helping students build confidence on stage!

One-on-One Lessons

In private music lessons, our students learn one-on-one from some of the most talented music educators in the area.

Early Childhood Classes

Music is valuable for early childhood development! We offer programs for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary students.

Music Lessons, Camps & Parties

At Bach to Rock, we offer music lessons and group classes for kids and adults, plus camps and birthday parties! With our fun and beginner-friendly approach, it's never too early or too late to get started with music!

Bach to Rock offers music lessons for all ages and skill levels. Our private lessons include piano, guitar, drums, voice, and a wide range of other instruments. We also offer beginner classes and ensemble programs like Band and Glee Club. Anyone can learn to play music with Bach to Rock — even if you've never played an instrument before!

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• Singing Lessons
• Beat Refinery ® DJ Lessons

Our camps are a perfect choice for students who love music! We offer full-day and half-day summer camps, spring camps, and winter camps for kids, plus camps on school holidays. Our camps are great for students who want to start learning music and see what it's like to perform!

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• Rock City ® Camp
• Rock Band Camp
• Glee Club Camp
• Beat Making Camp
• Beat Refinery ® DJ Camp

Birthday parties at Bach to Rock give kids a chance to be rock stars for a day! With themes like Karaoke Birthday and Rock Birthday, partygoers get to perform and record songs by their favorite artists. We also offer birthday party packages for younger children and corporate teams!

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• Rock City Birthday Party
• Karaoke Birthday Party
• Rock Birthday Party
• DJ Birthday Party
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Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about music lessons at Bach to Rock ® ? Below, we’ve collected some of the most frequently asked questions about our programs, including which types of lessons we offer, how much our programs cost, and how to get started!

What types of music lessons does Bach to Rock offer?

Bach to Rock offers a wide range of music programs, including lessons for all ages and skill levels!

Our private lessons include programs for piano , guitar , bass , ukulele , drums , and voice , as well as brass , string , and woodwind instruments.

We also offer group classes — including beginner classes like Piano 101 , Guitar 101 , and Voice 101 — plus ensemble programs like Band and Glee Club .

How much do music lessons cost at Bach to Rock?

Pricing for Bach to Rock music lessons depends on the type and duration of lesson. You can find up-to-date pricing and schedules for all of our programs through our online sign up system. Pricing may vary by location.

Does Bach to Rock sell, lend, or lease instruments to students?

All Bach to Rock students must have access to their own instruments for at-home practice.

Bach to Rock is more than happy to advise parents and students on instrument purchases. We can recommend local stores that sell high-quality instruments for a reasonable price.

We also have wholesale contracts with instrument manufacturers and suppliers. This allows us to provide instruments at a discount to parents and students who purchase them from us.

A list of recommended instruments and accessories is available for all parents and students.

Does Bach to Rock provide instruments for in-school lessons?

While students must have their own instruments for at-home practice, Bach to Rock will generally provide students with instruments for in-school lessons.

Drums, guitars, keyboards, and support equipment (such as amplifiers) will always be supplied by the school. This way, students don’t have to transport bulky equipment to and from lessons.

As students advance, they may feel more comfortable using their own instruments for lessons at Bach to Rock. Students are encouraged to bring their own instruments to school for lessons when possible.

Note that we do not provide wind or orchestral instruments such as clarinets, flutes, saxophones, or violins.

When is the best age for kids to start music lessons?

It's never too early to get kids started with music! At Bach to Rock, we encourage parents to start music classes early in childhood, so that kids can enjoy the developmental benefits of music education.

Our programs include Rock n Roll (ages 1-3), Rock City ® (ages 3-5), Kids n Keys (ages 5-7), and Fun with Music (ages 6-7). Our early childhood classes help prepare students for private music lessons as they grow older.

We recommend starting private lessons at age 7. This is the age when most students are able to read sheet music — an important skill for private lessons.

Does Bach to Rock offer early childhood music programs?

Music education offers a wealth of benefits in early childhood. At Bach to Rock, we offer a range of fun and exciting programs to introduce your child to music!

These programs include Rock n Roll (ages 1-3), Rock City ® (ages 3-5), Kids n Keys (ages 5-7), and Fun with Music (ages 6-7).

Does Bach to Rock offer music lessons for adults?

At Bach to Rock, we welcome students of all ages — including adults! Our adult music lessons are open to students regardless of their skill level or experience.

Whether you’re playing an instrument for the first time, want to brush up on existing skills, or feel like learning a new instrument, we’ve got you covered!

Does Bach to Rock offer online music lessons?

In addition to in-person lessons , our music programs are available online .

Bach to Rock’s online programs include private music lessons, group classes for beginners, early childhood programs, and online workshops!

How can I sign up for Bach to Rock music lessons?

Parents and students can sign up for Bach to Rock music lessons, camps, and parties at the click of a button! Our online sign up system makes it easy to enroll, and includes up-to-date information for pricing, availability, and scheduling. We also accept registrations over the phone or in-person!

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UPCOMING MUSIC CAMPS AND WORKSHOPS

Throughout the year, School of Rock offers music camps and workshops perfect for adults and children of all skill levels who play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and vocals.

Come to Music Camp

You might be wondering, "What does School of Rock do?" A School of Rock music camp is a perfect introduction to our performance-based approach to music education. School of Rock's music camps offer an incredible selection of experiences from beginner music camps to intermediate and advanced sessions. Our music camps often include performance boot camps, a guitar camp experience, artist-themed camps, songwriting and recording, and more—there's a camp for every interest and skill level. As an added bonus, most music camps end with an epic live rock show performed by the campers. Check the School of Rock location closest to you for upcoming music camps and clinics that teach students not only how to play music, but also music theory, songwriting, and Rock 'n' Roll appreciation.

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Music Camps for Preschoolers Ages 4-5

Many School of Rock locations offer music camps for preschoolers that are geared toward creating a fun and constructive experience for kids. Every music camp instills the basics and an appreciation for music that leaves a lasting impression on your preschooler.

Music Camps for Kids Ages 6-9

School of Rock music camps are scheduled around local schools' vacations and breaks. Each music camp fills your child's day as they learn how to play music, work as a team, and more in an awesome, one-of-a-kind music experience.

Music Camps for Teens Ages 10-17

School of Rock gives teens a music camp experience they'll never forget. In our music camps for teens, students pick up instruments and start playing as a band, ultimately ending the music camp by performing a live show for their friends and families.

Music Camps for Adults Ages 18+

Music camps aren't just for kids. Some School of Rock locations also offer music camps for adults who want a chance to let loose and play music in a band. Adults of every age and skill level are given instruction and rehearsal time, and offered the chance to perform live after every camp session.

Seasonal Music Camps

Winter Music Camps

Whatever the season, there's a School of Rock camp for every age and skill level. Our winter music camps and winter workshops offer much more than just learning how to play rock music. Our camps help students form new friendships, and most importantly, they are fun.

Spring Music Camps

At School of Rock's spring music camps, kids will learn not only how to play some of their favorite classic rock songs, but also how to perform them with a band on stage. The act of learning how to play rock songs and perform them live has been proven to provide the ultimate confidence booster, as well as improve their skills as musicians.

Summer Music Camps

School of Rock's summer music camps offer students a way to learn how to play songs and, in most cases, perform them live on stage. Kids are placed in youth bands, have rehearsals, and learn more about being true musicians. Summer music camps are offered throughout the season to accommodate school schedules.

Fall Music Camps

School of Rock offers 1-to-2 day themed fall music camps and workshops. In these sessions, kids make huge strides towards taking the stage. These music camps and workshops range from songwriting to performing your favorite classic rock songs.

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Are music camps for adults, or are they just for kids and teens?

The Adult Program is perfect for adults looking to learn how to play an instrument or perform live on-stage. Music camps and programs may vary depending on school location, so check your local School of Rock for more details.

How many days a week are the winter, spring, fall, and summer rock camps?

At School of Rock, most summer music camps are scheduled for an entire week, whereas spring and fall music camps usually run 3-to-4 days incorporating holidays or other days when local schools are not in session. Some schools may have winter music camps, which are normally structured around the holidays as well. Music camps are run by your local school, and themes may vary from location to location.

Where will the camp be located?

Music camps for kids and teens are held on-site at your local School of Rock.

How much do music camps cost?

Pricing for our fall, winter, spring, and summer music camps may vary depending on theme and location. Check with your local School of Rock for a list of pricing and music camps that are currently offered.

Is School of Rock for beginners?

School of Rock has different music camps designed for all skill levels. Our Rookies music camps are designed to teach kids the basics of music and performance, while our Performance music camps are generally best for students with a basic proficiency in their instrument. Some schools offer music camps for beginners with little to no experience. Check your local music camps to see what we currently offer.

What is the best music summer camp in the US?

We might be biased but we think School of Rock music summer camps have an edge over traditional music summer camps! Our Performance music camps allow you to work toward performing in a real, live rock concert. Depending on location, some schools may also offer Rookies music camps that conclude with a live music performance as well. Check with your local School of Rock for more information.

What times do School of Rock music camps meet?

Times for camps may vary depending on your local School of Rock. Many schools run half-day Rookies music camps, divided in morning and afternoon sessions. Our Rock 101 and Performance music camps generally meet weeklong, every day from 9 am - 3 pm. For half-day music camps, students may spend the whole day at School of Rock, but are encouraged to bring quiet activities to occupy themselves when done so as to not disturb other students.

Will School of Rock provide transportation?

School of Rock does not provide transportation for students attending a music camp. Parents or students are expected to arrange their own transportation including drop-off and pickup at the appropriate time.

Will School of Rock provide instruments? Will my child have to bring anything?

School of Rock has instruments that students can borrow during music camps, but students are more than welcome to bring their own instruments as well.

Do School of Rock music camps include the chance to perform live?

Yes! Our Performance music camps allow you to work toward performing in a real, live rock show. Depending on location, some schools may also offer Rookies music camps that conclude with a performance as well. Check with you local School of Rock for more information.

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Summer Camps for Kids in Mechanicsville, VA

Immerse your child in a summer of music.

With options for ages 4-12, our summer camps are carefully crafted to ignite a passion for music in every young heart. From age-appropriate introductions to instruments and collaborative songwriting to thrilling experiences in rock bands, each camp offers a unique musical journey. Explore the fusion of music and science, dive into the captivating world of musical theater, or take a tour through the rich history of music. Enroll today for a summer filled with collaboration, creativity, and lifelong friendships!

MiniKeys Summer Camp

Plant the seeds for a lifelong love of music with our MiniKeys summer camp!

Is your little one ready to embark on a musical adventure? MiniKeys is the ultimate launch pad for 4 and 5-year-olds to discover the magic of piano, drums, singing, and even creating their own original songs with their bandmates! Through engaging games, delightful songs, and hands-on instrument play, our camp not only introduces young minds to the joy of music but also fosters creativity, kindness, and lasting friendships in a fun and supportive musical environment.

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Rock Band Summer Camp

Experience the excitement of being in a real rock band in the ultimate musical adventure for your child! They’ll embark on a week-long musical journey filled with songwriting, jam sessions, daily adventures, and the thrill of playing in a band. Beyond the music, they’ll develop essential skills like teamwork and creativity, all while having a blast with new friends. The week ends with a final performance, providing the perfect stage for your child to showcase their newfound talents to family and friends. Enroll today and let your child rock on with confidence, creativity, and lifelong friendships!

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Music Through The Decades Camp

Take a tour of music through the decades! Embark on a journey through the rich history of music, exploring iconic tunes from the 60s/70s, 80s, 90s, 00s, and today’s chart-toppers. Each day of the week is dedicated to a different decade, allowing students to immerse themselves in the diverse sounds that shaped generations. Our experienced instructors will guide participants in learning and playing songs from each era, providing not just a musical experience but a deep understanding of the soul of each decade. The week concludes with an exciting showcase where campers can proudly display their newfound skills. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the groove, make friends, and create musical memories!

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Discover the captivating synergy of piano, science, technology, engineering, and math! Our innovative program encourages students to explore the intricate connections between music and science through hands-on experimentation. From unraveling patterns and vibrations to bending notes and inventing new sounds, participants will gain a fresh perspective on the harmonious relationship between these disciplines. Brace yourself for the “Wow!” moments as students embark on a thrilling journey of discovery, blending the art of music with the wonders of science. Join us for an unforgettable experience where learning is not just educational but a blast of excitement!

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Musical Theater Summer Camp

Explore the magic of musical theater in our summer camp! At our Musical Theater Camp, students will dive into the captivating world where storytelling and acting intertwine with popular musical theater songs. Unleash your creativity, hone your performance skills, and discover the secrets behind bringing songs to life on stage. It’s a dynamic journey that combines the love for music with the art of storytelling, promising an unforgettable experience for aspiring performers. Join us for a summer filled with melody, emotion, and the joy of musical expression!

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The First Beat Summer Camp

Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey at The First Beat summer camp! Your child will dive into the world of music, learning the fundamentals of piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, and vocals. What sets us apart? We focus on collaboration, as campers come together to create and perform original songs with their bandmates. The week culminates in a fantastic final concert where your child can proudly showcase their newfound musical prowess to family and friends. Let the rhythm of First Beat inspire a lifelong love for music!

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Are you a young musician with a passion for your instrument? Do you envision yourself playing in a symphony orchestra, or performing your original songs in front of crowds? Whatever your creative ambitions are, you’ll take your talents to the next level at Interlochen Arts Camp.

Interlochen Arts Camp is the summer music camp for young musicians in grades 3-12, with programs in a variety of genres, instruments, and skill levels. Depending on age, we have one-, two-, three-, four-, and six-week program options that will challenge and inspire you to reach your potential. When you come to Interlochen this summer, you will:

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At Interlochen, we do music education differently. Here, you’ll find a balance of dedicated work and all the joy a summer camp can bring. You’ll pursue your musical passions to unbelievable heights, while also having the most fun you’ve ever had with new friends who share your dreams. 

Within a typical day at Arts Camp, you’ll find yourself learning life lessons from gifted instructors, practicing hard in the studio, playing alongside beautiful lakes under the Michigan sunshine, sharing traditional games around a campfire, and living out the summer of your dreams. Come to Arts Camp, where you’ll get valuable music experience that will serve you no matter where your gifts may take you. This unforgettable camp experience will resonate with you for a lifetime—in fact, many well-known artists and musicians think of Interlochen Arts Camp as the place where their destiny first became clear.

We offer band camps, orchestra camps, and more. Whether you are a brass enthusiast, a string virtuoso, or a gifted songwriter, you will find a place at Interlochen this summer. In this inspiring space, you’ll dig deep into your love for your art form and feel your musical strengths growing like never before.

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Dive into an unforgettable summer with Sunburst's immersive music camps, exploring a range of exciting concepts from playing in a band to sampling audio and recording. Our camps run Monday–Friday, starting at 9 am and concluding at 3 pm. Then on Friday, cap off the week with a thrilling on-stage performance as our campers showcase their newfound skills for family and friends from 3–4 pm. Explore the fantastic lineup of our 2024 camps below!

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Join the newsletter, music fans, acoustic players, pickers, and enthusiasts of all ages, skill levels, and interests are welcome.

Acousticamp 2024 is a 4-day event for players and music lovers of all ages, levels, interests, and tastes. Whether you are a master player, a beginner, or just an enthusiastic fan, this four-day camp offers activities and workshops for you. You will have the experience of working closely with a special group of artists, referred to as our Faculty, handpicked by Chris. Our environments are non-competitive and are strictly about immersing oneself in the joys of music and our lovely surroundings!

Acousticamp includes:

• Exclusive, private performances by Chris and our all-star Faculty
• Intimate breakout groups at all levels led by Chris and the Faculty – from true beginner to advanced – on guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, bass, and vocals – every day
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Dearest Fellow Acoustic Music Obsessors,

I am OVERJOYED to invite you to the second annual Acousticamp!!! We’re headed west this year, to beautiful Pacific Grove, CA, from August 22nd to the 26th at the Asilomar Hotel and Conference Center.

Once again, I’m honored to be joined by a dream lineup of instructors, known as our faculty, including herofriends Chris Eldridge, Brittany Haas, Paul Kowert, Noam Pikelny, Michael Daves, Ashley Hoyer and Julian Lage, PLUS some brilliant first timers like my pals Louis Cato and Sierra Hull.

Speaking of which, said c/mocktails AND our daily coffee will be WORLD CLASS, presided over by legends of those life-giving crafts, who will inspire you as you strive to make and appreciate Good Things.

Last year’s Acousticamp was a euphoria-inducing fusion of education, practice, and joy, and I have a feeling this year’s will be even better. LET’S DO THIS!!!

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Chris Thile’s Laysongs is his first truly solo album: It’s just Thile, his voice, and his mandolin, on a set of nine new tracks, combining original songs with three wisely chosen covers that contextualize and banter with his ideas. While Thile’s critically lauded interpretations of Bach on mandolin (2013’s Bach: Sonatas and Partitas, Vol. 1) also showcased him on his own, that was a kind of duet, a dialogue between Thile and his beloved J.S. Bach. Laysongs, on the other hand, is more of a soliloquy, and it’s very much a soul-searching one. Thile confronts, cajoles, and cozies up to his personal—and our shared—angels and demons, an effort made more poignant, dramatic, and universal by the enforced isolation of the pandemic.

At the heart of the album is a three-part piece, “Salt (in the Wounds) of the Earth,” that Thile premiered during a fall 2018 composer’s residency at Carnegie Hall. It was, he’s noted, “the first (and so far only) music I’ve made specifically to perform alone, which felt like an opportunity to sing some words that it wouldn’t necessarily be fair to put in a collaborator’s mouth.” Little did Thile know he was merely at the start of what would become a solitary adventure, professionally and, lord knows, philosophically.

Thile had been inspired to write “Salt” after revisiting C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters—a satirical collection of letters from a senior demon to his apprentice—during a long-haul plane trip. The novel cleverly addresses temptation and the undermining of faith. In each movement of “Salt,” Thile plays a variation on a devil’s advocate, nurturing superiority complexes in believers and non-believers alike, with a targeted spiritual disinformation campaign. Thile’s performance is broad and full of mischief, and his playing is just as lively, but there’s a gravity to the questions he poses that lays the foundation for the rest of Laysongs.

Thile played part one of “Salt” during a December 2018 episode of his public radio show, Live from Here, broadcast from Manhattan’s The Town Hall. It was a memorable installment that also featured Thile and his stellar house band performing Randy Newman’s “God’s Song” and Regina Spektor’s “Laughing With.” Thile had built the evening around questions of faith, or the lack thereof, responding to the mixed spiritual and secular messages he’d been encountering on the streets of New York City during the holiday season.

Nonesuch Chairman Emeritus Robert Hurwitz was in attendance and, afterwards, he came backstage to encourage Thile to elaborate further on these ruminations. He saw the makings of an album that could tap into Thile’s own experiences of being raised in a Christian household, an early life that Thile regards with equanimity, not rancor. As he explains, “Bob said, ‘Man, you should do a God-themed record of some kind, it’s all over your work. I was touched that Bob had that suggestion. It is a lifelong obsession of mine, even post-Christianity, what the impact of that kind of devotion to any organized religion is, the extent to which it can be a force for good or for bad. It has probably woven itself through all the work I’ve ever made. And it’s true of so many of the people I make music with, who grew up singing in church—starting with Sean and Sara Watkins [his Nickel Creek bandmates].”

Throughout 2019, however, Thile had to keep his traveling radio show rolling. It wasn’t until the world went into COVID lockdown in the spring of 2020 and Live from Here ended its run that he seriously began to contemplate this idea. Again, Hurwitz supplied a nudge, encouraging him to “make a snapshot of your experience of the pandemic.” Soul-searching was becoming, for many, a daily routine:

I was coming out of the most intense creative period of my life, when all of a sudden, for the first time in a long time, I had a moment to think and dream a little—and I wondered, ‘If I made something, what would it be?’

With Laysongs, Thile had to explore that question, of necessity, completely on his own, which somehow seems fitting: What better way to wrestle with one’s thoughts? Metaphorical isolation had become all too real. But Thile, as a songwriter and performer, is an amiable agnostic, even in these trying times. Rather than weighing him down, this period in the epistemological wilderness has lifted him up.

Thile takes a playfully discursive path on this journey toward earthbound salvation. He allows the listener to connect the dots along the way, to figure out how a song about Dionysus, for example, or a virtuosic performance of the fourth movement of Béla Bartók’s Sonata for Solo Violin, may fit into his plan. “Ecclesiastes 2:24” has no lyrics and may require a brief visit to the Old Testament to see what Thile has up his sleeve. He does offer a clue: “Ecclesiastes 2:24 is one of the bible verses that resonates most with me. It’s good for a person to eat and drink and take satisfaction in their work. And it foreshadows ‘Dionysus.’ “

“God Is Alive, Magic Is Afoot” is based on Buffy Sainte-Marie’s psychedelic adaptation of a Leonard Cohen poem from her 1969 album, Illuminations. Thile discovered it while researching Sainte-Marie for a Live from Here birthday tribute. He honors its incantatory spirit before launching into the intense and at times rollicking “Salt (in the Wounds) of the Earth.” He says, “Covering other people’s material is an opportunity to jam or have a soirée with the likes of Leonard Cohen, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Hazel Dickens, and Béla Bartók. It was important to me to interact with other artist’s perspectives on this topic while I explored it.”

Though Thile often performs works from the classical canon, including his aforementioned forays into Bach an arrangement of the Passepied from Claude Debussy’s “Suite Bergamasque” with his fellow Punch Brothers (on The Phosphorescent Blues), he’d never approached Bartók, whose work he calls “the biggest influence on me that I hadn’t yet attempted to perform.” But Thile found the perfect—and perfectly provocative—spot for Bartok’s sonata on Laysongs. As he says: “It’s the furthest afield from the theme, but there is something so infernal about it. After ‘Salt (in the Wounds) of the Earth,’ one might expect something light, some sort of exhale. Instead, we launch immediately into the fourth movement of the Bartók. It’s as if one of the demons in ‘Salt’ stole my mandolin and started playing.”

Thile had the makings of an album, it turned out, well before he embarked on the actual recording of it. All it took was tying together these various threads from his writing and his research. Helping him put it together was his wife, the accomplished actor Claire Coffee, who’d long been his unofficial sounding board and now serves as his co-producer: “I’ve leaned on Claire’s opinions ever since we met. She has incredible taste and narrative intuition. She was able to help me weave the original and non-original material together into what you’re hearing.”

By the summer of 2020, Thile, Coffee, and their son Calvin had relocated to a rental house in Hudson, NY, a haven for urban expats, as they waited for pandemic-delayed renovations to be completed on their Brooklyn home. In what might have been a bit of divine intervention, they found a recording studio, Future-Past, that was housed in an old church right in the center of town.

“I went in there to look at the space and instantly felt so at home,” Thile recalls. “I loved the amount of sound around the sound. I had two sonic collaborators on this record: the tremendous engineer Jody Elff and that church.”

He continues, “It was so easy for me to stay in character because of where we were. Every hour or so I would take a stroll around the church and let the stained-glass windows transport me back to the last church I attended regularly, Grace Cathedral at the top of Nob Hill in San Francisco.”

Thile realizes—and illustrates in these songs—that the greatest spiritual sustenance comes from communion with others, in breaking bread, sharing wine, and, above all, singing together. The final track on Laysongs, a cover of bluegrass legend Hazel Dickens’ “Won’t You Come Sing for Me,” serves as secular recessional hymn. As he notes, “There is no worship of a deity in that song; it’s very much a plea to your close friends, a plea for fellowship.”

By summer 2020, Thile reveals, “I was more than ever before craving that thing—singing with people, making music with people, but particularly that very selfless kind of music making that happens in church. At best you aren’t thinking about yourself or even about the people you’re making music with. You’re all just doing it together and it’s about something else. It’s really beautiful. And it’s maybe the only thing about organized religion that I miss.”

As a member of Punch Brothers since the band’s inception, guitarist Chris Eldridge has been at the vanguard of acoustic music for over a decade. Although initially drawn to the electric guitar, by his mid-teens Chris Eldridge had developed a deep love for acoustic music, thanks in part to his father, Ben, a banjo player and founding member of the seminal bluegrass group The Seldom Scene. Eldridge later gained in-depth exposure to a variety of different musical styles while studying at Oberlin Conservatory, where he earned a degree in music performance in 2004. During his time at Oberlin, Eldridge studied with legendary guitarist Tony Rice.

After graduating he joined the Seldom Scene with whom he received a Grammy nomination in 2007. In 2005 he founded the critically acclaimed bluegrass band The Infamous Stringdusters. At the 2007 International Bluegrass Music Association awards Eldridge and his Stringdusters bandmates won Emerging artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year for their debut album, Fork in the Road.

Meanwhile, in 2005 he had caught the attention of mandolinist Chris Thile, who enlisted him, along with banjoist Noam Pikelny, violinist Gabe Witcher, bassist Greg Garrison (and later, bassist Paul Kowert) to start working on an ambitious side project. Soon after they decided to focus all of their collective energies into band and Punch Brothers was born. The band has since released 6 critically acclaimed albums, won a Grammy for Best Folk Album in 2018 and toured the world.

Eldridge also plays in a duo with guitarist Julian Lage. They have released 2 full length records and an EP. Their most recent, Mount Royal, was nominated for a Grammy for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album in 2017.

In addition, Chris Eldridge has worked with a diverse cast of musical luminaries including Paul Simon, Renée Fleming, John Paul Jones, Marcus Mumford, Justin Timberlake, T-Bone Burnett, Jon Brion, Fiona Apple, The War and Treaty, Jerry Douglas, I’m With Her, and Del McCoury.

In 2019, Eldridge was named Instrumentalist of the Year by the Americana Music Association.

Eldridge was the house guitarist on the public radio show, Live From Here (formerly known as A Prairie Home Companion), from 2016-2020. He is currently Visiting Associate Professor of Contemporary American Acoustic Music at Oberlin College.

Brittany Haas is widely regarded as one of the most influential fiddlers of her generation. Born in Northern California, Brittany grew up honing her craft at string camps nationwide, and developed her unique style of fiddling at the influence of her mentors, Bruce Molsky and Darol Anger. A prodigious youth, Haas began touring with Darol Anger’s Republic of Strings at the age of fourteen. At seventeen, she released her debut, self-titled solo album (produced by Anger). Haas continued to tour and record while simultaneously earning a degree in Evolutionary Biology at Princeton University (where she also minored in Music Performance). It was during her time at Princeton that Brittany was asked to join the seminal “chamber-grass” band Crooked Still, with whom she has made four recordings and toured the world.

Haas has always been a much sought-after collaborator and session musician. She has performed on Late Night With David Letterman and Saturday Night Live as part of Steve Martin’s bluegrass band, and features on Martin’s Grammy-winning album “The Crow: New Songs for the 5-String Banjo.” Over the years, she has performed with Bela Fleck, Abigail Washburn, Tony Trischka, Yonder Mountain String Band, The Waybacks, Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas (her cellist sister), and more.

Now residing in Nashville, TN, Brittany is currently involved in many exciting projects. In January of 2020, her quartet Hawktail (formerly Haas Kowert Tice, featuring bassist Paul Kowert of Punch Brothers, guitarist Jordan Tice, and mandolinist Dominick Leslie) released their follow-up album to 2018’s “Unless.” They continue to tour around the country with their original material. In 2015, Haas began touring with the Dave Rawlings Machine (featuring Gillian Welch) and can be found on their latest releases “Nashville Obsolete” and “Poor David’s Almanack.” In the fall of 2016, Haas began performing as part of the house band for Live From Here (formerly known as ‘A Prairie Home Companion’) hosted by Chris Thile. Brittany also continues to collaborate with her cellist sister Natalie Haas, Quebecois guitarist Yann Falquet, master Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser, Swedish fiddler Lena Jonsson, and percussive dancer Nic Gareiss.

In addition to her work as a performer, Haas is an instructor at various string and fiddle camps across the globe, sharing her knowledge and passion in hopes of inspiring the next generation of fiddle players.

Paul Kowert is an American bassist and composer. His styles include classical, bluegrass, and progressive bluegrass. He is a member of the progressive acoustic quintet Punch Brothers and a founding member of Hawktail, an acoustic supergroup composed of Kowert, fiddler Brittany Haas, guitarist Jordan Tice, and mandolinist Dominick Leslie.

Kowert grew up in Middleton, Wisconsin. He transitioned to playing bass from violin at age 9. He studied under Edgar Meyer at the Curtis Institute of Music, graduating in 2009. While still pursuing his degree at Curtis, Kowert was recruited to join Punch Brothers. Though Kowert remains the only non-founding member of the ensemble, his arrival in Punch Brothers has been cited as the seminal moment in the band’s artistic formation. As bandmate Chris Thile recalls, “that’s when the band really became a band.”

NOAM PIKELNY has emerged as the preeminent banjoist of his generation. He is a founding member of Punch Brothers, a 3-time Grammy Nominee and was awarded the first annual Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass in 2010. Universal Favorite is the fourth record Noam Pikelny has released under his own name, but it’s truly his solo debut. His previous solo efforts—including 2014’s landmark Noam Pikelny Plays Kenny Baker Plays Bill Monroe—were full-band affairs that revealed his abilities as a dynamic bandleader while reinforcing his reputation as an inventive accompanist. The new release features only the man himself, playing lovely originals and covers that showcase his unique approach to the instrument and compositional flair. He recorded them live in the studio without accompaniment, coaxing a wide array of sounds and colors out of his instruments, embracing the challenges and exploring the new possibilities of the solo setting. And, for the first time in his career, Pikelny even sings. It turns out he has a striking deadpan baritone that conveys humor and melancholy in equal measure. This album, he says, “is the most personal statement I’ve put forward. The setting couldn’t be more stark and I think it lays bare my musical core. Most importantly, it’s an incredibly honest solo album, in that there are honestly no other people on this record other than me.“

Louis Cato is a Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, producer, and songwriter. He has worked with an array of artists including Bobby McFerrin, Snarky Puppy, Jon Batiste, Q-Tip and A Tribe Called Quest.

His love of music started at age 2 when the purchase of his first drum set evolved into an appreciation of the southern gospel from his native North Carolina and continued into his education at the Berklee College of Music.

Cato has an undeniable ability to craft sonic landscapes into timeless masterpieces. After two decades of lending his talents to other projects, Cato released his first solo record STARTING NOW (2017), which he also mixed and produced entirely by himself. He is currently in post production on his newest album which is due out in the coming year.

After playing in the house band for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert since the show’s 2015 inception, Cato was recently named bandleader for the newly renamed “The Late Show Band.”

In her first 25 years alone, singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Sierra Hull hit more milestones than many musicians accomplish in a lifetime. After making her Grand Ole Opry debut at the age of 10, the Tennessee-bred virtuoso mandolinist played Carnegie Hall at age 12, then landed a deal with Rounder Records just a year later. Now 28-years-old, Hull is set to deliver her fourth full- length for Rounder: an elegantly inventive and endlessly captivating album called 25 Trips.

Revealing her profound warmth as a storyteller, 25 Trips finds Hull shedding light on the beauty and chaos and sometimes sorrow of growing up and getting older. To that end, the album’s title nods to a particularly momentous year of her life, including her marriage to fellow bluegrass musician Justin Moses and the release of her widely acclaimed album Weighted Mind—a Béla Fleck- produced effort nominated for Best Folk Album at the 2017 Grammy Awards.

“There’s a lot of push-and-pull on this record, where in some moments I feel like everything’s happening so fast and I wish I could slow it all down so I can really enjoy it,” Hull points out. “But then there are also times where I’m looking forward to the day when the craziness has died down a bit, and life’s a little calmer.”

Made with producer/engineer Shani Gandhi (Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Sarah Jarosz, Alison Krauss), 25 Trips continues the musical journey begun on Weighted Mind, a body of work that built off Hull’s bluegrass roots and ventured into entirely new terrain. But while its predecessor assumed a sparse and stripped-back palette, 25 Trips embodies a far more intricately arranged sound—an effect achieved with the help of peers like guitarist Mike Seal, bassist Ethan Jodziewicz, violinist Alex Hargreaves, and fiddler Christian Sedelmyer, as well as several musicians that Hull has long admired (including bassist Viktor Krauss, guitarist Bryan Sutton, and multi-instrumentalist Stuart Duncan). Along with integrating electric instrumentation and percussion into her material for the first time, Hull dreamed up the album’s eclectic textures by embracing a free-flowing process that often gave way to lightning-in-a-bottle improvisation.

“There were some songs that we created from the ground up, where I’d go in and play by myself, and from there we’d bring in other musicians to add more and more layers,” Hull says. “It was really wonderful to work that way, where we started from a place of mystery and then just let the song show us what it wanted or needed to become.”

Immediately proving the power of that approach, 25 Trips lures the listener into its unpredictable sonic world on the beguiling opening track “Beautifully Out of Place.” With its shifting tempos and gently tempestuous mood, the song was sparked from words of encouragement spoken by Hull’s husband at a time of self-doubt and confusion. “I remember Justin saying to me, ‘I believe in you, so you’re just going to have to learn to believe in yourself,’” she recalls. “That inspired the first line for me, and the song just wrote itself from there.”

Although much of the album bears a rich complexity, 25 Trips also includes moments of stark simplicity that perfectly showcase Hull’s stunning vocal range. On “Everybody’s Talking,” for instance, her luminous vocals quietly capture the frustration of finding clarity in the midst of constant chatter from the outside world. And on “Ceiling to the Floor”—co-written with Kai Welch, a songwriter/musician known for his work with Glen Campbell and Abigail Washburn—Hull spins a tender metaphor from her longtime fear of heights. “I was telling Kai about how when I was little my dad used to try to get me over that fear by holding me up to the ceiling and saying, ‘Just touch it—I’m not gonna let you fall,’” she explains. Featuring a performance from legendary steel-guitar player Paul Franklin, “Ceiling to the Floor” drifts from memory to real-time reflection, slowly unfolding as a nuanced meditation on courage and love.

One of the most unexpected turns on 25 Trips, “Escape” emerges as a delicate collage of hypnotic percussion, otherworldly electric-mandolin tones, and poetic yet plainspoken lyrics (e.g., “I want to escape to a world that’s not closing in”). “I didn’t even have that song on my list for the album, but I played Shani a voice memo and right away she said, ‘I wanna record that,’” remembers Hull, who penned “Escape” with singer/songwriter Angel Snow. “I was a little hesitant since it’s so unlike anything else I’ve done, but in the end it was really exciting to play electric and come up with something in a completely different vein.”

In closing out 25 Trips, Hull shares an especially poignant track titled “Father Time.” “I wrote that song with Mindy Smith after spending a week with my husband and his grandma, after his grandpa had a stroke on Christmas morning,” she says. “His grandma had suffered with Alzheimer’s for years and couldn’t really stay by herself, and through that experience I decided to write about watching my husband take such good care of her, and how that made me love him even more.” With its heavy-hearted melody and choir-like harmonies, “Father Time” shows Hull’s effortless finesse in embedding her music with so many subtle details (including an instrumental reference to “Jingle Bells” tucked into the second verse). “We had our instruments with us at Christmas, so at some point we played ‘Jingle Bells’ for my husband’s grandma,” says Hull. “She can’t remember my name or Justin’s name now, but for some reason ‘Jingle Bells’ stuck, and she still asks for it year- round—it’s the most amazing thing.”

Even as its songs continually shift in genre, encompassing everything from bluegrass to folk-pop to ethereal alt-rock, 25 Trips remains rooted in the sophisticated musicianship that Hull has cultivated almost her entire life. Hailing from the tiny Tennessee hamlet of Byrdstown, she learned to sing from her mother as toddler, took up mandolin just a few years later, and began joining in local bluegrass jams by the young age of eight. With her childhood triumphs including joining her hero and mentor Alison Krauss onstage at the Grand Ole Opry at age 11, she made her Rounder debut with the 2008 album Secrets and promptly garnered the first of many nominations for Mandolin Player of the Year at the International Bluegrass Music Association Awards. In 2016, after a near- decade of consecutive nominations, Hull became the first-ever woman to win the award—then claimed that prize again at the 2017 and 2018 IBMAs. Over the years, Hull has also maintained a rigorous touring schedule, and has made occasional guest appearances with such icons as the Indigo Girls, Garth Brooks, and Gillian Welch.

Marking a bold new era in Hull’s artistic evolution, 25 Trips wholly channels the pure and palpable joy she discovered in the album’s creation—and ultimately illuminates certain truths about the indelible connection between risk-taking and reward. “One of the things I most enjoyed about making this record was getting to show the wide variety of music I love,” says Hull. “I don’t really know what category the album falls in, but I also think that matters less and less. What really matters to me is trusting myself to be who I am, and just putting my voice and my heart out there in the most sincere way that I possibly can.”

Guitarist Julian Lage expands his horizons on View With A Room, a collection of 10 compelling original compositions that marks his second release for Blue Note Records. Having established a home base with his brilliant and deeply attuned trio of bassist Jorge Roeder and drummer Dave King—most recently heard on the guitarist’s acclaimed 2021 Blue Note debut Squint—Lage casts his gaze outward to discover new orchestrational possibilities with the addition of six-string icon Bill Frisell, who adds his inimitable voice to this absolutely stunning album.

Hailed as one of the most prodigious guitarists of his generation and “highest category of improvising musicians” (New Yorker), Julian Lage has spent more than a decade searching through the myriad strains of American musical history via impeccable technique, free association and a spirit of infinite possibility. The California-born New York-based musician boasts a prolific resume on his own accord in addition to collaborating with Gary Burton and John Zorn, as well as duo projects with Nels Cline, Chris Eldridge and Fred Hersch, among others.

Southern California based composer-instrumentalist Ashley Hoyer keeps a varied schedule of musical adventures. Described as a “mandolin phenomenon” by the San Diego Tribune, she performs in various venues ranging from great dance halls with The Syncopaths; to castles of Ireland with Sam ‘n Ash (featured in the Oscar-nominated movie The Sea Beast and the podcast Welcome to Night Vale); to classical concert halls with Fire, Grace, & Ash; as well as small listening rooms with her all-original-music folk trio Long Story Short. A frequent collaborator, Ashley’s playing can be heard on albums such as Karan Casey’s Nine Apples of Gold as well as Brian Finnegan’s Hunger of the Skin. Ashley is an avid composer premiering and recording her folk and new music works with various bands, chamber ensembles, and orchestras. With her unquenchable curiosity for composition, she’s perpetually chipping away at writing projects and commissions. In her time at home, Ashley teaches violin, mandolin, and cello to her studio of students.

Heralded as “a leading light of the New York bluegrass scene” by the New York Times, Georgia-born guitarist/singer Michael Daves has garnered attention for his work with Tony Trischka, Steve Martin, and Chris Thile, with whom he shares a Grammy nomination for their 2011 album Sleep With One Eye Open. Daves’ unruly interpretations of American roots music standards have won him a place of almost fanatical admiration as a “renegade traditionalist.” His most recent project is the double album Orchids and Violence, (Nonesuch Records) which renders identical track lists in contrasting bluegrass and experimental electric styles. Daves is also a devoted teacher of over 25 years focusing on American Roots styles. In 2016 he launched an online school of bluegrass vocals on ArtistWorks.com.

Sample Schedule

Acousticamp 2024 will start August 22 at 3pm and conclude August 26 at 11AM. An official schedule will be announced later this year. Schedule subject to change

Typical Day

Sierra Hull Masterclass + Q&A w/ Chris Thile

Breakout sessions led by Chris Thile (mandolin), Paul Kowert (bass), Brittany Haas (fiddle), Noam Pikelny (banjo), Louis Cato (songwriting), Julian Lage (guitar), Chris Eldridge (guitar), Ashley Hoyer (mandolin), Michael Daves (guitar) & more

Julian Lage Masterclass

Punch Brothers Evening Concert

Camper jam sessions / nightly listening party

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 Setting & Accommodations

Asilomar offers charming, rustic accommodations perfect for anyone dedicated to rest and reflection. In keeping with this tradition, guest rooms are free of modern-day distractions such as telephones and televisions. You can thank us later for the extra focus!  All lodging rooms have been newly renovated, have private baths, and many buildings feature common living rooms appointed with fireplaces and inviting overstuffed chairs. We look forward to watching you inspire each other in your downtime.

Area Attractions

Kayaking, sky diving, deep sea fishing and whale watching are just a hint of wonderful experiences available on the Monterey Peninsula. This spot is the epitome of relaxation brought on by inspiring nature. Feel free to book your own accommodations before or after the event to experience all that the Monterey Peninsula has to offer.

Area Activities

• Asilomar Walking Tours
• Beach Volleyball
• Bird Watching
• Hiking & Walking Trails
• Shooting Pool

*Visit www.visitasilomar.com  for more information!

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Directions By Car

From San Francisco / San Jose Asilomar is approximately 120 miles south of downtown San Francisco (about 105 miles from San Francisco International Airport) and about 75 miles south of San Jose.

• Take 101 south to 156 West.
• Take 156 West to Highway 1 South, through Monterey to the Pebble Beach / Pacific Grove exit, turn right on Holman Highway / 68 West.
• Stay on Highway 68 West/Holman Highway for 3.5 miles until it becomes a city street called Forest Avenue.
• Continue on Forest Avenue for about 1 mile and make a left turn onto Sinex Avenue.
• In just under 1 mile, Sinex Avenue ends right at the front gates to Asilomar.

From Los Angeles Asilomar is approximately 325 miles from downtown Los Angeles (about 310 miles from LAX).

• Take 101 North though Salinas to 156 West.
• Take 156 West to Highway 1 South.
• Travel through Monterey to Pebble Beach / Pacific Grove exit and Highway 68 West. For about 3-1/2 miles you will be on a portion of Highway 68 West that is also called the Holman Highway.
• Stay on Highway 68 West/Holman Highway until it becomes a city street called Forest Avenue.
• Continue on Forest Avenue for about 1 mile and make a left turn onto Sinex Avenue. In just under 1 mile, Sinex Avenue ends right at the front gates to Asilomar.

From Salinas

• Take Highway 68 West to Highway 1 South to Highway 68 West to Pacific Grove.
• Just past the Monterey Peninsula Airport, Highway 68 West overlaps Highway 1 for about 5 or 6 miles.
• Stay on Highway 68 West/Highway 1 and take the Pacific Grove exit.
• For about 3-1/2 miles you will then be on a portion of Highway 68 West that is also called the Holman Highway. Stay on Highway 68 West/Holman Highway until it becomes a city street called Forest Avenue.

Directions By Air

The Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) is just 8 miles from Asilomar, while Mineta San Jose International (SJC) is 80 miles to the North and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 110 miles to the North. The Monterey Airbus, an airport shuttle service that can bring travelers right to our door, serves the Monterey, San Jose, and San Francisco airports.

Local taxi companies service the Monterey Regional Airport, as does the Monterey-Salinas Transit bus system. Airport shuttle service to and from San Jose and San Francisco airports can be arranged in advance through Monterey Salinas Airbus by calling 831.373.7777 or visiting the Monterey Airbus website.

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Room types and pricing.

Stay wherever you like but be at Acousticamp for all daytime activities, workshops, concerts, signings, etc. Does not include accommodations , but does include everything else! Pricing is per person.

Share a room with another camper each with your own bed. You may either name your own roommate or one will be assigned by Dreamcatcher Events. Roommate matches are based on age and gender. If signing up with a roommate in mind, please enter their name in the “Roommate” field as you continue registration. Price is for one person.

Standard room with one king bed for one participant. Price is for one person.

This registration is for 2 people sharing one bed: one person will be fully participating in all daytime and night time activities and one person will be accompanying them but only attending meals and evening concerts.

This registration is for 2 people in 2 beds in one room: one person will be fully participating in all daytime and night time activities and one person will be accompanying them but only attending meals and evening concerts.

If you would like to have your loved one join you at Acousticamp and attend all activities and workshops, we recommend this price point. It will get both of you a room with one bed as well as access to all activities, workshops, concerts, and meals. Price is for one couple.

What's Included

• Accommodations
• Daily coffee with Madcap
• Evening cash bar
• All workshops, activities and entertainment for 4 days and nights

What's Not Included

• Transportation
• Alcohol and snacks
• Sightseeing excursions in the area
• Personal musical gear

Pricing and Registration Policy

• All rates are per-person, unless stated otherwise.
• All prices subject to change. Prior sales excluded. Dreamcatcher Events reserves the right to change any package or offering at any time.
• All rates are subject to 11.9% surcharge, which includes state and local taxes plus service fees.
• Upon registration, a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total purchase amount is charged to your credit card.
• The remaining balance will be automatically charged to the credit card on file on July 1, 2024.
• All payments and deposits are final and non-refundable  unless you enroll in the Active Cancellation Insurance program. The Active Cancellation Insurance program is a program that will enable you to receive a full refund should you cancel your registration for any reason as long as you file your claim no less than 48 hours before the event.
• To enroll in this program, you can purchase the Insurance at check out. The cost to consumers is 20% of the cart total after any discounts have been applied. It will clearly spell out the amount in dollars it will cost at the time of checkout.

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As of March 6, 2015, it’s official and no longer at the discretion of the various airlines. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, musicians who board planes must be allowed to carry on their instruments provided they fit in the overhead bin. If this space isn’t large enough, the musician is also permitted to purchase a second seat in which to stow their musical companion. One caveat: the airlines don’t have to prioritize musical instruments ahead of any other carry-on luggage, so if the bins are full, you’ll still have to check your instrument at the gate. To remedy this, the DoT suggests that musicians may want to pay the airline’s fee for priority boarding to ensure that there will be room for their gear.

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Summer Music Camp? 8 Reasons Why Your Child Should Attend

Posted by Greg Scapillato | Mar 31, 2016 | Middle School Concert Band |

The Middle School Concert Band Camp at the Music for All Summer Symposium has been designed from the ground up with the middle school student in mind. The camp combines superior teaching, outstanding experiences, and a safe, welcoming environment for young people. But, why is a summer music camp the right thing for your child this summer? There are many excellent reasons to encourage your child to attend a summer music camp; here are some of the benefits to consider:

(1) Continue Development of Performance Skills Students spend the school year learning new skills and refining them for performance. A summer music camp will help stave off the backward slide performance skills can take during the summer. They are a great way to bridge the gap in learning (and retaining) skills and concepts over the long summer months.

(2) Expand View of Participation in Music As their daily lives become routine, it is easy for kids to remain unaware of the scope of participation in music performance at their age level. Sure, they may attend a festival or competition, but those experiences will likely have limited interaction with peers from other schools. A summer music camp truly allows the students to get to know their music peers – often from distant schools – to help broaden their view of participation in music.

(3) Foster Independence and Self-Reliance Especially for students traveling away from home to stay at the summer music camp, this will be a chance for them to build their self-confidence as individuals and as performers. The camp can provide a safe environment for a student to tackle new personal and musical challenges.

(4) Inspire New Learning through Novel Experiences New or novel experiences can be powerful influences on imprinting memories in our brains. The best summer music camps are places to meet new friends, perform new music, and provide new inspiration to encourage continued study. The wonderful memories and friendships forged at a summer music camp can last a lifetime, and provide a springboard for further development as individuals and musicians.

(5) Build Confidence through Successful, Meaningful Music Creation Often, summer music camps ask students to perform a placement audition to form groups based on ability. Placing kids in like-ability ensembles creates a safe environment for taking risks and tackling new challenges.

(6) Deepen Knowledge Related to Chosen Instrument Many performance-based summer camps will include masterclasses presented by experts for a given instrument. Summer music camps present a wonderful venue for in-depth focus on an instrument and the skill development necessary to advance as a performer.

(7) Explore New Avenues for Performance/Participation Getting ready to start marching band in high school? Want to dive into jazz improvisation? Intrigued by small chamber ensemble experiences? Summer music camps offer a diversity of opportunities to explore new avenues of performance.

(8) Develop and Strengthen Friendships Rooted in Music-Making Many students (and adults) are drawn to music-making, in part, for the socialization aspect. The summer music camp can strengthen existing friendships, and open the doors for new ones.

The summer break is a great time for fun-filled adventures. The Middle School Concert Band Camp at the Music for All Summer Symposium offers an exciting, inspiring week within a safe, welcoming environment. Young band kids will grow as musicians and as individuals through this positively life-changing experience!

Learn more about the Middle School Concert Band Camp here.

About The Author

Greg Scapillato

A native Chicagoan, Greg Scapillato joined the music faculty for Northbrook School District 28 (IL) in the fall of 2001. He conducts the NBJH Wind Ensemble, directs one of District 28’s two jazz ensembles, and teaches band lessons, grades 4-8. Mr. Scapillato holds degrees from St. Norbert College, Western Illinois University, and University of Illinois, with additional graduate coursework through VanderCook College of Music. Mr. Scapillato is a Middle School Coordinator for Music for All, Inc., and is eagerly preparing for the inaugural Middle School Concert Band Camp at the 2016 Summer Symposium, held on the campus of Ball State University. He calls Arlington Heights, Illinois home with his wife, son, and an incorrigible Golden Retriever. Greg Scapillato can be reached at [email protected] .

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Summer Camps 2024

We offer two camps this year in the portland area:, • band camp ( grades 5-8 as of fall 2024 ), • middle school jazz camp ( grades 6-9 as of fall 2024 ) , summer band camp 2024.

Portland, Oregon

@St. John Fisher School SW Portland

• Offered to grades 4-8
• One school year experience required (class or private)
• Concert Performance on Friday of camp

Description

Students will have the opportunity to work in both large and small group settings playing different styles of music including an introduction to Jazz and popular movie themes.  Student projects include how to write music and create songs, and exploring how to play an easy jazz solo if they like!

Space is limited so please sign up as soon as possible to ensure your child a spot. 

“It’s amazing how much the students learn in one week. Our daughter LOVED the camp and is looking forward to Jazz Camp next year. Your staff is awesome”  Patricia Felix-Parent

“Our son couldn’t put his instrument down all summer long after taking this camp. He also enjoyed meeting new friends and making music together. Thank you and your staff for being wonderful motivators” Josh Clyde-Parent

Summer Jazz Camp 2024

Sponsored in part by the JSO (Jazz Society of Oregon)

Date: July 8-12

@Central Catholic High SE Portland

• Small Combo Classes and Jazz Big Band
• Learn and develop Jazz Improvisation skills
• Offered to grades 6-9 (fall of 2024)
• 10:00-2:00 Daily (concert performance on the Friday of camp)
• Full and Partial Scholarships Available sponsored by the Jazz Society of Oregon 
• Jazz Camp Scholarships Info download

Students will have the opportunity to work in both a large ensemble(Jazz Big Band) and small combos playing jazz, latin jazz, and rock jazz styles. Student are actively involved in organizing their own arrangements of songs in their small combo groups assisted by instructors (who are professional jazz players). Jazz Improvisation is taught using “Jazz Vocabulary” that can be easily read and then implemented into the students own solos. Students will have the opportunity to work with instructors who play Jazz Professionally around the Portland area.  On our final day of camp, students will perform a concert for family and friends. There are no auditions. Students will be placed in classes according to their age and experience. If you have any questions contact the director, Bryant Allard, at [email protected] or phone 503-296-7713. 

To Register Online (2 Steps):

Step One: Fill out info online (choose Camp)

Band Camp June 24-28

Jazz Camp July 8-12

Step Two: make payment

If you prefer paying by check  fill out form and mail to address below:

Band Camp 2024

Jazz Camp 2024

M.U.S.E. PO Box 230281  Tigard, OR 97281

Phone: 503-296-7713.  Email: [email protected]

We hope you will consider this opportunity.

Our Summer Jazz Camp Staff:

Camp Coordinator Bryant Allard is a local Portland Jazz and Salsa trumpeter/educator and the Director of M.U.S.E. Instrumental Programs Bryant moved to Portland in 1994 where he currently resides and continues to play with some of the best world class, local musicians. His Jazz and Latin compositions are recorded on several CD’s which have received great reviews. You can catch Bryant around town performing with his own groups and with Nick Gefroh’s Salsa Band Pa’Lante in many of the local clubs, restaurants, and summer festivals. His most recent CD project, recorded August 2023 with his group The Powerhouse Jazz Quintet, is now steaming online and on his   YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@PowerhouseJazzQuintet-xb6wt . 

Allan Mair has been in music education for over 30 years. He was a teacher and administrator in the Reynolds school district and is now retired but continues to work as an instructor and adjudicator. He is also a professional woodwind player in Portland playing many styles of music including Jazz and Salsa. He performs regularly with the Art Abrams  Jazz “Swing Machine” Big Band as well as the latin Band, Conjunto Alegre. He has been a great addition to our staff and we are so glad to have him working with our students.

Catarina New Martin

With a Master’s degree in Music education and further education at New School of Jazz, N.Y. and University of Southern California, Catarina has worked as a Music teacher in both Sweden & USA from Kindergarten up to college students. Catarina has been teaching for over 25 years and has been on the M.U.S.E. staff for 11 years teaching band as well as piano classes. She also is a free lance jazz saxophonist and a leader of her own Brazilian Band. She also co-leads the latin jazz group “Picante” with Director Bryant Allard. She’s with young students and is very encouraging. “To see a child’s excitement for playing and learning music is the best reward a teacher can get”  says Catarina.

“My daughter always wanted to learn how to improvise and take solos but never had the opportunity before now. She didn’t feel forced into having to take solos but wanted to because of the unique way you taught them using Mr. Allards Jazz Vocabulary Method. The small combos were a great opportunity that they don’t usually get at school. Thank you for inspiring her.”    Jim Salsman

Now Open for Fall 2023 Registration

The M.U.S.E. instrumental program provides students of elementary and middle school ages the opportunity to learn an instrument in a group setting. We offer classes in Band, and in some schools Piano, and Guitar/Ukulele. You’ll find us in Portland, the Bay Area, and Los Angeles. We feel learning an instrument is complimentary to a child’s academic studies including discipline, time management, teamwork, organizational skills, and perseverance and commitment. Our teachers are committed to making music lessons fun in a supportive and nurturing environment.

[email protected] Office Phone: 503-296-7713 Toll free: 800-233-6873

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PROGRAM SCHEDULE

For a representative look at program content, check out the camp program schedule from 2023. The 2024 program schedule will be finalized and announced in June and promises to be even better!

INSTRUMENTATION

The performance ensembles (both small and large) will accommodate the following instruments: Piccolo Flute Oboes Bassoon Clarinet (Eb or Bb,soprano, alto, bass) Saxophone (alto, tenor, baritone, bass) Bb Trumpets/Coronets French Horns/Mellophones Trombone/Baritone/Euphonium/Bass Trombone Tuba Percussion (including pitched and miscellaneous percussion) Electric/String Bass

A limited number of instruments are available on loan for the camp week; inquire with Dr. Gupta upon registration.

THE PLATT STUDENT PERFORMING ARTS HOUSE

The Platt Student Performing Arts House is a modern 13,000 square foot performing arts space which serves over 60 student performing arts on the Penn campus:

The Penn Band rehearsal room, including its office and storage space A dance rehearsal room with sprung floor, mirrors, and sound system A theatre rehearsal room Two music rehearsal rooms with pianos Six administrative and student offices A bank of computers with set, lighting, sound, poster design and music composition software A cabaret stage with lights and sound A comfortable lounge and resource area The Penn Band is well-equipped and staffed for offerings of the highest quality on the collegiate level. The Penn Band maintains a large and varied repertoire of musical instruments, flexible enough to serve any performance situation and equip any visiting student.

The Penn Band music library contains over 1600 pieces of music in its library of music, including over 300 customized arrangements of contemporary pieces. The band’s rehearsal room is equipped with a 7.1 surround sound system, DLP projector, 8-ft. projector screen, and audio recording capabilities.

The Campus of the Historic University of Pennsylvania

Via its partnerships with the Office of Student Life, the Department of Athletics, and other campus partners, the program has access to world-renowed facilities, resources, and expertise, including athletic facilities at historic Franklin Field and the Palestra, the Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology at Penn, and the collections at Van Pelt library, including rare collections and the Ormandy Listening Center.

Participants will be residing in the high-rise dormitories located at 39th and Locust Walk (the high rises at the corner of 40th and Walnut Streets). These recently renovated dormitories features air conditioning, 3-bedroom quad accommodations with bathroom, kitchenette with refrigerator, 24-hour security and maintenance, study/TV lounges on various floors and the Underground Lounge, which features music practice rooms, and large-screen TVs. Camp Counselors will reside on each floor occupied by program participants and will be on-call. In the lobby of the dormitory an ATM machine is also available, if needed.

All camp meals (except for special meals (ie: Pizza, Hoagies) that will be provided by the Camp during the course of the week) will be served at either the Class of 1920 Commons, which is located on campus at 38th Street and Locust Walk, or Houston Hall, located at 36th and Spruce Streets. In order to receive meals, a dining/identification card will be issued to each camper at registration—this card is necessary to gain access to the cafeteria. The cafeteria offers a wide-variety of menu items designed to accommodate any dietary needs. In addition, there are several restaurants and grocery stores conveniently located within a few blocks of the dormitory, in case other provisions are needed.

Testimonials

"The University of Penn Band Camp. What can I say about it? This camp was fun, something new, and a great tour of one of the best colleges in Pennsylvania and an Ivy league school, this camp also showed me two important aspects of being a great musician: musicianship and inspiration for my instrument(s)." -- Markees M.,Camper

"When I first started coming to the camp during my freshman year of high school, I was pretty nervous about everything camp had in store for me. What I didn't realize at the time was I have made so many friends from this camp. To go to camp was the best decision I ever made. I have amazing memories that I will remember forever." -- Samantha R., past camper and counselor

"Hi I'm my name is Ilian, and I wanted to say how awesome the Penn Band Camp was for me. The experience I had for that week was really great. I got to experience meeting new people, socializing, and learning how to become more responsible. I can't express how much more responsible this Camp made me, and taught me how to become more independent. I became friends with people that I didn't even know! However, the Penn Band Camp didn't just teach me how to become a better person, but it also made me become better at reading music without needing to write the letter of each note on top of it. I became better with my tempo on how to come on time. Furthermore, my favorite thing that I became better as was playing higher notes than I originally could! To conclude, I enjoyed the experience the Penn Band Camp had, and I hope I can do it again." -- Ilian J., Camper

"My daughter has done two years of band camp and honor band and I am so happy that Penn Band has welcomed her into the fold. Both my husband and I are proud Penn Band alums, and love that she has had such a positive experience. They provide a week of music instruction that is both challenging and fun. The band campers have opportunities to play in a variety of settings, from a museum concert to a minor league baseball game. The end of session concert always sounds great! We are looking forward to sending both her and her younger sister to band camp this summer." -- Barbara M., Parent

"This camp is awesome. You play a lot--improving your endurance quite a bit over the week. You also get a ton of practice sight-reading, a very important skill. The dorms are fantastic, the program--especially the outstanding campus and city tours--and the entire leadership, especially Kush, but all of the counselors and everyone, is extremely intelligent, fun, and real. They take music seriously, but also know how to have a good time. Also, our final concert incorporated a theatrical side which you don't get in most band concerts. Of course, the Phillie's game was unbeatable!" -- Luke R., Camper

"I am a high school sophomore and hope to return for the third time to Penn band camp this summer. I commuted the first year, because I didn't know anybody and was apprehensive about the experience. However, I felt at ease the very first day. The students were from all walks of life, but had a common love of music. I keep in touch with my band friends throughout the year, and the week that I spend with them is the highlight of my summer. Camp has improved my musicianship, and deepened my love for Philadelphia and the Penn campus." -- Hailey K., Camper

2024 Tuition Rates:

*children of Faculty/Staff of University of Pennsylvania are eligible for 10% discount! Cannont be combined with other offers and discounts

*Early Bird discount of 10% applied for registrations by March 15th. Cannot be combined with other offers and discounts.

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The Summer Music Camp Program at the University of Pennsylvania does not require an audition for admission . Students must complete the online registration by July 3rd, 2024 . The deposit is non-refundable and does apply to your tuition. You may submit the full payment for tuition. Full payment (less the initial deposit) is due by July 3rd, 2024. In addition to the registration form, a recommendation form must be completed by the student’s school music director or private instructor and mailed to the address below by July 3rd, 2024. This information will be kept confidential and used to guide part assignment in the band and the program curriculum for the week. Checks must be made payable to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania . Written correspondence can be sent to the following address: Kushol Gupta, Ph.D.- Summer Music Camp The University of Pennsylvania Band Platt Student Performing Arts House Room 182 Stouffer Commons 3702 Spruce Street Philadelphia PA 19104 [email protected] T: 215-898-8719 An email confirmation will be sent to you after your registration has been received. Please be certain to supply the correct e-mail address . If you do not provide an e-mail address, this confirmation will not be received. If you do not receive any notification within two weeks of mailing your payment, please call 215-898-8719 to confirm payment, or email [email protected] .

DEPOSIT AND REFUND POLICY

Deposit: The required $100 deposit is non-refundable except for students awarded full tuition scholarships; the deposit directly applies towards your tuition payment. Tuition Refund: If a student is unable to attend a camp session, a written request for any tuition paid (less the deposit) must be received at the address above before the session begins, otherwise, no refund will be granted.

PROGRAM HANDBOOK

A Program Handbook providing details on schedules, payment, housing needs, clothing, what to bring, medical forms, and other pertinent information will be sent to each participant beginning in June (as well as made available here ).

HOUSING AND FOOD

All boarding students are housed in the University High Rises, air-conditioned residence halls which offer many amenities. Additionally, a resident staff of musician counselors supervises the students. Rooms house three or four campers, and each room has its own bath and kitchen. All meals will be provided for from the University Dining Services and other special arrangements.

This program will feature public performances by all students in a large and small ensemble. During the session, the Summer Music Camp will take advantage of the array of cultural and recreational opportunities that the University of Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia has to offer, including Historic Philadelphia and the beautiful campus of the University of Pennsylvania.

INSTRUMENT SIGN-OUT

A limited number of instruments are available to loan to participants during the week of the camp. If you need to borrow an instrument for the program, contact the Camp Director at [email protected] at least two weeks before the start of the program. All percussion instruments (including pitched percussion) will be provided for by the camp.

INFORMATION HANDLING POLICY

All personal information supplied by music students and parents will be used only by the University of Pennsylvania for the purposes of mailing Summer Music Camp literature and application forms to those interested in our summer music programs and will not be sold, given, or lent to any other parties outside of the Penn Band or Conference Services Offices.

INSURANCE AND HEALTH CARE

The Student Health Services and numerous other local hospitals are available for any camper who may experience health problems. Health forms will be sent to you along with your handbook. These forms must be completed and returned on or before the first day of camp. Parents should provide health insurance for campers. For more questions on insurance coverage, please contact us at 215-898-8719.

ACCOMODATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

If you have a disability requiring accommodations, please call (215) 898-8719 at least ten days prior to the start of the program. The University of Pennsylvania is accessible to persons with disabilities, and accessible parking is available at all sites.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Contact Authority for the Program | The contact authority for all issues regarding the Penn Band programs is Dr. Kushol Gupta. His email is [email protected], and his contact phone number is 267-259-0082.

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CAMP COUNSELORS WANTED

Counselors Wanted | The Penn Band Summer Music Camp (July 14th-July 20th, 2024) seeks deeply motivated and talented college students to serve as camp counselors for the Summer Music Camp in 2023, delivering a memorable musical experience unlike no other to high school youth from across the Greater Philadelphia Region and across the country. Eligibility, Benefits, and Requirements | Rising college second years to rising fourth years are eligible to apply. Starting with new applicants in 2024, the counselor experience will be limited to a maximum of two years. Benefits include a $500 stipend for the week, room and board, and all the program amenities. The counselors chosen are expected to lead a student-centered and student-driven camp experience like that found nowhere else. They are required to reside on-campus during the week of the camp and will help oversee over >50 high school participants in residence and performance. Our mission is centered on the student experience and its impact. If “not my job” is in your vocabulary and mindset, you need not apply. Requirements for a counselor position include a good and fun-loving attitude, a college-level proficiency in a musical instrument and considerable experience in ensemble performance. Preference will be given to students with evidence of a passion for music, initiative and drive, and the compassion and empathy needed to deliver on a mission of “Band for All.” All team members will be required to undergo criminal background checks, unconscious bias training, and to abide by the program’s policies on conflict of interest (COI), approach to diversity, inclusion, and equality (DEI), and associated community standards. Deadlines | Applications and related references for positions are due back on May 15th, 2024. Successful applicants will be notified on a rolling basis, no later than by June 15th, 2024. COVID-19 | Vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn’s vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion | The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the diversity of the Penn community. We seek talented staff who will constitute a vibrant community that draws on the strength that comes with a substantive institutional commitment to diversity along dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, interests, perspectives, and socioeconomic status. See the application for more details:

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2023 COUNSELORS

2022 counselors, 2021 counselors, 2020 counselors, 2019 counselors, 2018 counselors, 2017 counselors.

Wavy Chen (Percussion) - Has just graduated from Bishop McDevitt High School a little over a month ago. In the fall she is attending the University of Pittsburgh where she plans to study chemical engineering.She has been playing the piano for 8 years and the drums for 6 years. This year will be her 5th summer attending the University of Pennsylvania band camp. She is super excited to to be able to spend another summer at band camp, but is also excited to experience the camp as a CIT as opposed to a camper. Joshua Formola (Alto Sax) is a recent high school graduate from North Brunswick, NJ. Joshua has attended the last two UPenn Summer Band Camps as a camper and is very excited to join the counseling staff this year! He enjoys playing guitar, singing, and going to concerts. Joshua will be attending the University of Hartford in Connecticut this fall, majoring in History/Pre-Law. Joshua has participated in every Penn Band program for the past three years, including the Palestra Band and Honor Band. He loves listening to punk, classic rock, and metal, and always carries some sort of instrument with him. Joshua also loves mandatory fun, because it's mandatory. Natalia Grosso (Trumpet) is a rising sophomore at Philadelphia University with continuing study at Thomas Jefferson University to secure a BSN in nursing. She has been playing trumpet for a solid 10 years, and going strong! Natalia also enjoys running with her local ambulance, and practicing tennis and swimming for amusement- because music is her main hobby! She started out participating in numerous Penn Honor Events in high school, and eventually landed a spot as a trumpet player for the University band during college! Last year she served as a counselor in training, but this year she has committed to being a full-time counselor at the camp! She is looking forward to meeting all the students and seeing what musical diversity they have to offer this year to the group! John Wisniewski (Trumpet and Baritone Horn) is a counselor-in-training. He was been with the Penn Band Camp for over 5 years. He just graduated Holy Ghost Preparatory High School and will attend Duquesne University in the Fall. John has played the trumpet for 8 years and the baritone horn for 4. John loves to bowl, play frisbee, basketball, and mostly and sport activity. John’s goal is to make it to the Olympics when bowling or ultimate frisbee are an Olympic sport. But most of all, John cannot wait for another year of band camp. Erica Winston (Flute/Piccolo) is a graduate of Pascack Hills High School in Montvale, New Jersey. She is an incoming freshman at the University of Pennsylvania, where she will be a member of the Penn Band. She has played the flute for eight years and has played the piccolo for 5 years. She was only a Penn Band camper for one summer but she had a lot of fun and hopes that her campers will have a similar experience.

2016 COUNSELORS

Nora Lueth (Alto Sax) is 2016 graduate from Penn's nursing program, originally hailing from Sioux Falls, SD— yes people live in South Dakota! In her free time, she enjoys singing, musical theatre, reading good books, drinking iced coffee, watching copious amounts of television, and of course, playing the saxophone in the Penn Band. During her time at Penn, she served as president of the Penn Sirens (an all-female singing group), was the coordinator of the PennArts pre-orientation program, and was involved in multiple Stimulus Children's Theatre Productions. Nora starts her job as "a real nurse" at the Hospital of University of Pennsylvania this summer, just days after band camp is over, and her hope is to one day become a Family Nurse Practitioner. Last but not least, she is SUPER jazzed to be a part of camp again this year and can’t wait to welcome you to the Penn Band family! Linnea Phillips (Percussion) is also a 2016 graduate from Penn's nursing program. She will be working as nurse this year, and then returning to Penn to pursue a masters degree to become a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Midwife. Linnea joined the Penn Band as a sophomore, and abandoned her upper-woodwind ways in favor of the Drumline, where she was primarily a cymbal player. Linnea was co-section leader of the drumline, and the Secretary of the Penn Band Honor Society, Fanfare. Linnea hails from Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, and is in Philly for the summer working for Residential Services. This is her second year being involved in Band Camp, and she is excited to be back! Brooke Yanovich (Trombone and Flute) is a rising senior in the College of Arts and Sciences from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. As a Music major, she has set out to learn all of the instruments; so far, she knows flute, trombone, trumpet and clarinet. At Penn she is involved with PennFlutes, Penn Baroque Ensemble, the Christian Association and the Harrison Anime Club, the latter of which she leads as president. When she graduates, she plans to perform and compose. She can't wait to meet this year's talented students! Emily Smith (Alto Sax) - 'counselor-in-training,'just graduated from Friends Select School and she will be attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in the fall. She has been playing the alto saxophone for 8 years and the tenor saxophone for 2 years. She has been to Penn Band Camp for the last 5 summers. She cannot wait to be a CIT this summer and is looking forward to having another great week at band camp! Natalia Grosso (Trumpet) - 'counselor-in-training,' is a rising freshman at Philadelphia University with continuing study at Thomas Jefferson University to secure a BSN in nursing. She has been playing trumpet for eight years in various school bands under the direction of Joe Gehring who also conducts the West Chester Band, the Chesco Pops Orchestre and the Immaculata Symphony. Natalia participated in the Penn Honors Band for three years at the suggestion of her private trumpet instructor, Ron Durbin. She attended Penn Band Camp last year. Loved it! Wants to feel the spirit again! Great music! Great people! Great fun! Natalia is a certified First Responder, Lifeguard and volunteers with her local ambulance corps and cat shelter. She enjoys going to concerts (especially alternative rock) and making any kind of music. Loves her cat (Milo), the beach and playing rugby. Meow!!!.

2015 COUNSELORS

Nora Lueth (Alto Sax) is a incoming senior in the Penn Nursing, originally hailing from Sioux Falls, SD— yes people live in South Dakota! In her free time, she enjoys singing, musical theatre, reading good books, drinking iced coffee, watching copious amounts of television and movies, and of course, playing the saxophone in the Penn Band. At Penn, she serves as president of the Penn Sirens (an all-female singing group), is the coordinator of the PennArts pre-orientation program, and is a general member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. Nora hopes to one day become a Family Nurse Practitioner and plans to work in the emergency department of any major city when she graduates (ah!) next year. And last but not least, she is SUPER jazzed to be a part of the Penn Band Summer Camp this year and can’t wait to give back to a group who has given so much to her. Welcome to the Penn Band family! Linnea Phillips (Percussion) is a rising senior at Penn, pursuing a bachelor of science in nursing. After graduation she hopes to further her education to specialize in maternal/newborn health and midwifery. Linnea joined the Penn Band as a sophomore, and abandoned her upper-woodwind ways in favor of the Drumline, where she is primarily a cymbal player. Linnea is a co-section leader of the drumline, and a member of the Penn Band Council. Though she has lived in several states, Linnea currently resides in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, and is in Philly for the summer doing research on a Lung Resuce ECMO program and working in the School of Nursing. This is her first year being involved in Band Camp, and she is excited to be involved! Brooke Yanovich (Flute and Trombone) is a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania planning to major in Architecture and minor in Jazz. She has played flute for 9 years, trombone for 5 years, the ocarina for 3 months and the sitar for one weekend. She has been able to take part in the Pennsylvania All-State Wind Ensemble and other ensembles. She looks forward to being a counselor at the camp! Matthew Buchberg (Trombone) - 'counselor-in-training,' is starting a Nuclear Energy Technology program at Salem Community College after transferring from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He has played trombone for 9 years in various groups including ensembles, bands, and marching bands. He has been attending Penn Band Camp for 5 years. Some of his favorite activities at Band Camp are playing games, cooking, reading, and of course playing music. He wants to wish everyone a happy band camp.

2014 COUNSELORS

Amy Kaiser-Jones (Trombone) is a rising sophomore at Gettysburg College. She has played trombone for 9 years, participating in marching band and wind ensemble in high school and in college. Amy is majoring in Computer Science with a minor in piano performance. Originally from Columbia, Maryland, Amy was introduced to the Penn Band (and Penn Band Camp) by her brother and band member David, and quickly grew to love the Penn Band Camp. In order to make sure that she never had to leave her week of summer fun, Amy decided to be a counselor and hopes to be one for as long as she can Brooke Yanovich (Flute and Trombone) is a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania planning to major in Architecture and minor in Jazz. She has played flute for 9 years, trombone for 5 years, the ocarina for 3 months and the sitar for one weekend. She has been able to take part in the Pennsylvania All-State Wind Ensemble and other ensembles. She looks forward to being a counselor at the camp!

2013 COUNSELORS

Joe Becker (Tuba) is a rising senior at the University of Pennsylvania. He has been playing the tuba for 8 years and has been part of prestigious groups such as the All-South Jersey Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. Joe is from Voorhees, New Jersey which is a half hour away from Penn. He was part of marching band and wind ensemble at his high school. As a student, Joe majors in Biology and minors in Music with the hopes of eventually finding something to do with these degrees. He is a dedicated member of the Penn Band and its tuba section acting (pretending?) as the Low Brass Section Leader! Danielle Greenwald (Percussion) is a rising senior at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in bioengineering. With that degree, she hopes to make something that changes the world…or something. She played violin for nine years before starting college, and in high school she decided to join marching band where she drum majored and hit stuff in the pit. At Penn, Danielle ditched the violin and focused on hitting stuff in the Penn Band drumline. She’s extremely excited to be a counselor at PBHSSMS and teach Penn’s love of acronyms (among other things). Samantha Rehrig (Flute) is a rising junior at Misericordia University. She studies occupational therapy with a minor in psychology. When not at school, Sam loves to watch movies, listen to music, and randomly drop in to Philadelphia to spend time with her friends in the Penn Band. Starting out as a camper herself, Sam grew a love for the Penn Band Camp and over the years decided she would stay for as long as possible. Sam has been playing the flute for 10 years now in Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Pit Orchestra in high school and college. She hopes for yet another amazing week of Penn Band Camp and can't wait to meet everyone!

2012 COUNSELORS

Joe Becker (Tuba) is a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania. He has been playing the tuba for 6 years and has been part of prestigious groups such as the All-South Jersey Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. Joe is from Voorhees, New Jersey which is a half hour away from Penn. He was part of marching band and wind ensemble at his high school. As a student, Joe plans to major in Biology and possibly minor in Music with the hopes of eventually becoming a doctor. He is a dedicated member of the Penn Band and its tuba section! Ari Bray (Clarinet) is a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania. Samantha Rehrig (Flute) just graduated from Camden Catholic High School and will be attending Misericordia University in the fall. Misericordia has a great academic program, but it's Band Camp is sorely lacking, so Sam decided to return to Penn and harass the trumpet players for yet another summer. The fate of the newly instituted "junior counselor" concept at camp rests in her hands, and quite frankly, she is reveling in the power this fact grants to her. When she's not in camp, Sam can be found watching movies (mostly about vampires and wizards), learning an audible instrument (the alto saxophone), and reviewing the Benajmin Moore color wheel in search of shades she has not yet colored her hair.

2011 COUNSELORS

Robin Acker (Flute) is a rising Senior at the University of Pennsylvania. She finds herself with a full schedule of classes and work between majoring in Nursing and minoring in Music, but she spends all of her free time with the Penn Band. She is one of the current Drum Majors of the Penn Band, and when not conducting she generally dances and sings until she either can't move anymore or doesn't have a voice. Robin is from Hamden, Connecticut, and is super excited to be a counselor for the first time, and can't wait to have an awesome time in Philly with everyone! Joe Becker (Tuba) is a rising Sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania. He has been playing the tuba for 6 years and has been part of prestigious groups such as the All-South Jersey Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. Joe is from Voorhees, New Jersey which is a half hour away from Penn. He was part of marching band and wind ensemble at his high school. As a student, Joe plans to major in Biology and possibly minor in Music with the hopes of eventually becoming a doctor. He is a dedicated member of the Penn Band and its tuba section! Jen Sackowski (Alto Sax) Jen Sackowski is a rising Junior at the University of Pennsylvania. After two years of being tormented by the School of Engineering and Applied Science, she has recently transferred to the School of Arts and Sciences and is a Biology major and a Math minor. Along with her whirlwind love affair with the Penn Band, Jen also enjoys being on the Synchronized Swimming team and running various Newman Catholic Center events. She plays the alto saxophone and is crazy super excited for this summer's Band Camp! Emily Dunay (Oboe) is a rising Freshman at the University of Pennsylvania. She has played the oboe for 7 years and also plays the piano. Emily is from Nashville, Tennessee, and plans to major in Biochemistry and minor in Music. In the future she hopes to become a wildlife veterinarian. She also plays tennis and plans to play on the campus tennis team at Penn. Samantha Rehrig (Flute) just graduated from Camden Catholic High School and will be attending Misericordia University in the fall. Misericordia has a great academic program, but it's Band Camp is sorely lacking, so Sam decided to return to Penn and harass the trumpet players for yet another summer. The fate of the newly instituted "junior counselor" concept at camp rests in her hands, and quite frankly, she is reveling in the power this fact grants to her. When she's not in camp, Sam can be found watching movies (mostly about vampires and wizards), learning an audible instrument (the alto saxophone), and reviewing the Benajmin Moore color wheel in search of shades she has not yet colored her hair.

2010 COUNSELORS

Joe Becker (Tuba) is a rising Freshman at the University of Pennsylvania. He has been playing the tuba for 5 years and has been part of prestigious groups such as the All-South Jersey Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. Joe is from Voorhees, New Jersey which is a half hour away from Penn. He was part of marching band and wind ensemble at his high school. As a student, Joe plans to major in Biology and possibly minor in Music with the hopes of eventually becoming a doctor. He is eager to join the Penn Band and become part of the Penn community and all it has to offer. Joe Coyne (Trumpet) is a Masters Student at the University of Pennsylvania, studying to become an Electrical Engineer. This Past President and Secretary of the Penn Band hails from the desolate streets of Audubon NJ (856- Represent). Entering his 14th year of Trumpeting, Joe has performed with musical acts such as The Hold Steady and Broken Social Scene at concert venues along the East Coast. Generally he and Dr. G will disagree about all topics of administration and rule following... so get excited. Jen Sackowski (Alto Sax) is a rising sophomore at Penn. Along with playing the best instrument in the world, her other hobbies include synchronized swimming, volunteering in New Orleans (saving the world, and playing with dogs). She majors in Bioengineering and plans to graduate fluent in sign language. From the city that never sleeps, Jen also never sleeps, and can be found late at night studying (but really playing Anagram Magic). She is very excited to be a counselor for the first time and hopes that everyone else is excited too!

2009 COUNSELORS

Jaci Rifkin (Percussion) is a rising junior at University of Pennsylvania. She majors in Psychology and plans to minor in French. In the Band, she is a member of the eternally-good-looking, ever-foxy Drumline. This year, she played a more nomadic role in the Band, dabbling not only in snare drum, but also in the bells, cowbell, tamborine, and even trying her hand[s] at conducting. Besides being in the Band, she is also a tour guide, where she claims her job is to encourage students to go to UPenn; in reality, however, it is an opportunity to gush about/recruit more kids to the Band. She is looking forward to (read: completely terrified about) this year's experience as the only female (read: only sane) counselor. Michael Wojcik (Trumpet) is a rising senior at Penn. He is majoring in Philosophy and minoring in German. Michael got bored with his Philosophy major (because Socrates kept asking too many annoying questions), so he decided to learn German (because Spanish had also gotten boring). Unfortunately, Michael started his minor a bit late (He’s already a senior now!). So, to help complete his German minor, he had to fly all the way to Germany this summer, to study for 6 weeks at the Freie Universität Berlin. When not studying in Berlin (i.e., partying in techno-clubs with crazy German people), he spends a lot of time playing music at Penn. He plays trumpet in both Penn Band and Penn Jazz (The former, for fun. The latter, for serious!) He’s been playing trumpet for almost 12 years now (at his peak, reaching #57 on the Mexican charts for his 2002 cover of Herb Alpert’s classic hit “Spanish Flea”). Gordon Watkins (Percussion) is a rising junior at Penn and, as a pre-med student, plans on majoring in Biology with minors in Chemistry and the Biological Basis of Behavior. Gordon hails from the City of Champions, Pittsburgh, PA, and insists that he is a champion of the bells, as well. In addition to playing percussion, he also has played the piano for 10 years and plays the organ every week for his church. Gordon is also treasurer of the Penn Band serves as the official Penn Band meteorologist. Outside band, Gordon is a member of the Alpha Phi Omega community service fraternity and a volunteer at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He will get his geekiness on while working in a CORE tissue lab at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in the fall.

2008 COUNSELORS

Rebecca Aaberg's (Clarinet) love affair with the clarinet began her senior year of high school when she put aside the oboe to try a crazy little thing called marching band. She and the single reed were quickly attached at the lips (one of "those" couples), and now she's rarely seen on the field without it. Rebecca has been in the Penn Band since Fall 2006 and section leader since Spring 2007. In the coming fall, she'll continue on as head clarinet and start as Assistant Drum Major. Aside from band (there's life outside of band?), Rebecca swing dances in the West Philly Swingers and works in Harnwell College House as the Office Manager. Oh, and in her spare time she's a rising junior studying International Relations and Hispanic Studies (though she's been too lazy to declare that second major so far). Tory Gobat (clarinet) cannot believe she will be a junior at Penn already. Majoring in Digital Media Design, she also hopes to complete minors in Music and Psychology (with the help of a few petitions). A member of the Penn Band and the Penn Wind Ensemble over the past two years, in her spare time she enjoys all-nighters of programming homework...wait, what? Tory has played the clarinet for 11 years (and dabbled with the alto saxophone in high school jazz band for a year) and is excited to help out at a band camp for the first time since her high school marching band. Sandra Mazlagic (French Horn) is halfway done with college at Penn, and feels pretty strange about it. She has at times been known to be a devoted band member, but also sometimes not, because she is too passionate about mathematics, Romance languages, and swing dancing. She has had a blooming romance with the French horn for ten years, a continuing affair with mellophone for the past six, with a four-year fling with jazz trumpet in high school. She's also had a pretty boring relationship with piano for thirteen years or so, but it's not her favorite. Although her life sounds like all music and dance and flowers, it is also a lot about exploring the world. She was born in former Yugoslavia, and she is going to study abroad in Cuba (!!!) in the fall. So you can probably ask her about like socialism or being Slavic, if you'd like! Jaci Rifkin (Percussion) is a rising sophomore at University of Pennsylvania, and she plans on majoring in Psychology. Besides playing the snare drum on the Penn Band Drumline, she loves to play anything that involves hitting, plucking, or crashing, including the drums, piano, guitar, and various other percussion instruments. Besides the band, Jaci is involved with a few neuroscience labs on campus, giving her the official Drumline title "The Brain". In the future, she hopes to somehow find to a way to incorporate music (and hitting things) into her research of the many mysteries of the brain. Michael Wojcik (Trumpet) is a rising junior at Penn. He plans to major in philosophy, while minoring in unemployment. Currently, he is working at the Adolescent Risk Communication Institute of the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania. He enjoys this job because the name sounds impressive. More importantly, Michael plays trumpet in Penn Jazz and Penn Band. However, Michael often must deflect insults, from fellow Penn Jazz members, concerning his membership in the Penn Band. He usually mumbles something about "musical community service" to avoid embarrassment. Michael is in his 10th year of playing the trumpet, but has recently picked up the guitar, claiming that "girls dig guitar, man."

2007 COUNSELORS

Noah Becker (Trombone) is an enthusiastic junior-to-be at the University of Pennsylvania and he someday hopes to decide on a major, maybe even this year! Along with playing trombone with the Penn Band, Noah is also a brother in the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity, a member of the Pennsylvania Six-5000 a cappella group and a founding brother of Penn’s mysterious and exclusive FabFive™. Noah is entering his 12th year of trombone playing. Mel Foreman (Trombone) - Mel is a rising senior at the University of Pennsylvania, double majoring in Political Science and American History. Back from a one year hiatus from the Penn Band Camp, she is excited to be once again being able to share her love of music with high school students. She has been a "bonehead" for the past twelve years and looks forward to contributing to the shenanigans of the Penn Band during her final year at Penn. Carly Weiss (Percussion) is a rising sophomore in the College, hoping to major in both political science and economics, but who knows at this point. She is a percussionist through and through, having played for five years now. Carly mostly monopolizes the quad toms, but occassionally dabbles in some snare, bass, and whatever else needs filling in. Penn Band percussion is all fun and games, but her main interest is writing her own music, for piano. She is also a member of Penn's Club Ice Hockey team. Michael Wojcik (Trumpet) is a rising sophomore at Penn. He plans to major in philosophy, while minoring in unemployment. Currently, he is working at the Adolescent Risk Communication Institute of the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania. He enjoys this job because the name sounds impressive. More importantly, Michael plays trumpet in Penn Jazz and Penn Band. However, Michael often must deflect insults, from fellow Penn Jazz members, concerning his membership in the Penn Band. He usually mumbles something about "musical community service" to avoid embarrassment. Michael is in his 10th year of playing the trumpet, but has recently picked up the guitar, claiming that "girls dig guitar, man."

2006 COUNSELORS

Noah Becker (trombone) is an enthusiastic sophomore-to-be at the University of Pennsylvania and he someday hopes to decide on a major, maybe even this year! Along with playing trombone with the Penn Band, Noah is also a brother in the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity, a member of the Pennsylvania Six-5000 a cappella group and a founding brother of Penn’s mysterious and exclusive FabFive™. Noah is entering his 11th year of trombone playing. Brooke Prashker (flute) - Brooke is entering her junior year at the University of Pennsylvania, where she is majoring in Biological Basis of Behavior with a minor in Health Care Management. She is the flute section leader of the Penn Band, but when needed, she plays the alto saxophone as well. She works in a Psychiatry laboratory that studies the genetics of mental disorders and is also a Big Sister in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program. Brooke has been playing the flute for eleven years, piccolo for nine years, and the saxophone for three years. John Palusci (trombone) – John is entering his sophomore year at the University of Pennsylvania with a major in chemistry and a minor in music. Over the summer he will be playing with lasers, oops, he means researching with lasers. Although John has only been playing trombone for 4 years, don’t let that fool you: he participates in many University ensembles such as the Penn Symphony Orchestra, Penn Wind Ensemble, and of course the Penn Band.

2005 COUNSELORS

deMauri Mackie (french horn) -- deMauri is entering her senior year at the University of Pennsylvania where she is a biochemistry major and German and psychology minor. Her on-campus activities include the Penn Band and Sigma Kappa Sorority. Next year deMauri will serve as the Drum Major and CD production manager for the Penn Band. The rest of her 'free' time is spent doing research in Childrens' Hospital of Philadelphia's Departement of Immunology. deMauri has played French horn for eleven years and this is her second summer with UPSMI. Jacqueline Scena (clarinet) - Jackie is entering her senior year at the University of Pennsylvania, and is earning a major in Psychology and minors in English and Chemistry. In addition to playing clarinet and bass clarinet with the Penn Band, she works in a Psychiatry laboratory that studies the genetics of mental illnesses and tutors high school students. Jackie has played the clarinet for twelve years. Mel Foreman (trombone) -- Mel is entering her sophomore year at the University of Pennsylvania, majoring in Political Science and minoring in History. Over the summer she is working at Van Pelt Library and the Penn Fund. She has been a "bonehead" for the past ten years and looks forward to contributing to the shenanigans of the Penn Band over her remaining years at Penn.

2004 COUNSELORS

Jessica Neiterman (trumpet) -- Jessica is entering her junior year in the College of Arts and Sciences where she is majoring in History and Sociology of Science. She has played the trumpet for the past eleven years, and enjoys contributing to the antics of the Penn Band. deMauri Mackie (french horn) -- deMauri is currently a junior studying Biochemistry and German at the University of Pennsylvania. Her on-campus activities include the Penn Band and Sigma Kappa Sorority, as well as being a research assistant in the Penn Medical School's Division of Rheumatology where she studies the genetics of auto-immune diseases. deMauri has played French horn for ten years. Allison Fandl (percussion) -- Allison is entering her second year at the University of Pennsylvania's College of Arts and Sciences. She is majoring in Classical Studies, with a concentration in the languages, Classical Greek and Latin. On campus she plays with the Penn Band, and off campus she teaches as the pit instructor for the Penn’s Grove High School Marching Band in South Jersey. Allison has been playing percussion for eight years and plans to continue playing well into her nursing-home years. Jason Beiger (trumpet) -- Jason is a rising junior in the College ('06) from Kings Park, NY. He has been playing trumpet for eleven years, and is a member of the Penn Band, Brass Choir, and Quadramics Pit Orchestra. Jason is both a Vagelos Scholar and University Scholar, and is a chemistry and biochemistry double major. This summer, he will be working as an organic chemistry researcher.

Important Dates

Enrollment Materials and Deposit due July 3rd, 2024 Director Evaluations Due July 3rd, 2024 Counselor Applications Due March 15th, 2024 Counselor Decisions Mailed April 1st, 2024 Scholarship Applications Due June 1st, 2024 Scholarship Decisions Mailed starting May 15th, 2024, on a rolling basis

Important Forms

2023 Camp Forms

2023 Director's Evaluation Form

2023 Scholarship Application Form

2023 Counselor Application Form

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

**Application deadline is May 20th, 2024. Awardees will be notified starting May 20th, 2024, on a rolling basis** Your application should consist of an audition recording – 32 bars of from a piece of your choice which best demonstrates your talents. Please include your name, the name of the work being performed, and the date with the digital audio or video recording submitted. The application, linked below.

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Summer Concert Band and Chamber Music Camp

The concert band camp will be held  june 9-13, 2024., 2024 commuter price $300 2024 early-bird resident price (register prior to may 1) $460 2024 resident price (register after may 1) $490 note: the cost of bed spaces increases after may 1 which is the reason for the increased cost after that date., about the summer concert band camp.

A fun and enriching curriculum of full band rehearsals, instrumental lessons, master classes, sectionals, and electives will be taught by outstanding high school and junior high band directors from across the state. Students will participate in one of five bands based on an audition and perform a final Gala Concert. The camp is open to students who have at least 1 year of playing experience and are entering grades 7-12 in Fall 2024.

The UTA Summer Music Camps strive to provide each student an opportunity to work with and learn from the highest quality instructional staff from around the nation. It is our desire that each student return to their own group having grown musically and personally while at the same time enjoying all the fun and excitement of summer camp life. 

In addition to spending time exploring literature with our wonderful camp faculty, students will be exposed to different electives. We are also offering a chamber music option for our most advanced students this year! Students can either bring an established chamber group from their school or they can audition for placement in a group with students from other schools!

Audition Information

Once registered, students will be sent audition music along with the audition process information.

Registration Information

All registration takes place online through the CircuiTree platform . If you attended camp last year, you should use your existing account. All camps at UTA are using this platform, so you will have the option to select the appropriate camp after you begin the login process.

We will accept both personal, school checks or credit/debit card. If you are sending a check, please leave the credit card payment information blank. Personal checks must be received by June 1. Students are not guaranteed a spot at camp until payment is received.

Refunds prior to June 1 may be requested less the $100 deposit. There are no refunds after June 1 unless there are extreme, extenuating circumstances.

Camp Conductors

Red Oak Middle School

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Future and Metro Boomin Unveil ‘We Trust You’ North American Tour Dates

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On the heels of the two albums they’ve released in the past three weeks — “We Don’t Trust You” and “We Still Don’t Trust You” — Future and Metro Boomin have announced dates for a six-week North American tour called, naturally enough, the “We Trust You” tour, presented by Cash App and Visa and produced by Live Nation.

The arena run kicks off on Tuesday, July 30 in Kansas City, Mo. and visits Detroit, Atlanta, Brooklyn, Houston, Toronto, Las Vegas, Inglewood, Seattle and more before wrapping up on Monday, September 9 in Vancouver. The 27-date tour also features a festival performance at Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL on Saturday, August 3. 

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Tue Jul 30 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center Wed Jul 31 – Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center Fri Aug 02 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum Sat Aug 03 – Chicago, IL – Lollapalooza * Sun Aug 04 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena Tue Aug 06 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena Thu Aug 08 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena Sat Aug 10 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center Sun Aug 11 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena Tue Aug 13 – Boston, MA – TD Garden Wed Aug 14 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center Thu Aug 15 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center Sat Aug 17 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena Tue Aug 20 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center Thu Aug 22 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center Fri Aug 23 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center Sat Aug 24 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center Sun Aug 25 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center Tue Aug 27 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena Wed Aug 28 – Salt Lake City, UT – Delta Center Fri Aug 30 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena Sat Aug 31 – Inglewood, CA – Intuit Dome Tue Sep 03 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center Wed Sep 04 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena Fri Sep 06 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena Sat Sep 07 – Portland, OR – Moda Center Mon Sep 09 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena

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From Hootie to Blink-182, here are the concerts to add to your Upstate summer lineup

Greenville and the surrounding area are set to have a sizzling summer music scene as a host of international and local country, rock and R&B artists will arrive in the Upstate between May and September.

Over the last year, Fantasia , Jellyroll , Thomas Rhett and more notable acts have contributed to Greenville's popularly growing music scene. As we await the upcoming 2025 Trueline entertainment venue and Peace Center's A Music Project to arrive by the end of the decade, there are still a ton of great top performers to see throughout the Upstate.

As the weather heats up and the Greenville-area social events begin to sprout, here are 10 of our favorite shows to see this summer throughout the area:

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Frank Foster at The Foundry at Judson Mill, May 4

Indie-country artist Frank Foster arrives in Greenville just before summer officially begins. The independent artist who writes and sings his original works will star at one of Greenville's best new music venues: The Foundry at Judson Mill.

Since 2011, Foster has climbed the Country Billboard charts, reaching as high as number seven and number two in the sales charts in 2018 with his album "Til I'm Gone."

Tickets for the 7 p.m. show are $20 — a good deal for a great time.

Location: 701 Easley Bridge Road, Unit 6030, Greenville

Keith Sweat at the Peace Center, May 5

R&B and Soul make its way to the Peace Center as Keith Sweat will serenade downtown Greenville with sounds of the '90s with a 14-album solo catalog spanning as recently as 2018.

His career highlights include genre classics "Make It Last Forever," "Nobody," and "Get Up on It," with both a 1993 Soul Train Lifetime Achievement Award and a 1997 American Music Award to boast, plus collaborations with fellow R&B hitmakers Gerald Levert and Johnny Gill for two albums that reached Billboard charts.

Tickets for the 7 p.m. show can be found at PeaceCenter.org.

Location: 300 S. Main St. (Greenville)

Sister Hazel at Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, May 10

Sister Hazel returns to Spartanburg for the second time as January 2023 saw the rock band sell out the inaugural show inside "The Hall." As nearly 1,800 people attended last year's performance, Lindsay Drakulic, director of marketing for Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, expects the same.

The Gainsville, Fla. natives are known for their breakout singles "All for You" and "Your Winter," which made the soundtrack for the movie "Ten Things I Hate About You."

"Their return means they are coming back because they enjoyed themselves, which is indicative of how our Spartanburg embraced them," Drakulic said. "They are such a legendary group and true performers; we're honored to have them."

Ticket costs begin at $30 per seat.

Location: 385 N Church St. (Spartanburg)

Tim McGraw: Standing Room Only Tour at Bon Secours, May 16

Tim McGraw will bring over three decades of classic hits to Greenville as his 13th headlining tour arrives at BSWA on May 16.

The actor and three-time Grammy Award winner has 10 albums that have reached number one on Billboard's top country album charts. Tickets can be found at ticketmatster.com for what is expected to be an electric evening of country music in Greenville.

Location: Bon Secours Wellness Arena; 650 N. Academy St. (Greenville)

The Vegabonds with Wim Tapley and The Cannons, June 8 -- The Radio Room

The Vegabonds are no strangers to Greenville, as they are constant staples at many arts festivals around the area and state. The intimate and acoustic space of Radio Room will host the five-member Southern rock band with Alabama ties.

Americana/Rock band Wim Tapley and The Cannons are also on the marquee for the evening. Their most recent album, "Red Room," was released in February 2024.

Location: The Radio Room; 110 Poinsett Hwy (Greenville)

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Rock the Country at the Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center, July 26-27

Rock and country music collide for a two-day festival in Anderson as Kid Rock, Jason Aldean and Miranda Lambert headline an event encouraging car and RV camping and featuring 25 food and beverage vendors. Tickets for this concert can be found at rockthecountry.com .

"Anderson gets to showcase the asset that it is and we're excited to see the folks who are visiting from other states and to welcome those who have not experienced the area before," said Marty Elliot, owner of Ready Room Collective, a group that facilitates booking musical acts across the Upstate.

She expects the event to host around 25,000 people each day.

Location: 3027 Martin Luther King Blvd. (Anderson)

Blink-182: One More Time Tour at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, July 29

Drumming-extraordinaire Travis Barker and Blink-182 bring their San Diego roots to the South as the 30-year rock band brings their "One More Time" tour to Greenville, which debuted at number one the week following its release on Billboard 200.

Most known for their 2000s smash hit single "All the Small Things," Blink-182 is responsible for the pop-punk sound influence of the millennium alongside bands Nickelback and Creed.

Location: Bon Secours Wellness Arena; 650 N Academy St.

Kem, Aug. 17, Peace Center

As part of Motown Records' resurgence in the early 2000s, Kem , a neo-soul and R&B legend, brings hit singles "Love Calls" and "I Can't Stop Loving You." After beginning as a table waiter and wedding band singer, Kem earned R&B Single of the Year in 2005 from Billboard Music.

His catalog includes work alongside R&B legends Ronald Isley, Patti LaBelle, Toni Braxton, and more.

Location: Peace Center; 300 S. Main St. (Greenville)

The Smashing Pumpkins: The World is a Vampire, Aug. 27 -- CCNB Amphitheatre

The Smashing Pumpkins are two-time Grammy Award winners in 1997 and 1998 and are known for the creativity and innovation in their music videos.

Amidst the Alternative Rock group's breakup in the mid-2000s, they are heavily responsible for the influence of artists such as Third Eye Blind, My Chemical Romance, and Panic! at the Disco.

Tickets can be found on ticketmaster.com.

Location: CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park; 861 SE Main St. (Simpsonville)

Hootie & The Blowfish, Summer Camp with Trucks Tour, Sept 21 -- BSWA

The Columbia, South Carolina natives bring Darius Rucker and Mark Bryan to Greenville for a stop on the Summer Camp with Trucks Tour.

After breaking up for nearly a decade, Hootie & The Blowfish continued their mainstream success again in 2019 with their latest release, "Imperfect Circle." The Alternative Rock, Blues, and Pop band won two Grammy Awards in 1996 for Best New Artist and Best Pop Performance by a Duo with "Let Her Cry."

Tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com.

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Charli XCX, Troye Sivan announce joint Sweat concert tour: How to get tickets

Pop sensations Charli XCX and Troye Sivan have announced a joint 2024 tour. The duo's Sweat North American tour will stop in 21 cities, kicking off this September.

The tour announcement comes on the heels of Charli XCX teasing a new collaboration with Sivan on Instagram . Rumors of a joint tour began during Coachella this year when fans spotted a billboard with both stars' names on it.

The pop singers will be joined on tour by English singer and DJ Shygirl .

Sivan released his runaway album "Something To Give Each Other" in October with hits "Rush," "One Of Your Girls" and "Got Me Started."

Charli XCX dropped her most recent album "CRASH" in 2022 with songs "Crash," "Yuck" and "New Shapes." She's best known for tunes "Boom Clap" and her new 2024 single "Von dutch," which will appear on her upcoming album "Brat." The new album will be released on June 7.

Missy Elliott announces Out of This World concert tour with Busta Rhymes, Ciara and Timbaland

The 21-date tour will begin in September in Detroit and will visit Toronto, New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Chicago and more.

Together, the two stars have collaborated on the 2018 song "1999" and the 2019 song "2099."

Perhaps another new single, "Sweat," will soon appear.

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Fans can sign up for presale tickets at sweat-tour.com through April 25. Artist presale will begin on April 25 at 10 a.m. local time.

General onsale will begin on April 26 at 10 a.m. local time.

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• Sept. 16 – Laval, Quebec – Place Bell
• Sept. 18 – Toronto – Scotiabank Arena
• Sept. 20 – Columbus, Ohio – Nationwide Arena
• Sept. 23 – New York City – Madison Square Garden
• Sept. 25 – Philadelphia – Wells Fargo Center
• Sept. 26 – Baltimore – CFG Bank Arena
• Sept. 28 – Boston – TD Garden
• Sept. 30 – Chicago – United Center
• Oct. 2 – Nashville, Tennessee – Bridgestone Arena
• Oct. 3 – Atlanta – State Farm Arena
• Oct. 5 – Miami – Kaseya Center
• Oct. 6 – Orlando, Florida – Kia Center
• Oct. 9 – Dallas – American Airlines Center
• Oct. 11 – Denver – Ball Arena
• Oct. 13 – Phoenix – Footprint Center
• Oct. 15 – Los Angeles – Kia Forum
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Shakira announces 2024 U.S. tour. Get tickets today

The “She Wolf” is coming out of her cage.

For the first time since 2018, Shakira will officially tour North America as part of her upcoming ‘LAS MUJERES YA NO LLORAN WORLD TOUR’ (which translates to “women no longer cry”).

Midway through the 14-concert run, the three-time Grammy winner is scheduled to stop in at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on Thursday, Dec. 5.

At all shows, fans can expect to hear cuts from the Colombian icon’s recently released album that shares a name with the tour.

Hits like “Hips Don’t Lie,” “Whenever, Wherever,” and “Dia De Enero” will likely sneak into the setlist as well.

For those who can’t wait to get their hands on tickets, they can be secured as soon as today.

Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Monday, April 22, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.

Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.

A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues, and links to buy tickets can be found below.

On March 22, Shakira released her 12th studio album “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.”

Comprised of 17 tracks featuring big-name collaborators like Cardi B, Bizarrap, Grupo Frontera, Rauw Alejandro, and Ozuna among others, the 47-year-old songstress sticks to español this time around. However, whether or not you speak Spanish is beside the point; Shakira’s music this time around is so catchy that you won’t mind looking up what the lyrics mean on Google Translate.

Highlights include the dance floor-ready hit “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53,” the infectious mariachi-inspired “El Jefe” with Fuerza Regida, and the icy “TQG” featuring Karol G.

While the whole album slaps, we’d be remiss if we didn’t shout our favorite track: the disco-flavored “Cohete.” We can’t stop listening.

Want to check it out for yourself? You can find “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” here .

Prior to announcing the tour, Shakira surprised the crowd at at Coachella on Friday, April 12 when she performed “La Fuerte” and “BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53” alongside Bizzarap.

A raucous fan video can be seen here:

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Here are just five of our favorites you won’t want to miss live.

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Who else is out and about? Take a look at our list of the 50 biggest concert tours in 2024 to find out.

This article was written by Matt Levy , New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements for your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed Bruce Springsteen and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.

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The Moscow Metro Tour is included in most guided tours’ itineraries. Opened in 1935, under Stalin’s regime, the metro was not only meant to solve transport problems, but also was hailed as “a people’s palace”. Every station you will see during your Moscow metro tour looks like a palace room. There are bright paintings, mosaics, stained glass, bronze statues… Our Moscow metro tour includes the most impressive stations best architects and designers worked at - Ploshchad Revolutsii, Mayakovskaya, Komsomolskaya, Kievskaya, Novoslobodskaya and some others.

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The guide will not only help you navigate the metro, but will also provide you with fascinating background tales for the images you see and a history of each station.

And there some stories to be told during the Moscow metro tour! The deepest station - Park Pobedy - is 84 metres under the ground with the world longest escalator of 140 meters. Parts of the so-called Metro-2, a secret strategic system of underground tunnels, was used for its construction.

During the Second World War the metro itself became a strategic asset: it was turned into the city's biggest bomb-shelter and one of the stations even became a library. 217 children were born here in 1941-1942! The metro is the most effective means of transport in the capital.

There are almost 200 stations 196 at the moment and trains run every 90 seconds! The guide of your Moscow metro tour can explain to you how to buy tickets and find your way if you plan to get around by yourself.

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• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

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Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

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Partizanskaya

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• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

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• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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Shakira Announces Fall 2024 North American Tour Dates

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Shakira has announced a tour in support of her new album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran . The tour begins in California in November and extends into December. It’s billed as a world tour, so more dates are likely forthcoming. See Shakira’s schedule below.

Shakira released Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran , her first studio album since 2017’s El Dorado , last month. The full-length includes the hit Bizarrap collaboration “ Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53 .”

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The Marley Brothers Unite For ‘The Legacy Tour’ A Historic One-Of-A-Kind Outing Celebrating Bob Marley’s Music, Influence, And Legacy

Tickets Available on Tuesday, April 16, with Artist Presales

General onsale begins on friday, april 19 at 10 am local via marleybrothers.com.

Today, The Marley Brothers – Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani and Damian – announce The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour , their 22-date run produced by Live Nation which historically marks their first outing together in two decades . The tour will commence on September 5, 2024 at Festival Lawn at Deer Lake Park in Vancouver, BC then continues across the U.S. and Canada through the fall.

Bob Marley’s music endures as a beacon of strength, hope, and unity, attracting a growing global fanbase. For over three decades, his sons have each established themselves as renowned solo artists and collectively boast an impressive count of 22 GRAMMY® Awards , with Julian securing 2024’s win for “Best Reggae Album.”

Now reunited on The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour , they’ll honor their father’s worldwide impact by performing both individual hits and classic Bob Marley songs during a momentous year for the genre. As the world nears what would have been Bob Marley’s 80th birthday in 2025 , there’s no greater homage than experiencing his music live through his sons, who carry on his enduring influence across popular culture.

Tickets will be available beginning with artist pre-sales on Tuesday, April 16 . Additional presales including a Citi presale (details below) will run throughout the week. The general on-sale starts on Friday, April 19 at 10 AM local time via MarleyBrothers.com .

Citi is the official card of the The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour . Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, April 16 at 10 AM local time until Thursday, April 18 at 10 PM local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com .

VIP PACKAGES:  The tour will also offer a variety of immersive VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, invitation to the pre-show soundcheck with the Marley Brothers’ band, access to the pre-show VIP lounge, specially designed VIP gift item and more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit VipNation.com .

Additionally, on April 20th, Bob Marley: One Love will expand its screenings , inviting audiences to celebrate alongside one of the most influential icons of all time. Coming off the heels of a worldwide record-breaking theatrical run and the 40th anniversary of Marley’s revolutionary album , Legend , this tour further underscores his enduring impact on the cultural landscape.

THE 2024 LEGACY TOUR DATES:

9.05 | Vancouver, BC | Festival Lawn at Deer Lake Park

9.06 | Ridgefield, WA | RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater

9.08 | Auburn, WA | White River Amphitheatre

9.10 | Concord, CA | Toyota Pavilion at Concord

9.11 | Chula Vista, CA | North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

9.12 |  Phoenix, AZ | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

9.13 | Albuquerque, NM | Isleta Amphitheater

9.15 | Austin, TX | Germania Insurance Amphitheater

9.16 | Dallas, TX | Dos Equis Pavilion

9.18 | Cincinnati, OH | Riverbend Music Center

9.19 | Clarkston, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre

9.22 | Queens, NY | Forest Hills Stadium

9.23 | Holmdel, NJ | PNC Bank Arts Center

9.25 | Bridgeport, CT | Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater

9.26 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center

9.27 | Bristow, VA | Jiffy Lube Live

9.29 | Toronto, ON | Budweiser Stage

9.30 | Laval, QC | Place Bell

10.02 | Wilmington, NC | Live Oak Bank Pavilion

10.03 | Atlanta, GA | Lakewood Amphitheatre

10.04 | Tampa, FL | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amp

10.05 | Miami, FL | FPL Solar Amphitheatre

ABOUT THE MARLEY BROTHERS

About Ziggy Marley

Ziggy Marley is an eight-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, musician, producer, activist and humanitarian who has cultivated a legendary career for close to 40 years.  The eldest son of Bob and Rita Marley, Ziggy has hewed his own path as a musical pioneer, infusing the reggae genre with funk, blues, rock and other elements through mindful songcraft.  Equal parts master storyteller and motivational guide, he deftly explores issues from environmental awareness to self-empowerment, social injustice to political inequity, while returning again and again to the transformative power of love. And over the past 15 years with his own companies, Tuff Gong Worldwide and Ishti Music, Marley has complete control of his masters and publishing; alongside his charity URGE – benefiting the well-being of children in Jamaica, Africa and North America.

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About Stephen Marley

Stephen “Ragga” Marley is a world-renowned singer, songwriter, and producer whose work has earned no fewer than eight Grammy Awards. Born into a musical family, Stephen is the child of reggae legends Bob Marley and Rita Marley. He began singing professionally at 6, touring the world with his elder siblings Ziggy, Sharon, and Cedella in The Melody Makers. In 2008, he released his first solo album, Mind Control, which won the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album. His subsequent solo albums include Mind Control Acoustic, Revelation Part I: The Root of Life, and Revelation Part II: The Fruit of Life. Stephen’s first new full-length album in more than seven years, Old Soul, was released on September 15 via Tuff Gong Collective/UMe/Ghetto Youths International. The new album is a departure from his previous Reggae repertoire, showcasing more of his bluesy, acoustic soul side, as evidenced by the first single, “Old Soul.” Stephen is also an acclaimed producer, working closely with his brother Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley on the massive crossover hit Welcome To Jamrock. In addition, Stephen continues to champion charitable endeavors centered in Jamaica as a co-founder of the Ghetto Youths Foundation, along with his brothers Damian and Julian Marley.  In 2017, Stephen established Kaya Fest, the annual music festival, which features special guests and rare family performances, all with the larger purpose of raising awareness around the benefits of cannabis, guided by the mantra “Education Before Recreation.”

About Julian Marley

Julian Marley, born in London, England on June 4, 1975, to Bob Marley and Lucy Pounder, embraced a musical upbringing, mastering various instruments as a self-taught musician. Mentored by reggae greats in Jamaica, he released his debut album “Lion in the Morning” in 1996, followed by international tours. He contributed to Lauryn Hill’s Grammy-winning album and collaborated on a Stevie Wonder tribute. His sophomore album, “A Time and Place,” showcased a fusion of reggae and jazz. Julian spearheaded the ‘Africa Unite’ performances and performed at the 2008 Olympic Games. His Grammy-nominated album “Awake” in 2009 garnered acclaim, winning ‘Best Album of the Year’ at the IRAWMAs. Julian, deeply rooted in Rastafarianism like his father, remains committed to spiritual and global messages in his music, embodying a conscious movement in reggae.

About Ky-Mani Marley 

Ky-Mani Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Anita Belnavis, is a Grammy-nominated artist who burst onto the scene with his 1996 debut album “Like Father Like Son,” blending reggae with hip-hop. Born in Falmouth, Jamaica, he has a diverse discography including “Many More Roads” (2001), “Maestro” (2015), and a collaboration with Gentleman titled “Conversations.” Beyond music, Ky-Mani has showcased his acting skills in films like “Shottas” (2002) and “One Love” (2003). With his soulful voice and powerful lyrics, he upholds the Marley legacy while forging his own distinctive path in entertainment.

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About Damian Marley

Multi-Grammy winning talent, Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley is a highly acclaimed Jamaican singer, songwriter and producer.  He is the youngest son of the revered legend, Bob Marley. His musical style fuses reggae with elements of dancehall, hip-hop, R&B, and rock, crafting a fresh and modern sound that is uniquely his own. Damian was the first ever Reggae artist to win a GRAMMY AWARD® outside of the Reggae category. The acclaimed 2005 breakthrough disc, Welcome To Jamrock , won a GRAMMY AWARD® for Best Reggae Album, with the New York Times naming the track “the best reggae song of the decade.” In 2010, Marley teamed up with Nas and brother Stephen Marley for his Distant Relatives project, and went on to partner with Skrillex for their groundbreaking track “Make It Bun Dem,” which Rolling Stone called “a monster mash-up of dubstep and dancehall.” Which went platinum with over 1 Million copies sold in the United States alone. Following the track’s success, the reggae superstar released his fourth studio album, Stony Hill , resulting in his third GRAMMY AWARD® for Best Reggae Album. In September of 2022, Marley produced the studio album, The Kalling, for Kabaka Pyramid which won Best Reggae Album at the 65th Annual GRAMMY AWARDS®. Most recently, “Jr. Gong” released his rendition of the famed George Harrison track, ‘My Sweet Lord.’. The track got the stamp-of-approval by George’s beloved wife, Olivia, as well as the George Harrison Estate. Damian is the co-founder of the renowned Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise, which is gearing up for its 9th annual.

ABOUT LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT

Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com .

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Ziggy Marley

Michelle Rodriquez | [email protected]

Damian Marley

Carleen Donovan | [email protected]

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Stephen Marley

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Ky-Mani Marley

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Julian Marley

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General onsale for tickets will begin on Friday, April 19 at 10 a.m. CST on  livenation.com .