This elective offers a hands-on introduction to the music industry, covering topics like artist management, marketing, royalties, streaming, and contracts. Students will explore how music careers are built behind the scenes and what it takes to turn talent into a sustainable business. Ideal for aspiring artists, producers, and entrepreneurs, this class blends real-world case studies with creative projects. No prior experience in business needed—just a passion for music and curiosity about the industry.
Whether you’ve never picked up a guitar or just know a chord or two, this class will get you playing in no time. You’ll learn the essentials—tuning, chords, strumming, and reading tabs—plus how to play songs you actually want to play. We’ll break things down step by step, so you build confidence and skill with every session. By the end, you’ll be ready to jam with others.
Ever wanted to wave your arms and have the music follow? In this energetic and hands-on class, campers will step onto the podium and learn the basics of conducting—beat patterns, cues, and musical expression. You’ll get to lead your peers, explore what makes a great conductor, and even try out conducting real music in front of a group. No baton experience required—just a love of music and a little flair for the dramatic!
Jazz improvisation class dives into soloing, jazz harmony, and group jamming, all while building your creativity and confidence. Campers will learn how to listen, respond, and create their own musical ideas through games, call-and-response, and interactive playing. It’s all about finding your voice, connecting with others, and having a blast with jazz. All instruments are welcome to join!
With a mix of individual practice and group play, you'll quickly build confidence and discover how easy it is to make music with just four strings. In this class, students will learn the fundamentals, including basic chords, strumming techniques, and how to play a variety of songs. By the end of the camp, students will be able to perform basic tunes and play along with others.
This musical theater elective is all about bringing stories to life through song, dance, and acting! Campers will explore classic and contemporary musicals, learning how to combine strong vocals, choreography, and character work. The course will focus on scene study, vocal technique, and performance skills, giving students the chance to shine in both group and solo numbers.
Have you ever wanted to be a ROCKSTAR? Now, you have the chance! In this modern band course, you will learn basics of piano, guitar, bass, drum set, and vocals to put together a full band experience!