Are you choosing the right Summer Camp for your child?
This is an unabashed plug for a string-oriented music camp if your child plays a bowed, string instrument. Here is why:
1) Maintaining fine motor skills.
2) Expanding the student’s peer group
3) Having fun with music
EXPLORE SUMMER CAMPS - 2026 (VERMONT & NEW HAMPSHIRE)
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Zen & The Art of Cello Playing
A Transformative Experience"
Suzanne Smith Director
449 Moretown Common Rd., Moretown, VT. 05660
cellochan3b@gmail.com 802.496.5273
A Seven Day Cello Retreat in Starksboro, Vermont.
Freedom in playing Awareness Finding your artistic voice
AUGUST 24-30, 2026Visit - https://www.cellochanwoods.com
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Summer String Camp
Week of June 22-26, 2026 (8:45 am-4:30 pm)
For ages 8-15, with minimum of 1 year of experienceThis weeklong, full day string music camp is pen to all string players in the classical and folk traditions – violin/fiddle, viola, cello, ukulele, guitar, etc. This camp is recommended for ages 8 to 15 with at least one year of experience. String Camp participants will build musical skills, learn to play in a group, meet new friends, and have fun while building their instrumental abilities and musicianship. Solos, duets, and ensemble work will build confidence, cooperation, and performance skills. There will also be outdoor time, breaks and art activities.
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Senior Program June 28- July 26 (ages 14-28)
Junior Program July 19-August 2 (ages 8-13)The 22nd season of the Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival will take place at Saint Michael's College in June and July 2026. The intensive programs for solo and chamber music study welcome violinists, violists and cellists into an atmosphere of focused professionalism. Applicants can apply for all programs (Senior, Fellowship, Junior) using the same application.
More Details: https://gmcmf.org/
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GMSI 2026 is from Sunday, July 12 - Friday, July 17, 2026
The Green Mountain Suzuki Institute, located in Rochester, Vermont, is an approved Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA) Institute for violin, viola, cello,, flute, and piano students ages 4-adult. Our enthusiastic professional staff is committed to creating an inspiring week of music and fun for your family, providing motivation and reinforcement for home study.
Each student at the institute has a master class and group lesson every day. In addition, each student chooses 3 elective classes from the following options: orchestra, composition, fiddling, viola for violinists, yoga or art. Advanced students may participate in a chamber music group (additional fee), coached daily. Piano students get to play Piano Duets (for four hands).
A parent is required to accompany the student (or be nearby, on the grounds) throughout each day.
The Institute is an opportunity for parents to share ideas with other parents and teachers, reinforce each other's efforts, and learn new skills for working with their children. Every year, parents tell us that attending GMSI with their children is the "best family vacation" they have ever had!
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2026 Strings Week
June 29 – July 3
Monday – Friday | 9am - 3pmLocation:
Monteverdi Music School
46 Barre St, Montpelier, VT
Monteverdi Music School, The Green Mountain Youth Symphony, and the Summit School of Traditional Music & Culture are offering a collaborative summer music camp for string players in Montpelier, VT!Website:https://www.gmys-vt.org/
Stay tuned for more information!
GMYS has held a residency week at Northern Vermont University-Johnson since 2006. It has become an integral part of our program for our intermediate to advanced musicians and many of them tell us it’s the highlight of their musical year!
Intermediate - Advanced student musicians of all orchestral instruments are invited to apply.
Acceptance is by audition only.
Email the Executive Director to set up an audition or for more information.
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Kinhaven is located in Weston, VT, and hosts a six-week senior session for high school-age students as well as a 2-week junior session for 4th-8th grade.
They also host several sessions for adults, including a Young Artists Seminar for pre-professional music students, an Adult Piano Workshop, and Adult Chamber Music Workshop. There is more information about each session, including cost, at our website: https://kinhaven.org
Kinhaven is a part of the American Camp Association, as well as the Equality Arc Common App for Summer Study. Our Senior and Junior Sessions are open to all orchestral instruments as well as piano!
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Music Camp
Music Camp
Advanced Music Camp
Ages: Rising 6th to 10th graders
Session (two weeks): July 20-24 & July 27-31
Daily Hours: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Turtle Lane Campus, 359 Turtle Lane, Shelburne, VT 05482
Cost: $800Early Childhood Camp (limited space available)
Ages: Age four to rising kindergarten
Sessions: June 22-26, June 29-July 3Daily Hours: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Turtle Lane Campus, 359 Turtle Lane, Shelburne, VT 05482
Cost: $380 per week, per childElementary Camp
Ages: Rising 1st to 4th grade
Sessions: June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29-July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-July 31, August 3-7
Daily Hours: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Turtle Lane Campus, 359 Turtle Lane, Shelburne, VT 05482
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MCMC SUMMER CAMPS
We believe in immersion as a powerful tool for budding musicians. Our camps promote the joys as well as the focus required to make excellent music -- and have fun doing it! Each camp features a final performance, providing a focal point and a celebration for the week.
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Website: https://www.mcmcvt.org/camps
Chamber Music Camp
June 15 – 19, 2026
Ages: 11 – 18
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
Tuition: $505
Chamber Music Camp invites woodwind, brass, and string players to spend a week making music together in small ensembles. Through guided rehearsals and group coachings, campers build musicianship, confidence, and connection in a joyful, collaborative environment.Musical Theater Camp I
June 22 - 26 & June 29 - July 3 (10 days)
Ages: 7 – 10
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
Tuition: $765
Musical Theater Camp is a two-week creative adventure for ages 7–10, developed in collaboration with Town Hall Theater. Campers sing, act, dance, and create together, culminating in a joyful performance on the Town Hall Theater stage.Musical Theater Camp II
July 6 - 10 (5 days)
Ages: 10 – 13
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
Tuition: $545
Musical Theater Camp at MCMC is a week-long creative experience for ages 10–13. Campers collaborate to build a mini musical revue, exploring singing, acting, dancing, and ensemble work, culminating in a joyful final showcase.Music Discoveries Camp I
July 13 – 17, 2026
Ages: 4 – 6
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
Tuition: $330
Music Discoveries Camp offers young children a joyful introduction to music through singing, movement, games, and creative play. Perfect for children who are ready to build musical foundations, this week nurtures curiosity, confidence, and a love of music.
August 3-7 & 10-14 (10 days)
Ages: 8 – 12
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
Tuition: $765
Musical Theater Camp is a two-week immersive experience for ages 8–12 at MCMC. Campers sing, act, dance, and collaborate to create a full theatrical production, culminating in a joyful final showcase. -
Summer Garden Camp
Ages 4–Rising Kindergarten (by June 1)
July 6th - July 31st, 2026
A Gentle Summer Rooted in Play, Nature, and Simplicity -
Summer 2026
New Music On The Point (June 2 – 15) has lots of concerts you can find on the festival’s website.
Session 1
Faculty Concert
July 3rd 7:30 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
final camper Concert
July 11th 1:00 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
Session 2
Faculty Concert
July 17th 7:30 PM
Town Hall Theater (Middlebury)
final camper Concert
July 25th 1:00 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
Session 3
Faculty Concert
July 31st 7:30 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
final camper Concert
August 8th 1:00 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
Session 4
Faculty Concert
August 14th 7:30 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
final camper Concert
August 22nd 1:00 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
Prelude
Faculty Concert
August 27th 7:30 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
final camper Concert
August 29th 1:00 PM
Salisbury Congregational Church
Adult Chamber Workshop
ACW Faculty Concert
September 24th 7:30 PM
Unitarian Universalist Center (Middlebury)
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Website:
https://www.summit-school.org/event-details/trad-camp
Trad Camp
Time & Location
July 14th - July 18th, 2026
Downtown Montpelier VT
Due to limited enrollment, we're not able to offer Trad Camp as planned. Please email info@summit-school.org to receive updates about other youth-based trad music opportunities with Summit and subscribe to our newsletter!
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Colburn Park Trad Music Festival
Friday-Sunday, July 31-August 2
Downtown Lebanon
Registration is now open! 15% off Early Bird discount until June 1
Website: https://uvmusic.org/programs/summer
Summer Camps and Programs
Summer is a great time to make music, and the Upper Valley Music Center has a variety of programs to choose from.
From summer camps to classes, workshops, and concerts, we hope to offer an opportunity for everyone to make their summer more musical!
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June 22 – June 26
Summer Symphony Camp introduces middle school musicians to playing in a symphony and jazz orchestra. Musicians perform well-known traditional and contemporary works in a fun and supportive environment while making friends with students from across our region.
Camp is designed for string students entering grades 5 through 9, and wind, brass, and percussion students entering grades 6 through 9, who have at least one year of experience. This week-long intensive focuses on fundamentals and new music styles in a large ensemble setting. In addition to daily rehearsals, campers participate in fun electives such as chorus, world drumming, improvisation, and recreation. Camp closes with a culminating concert for family and friends.
Have questions? Contact Camp Director, Berta Frank at berta@vyo.org.
When: June 22 – June 26, 12:00pm – 4:30pm
Where: Elley-Long Music Center at St. Michael’s College located at 223 Ethan Allen Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446
Tuition: $240; Financial aid is available for qualifying families and is reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Summer Symphony Camp introduces middle school musicians to playing in a symphony and jazz orchestra. Musicians perform well-known traditional and contemporary works in a fun and supportive environment while making friends with students from across our region.
Camp is designed for string students entering grades 5 through 9, and wind, brass, and percussion students entering grades 6 through 9, who have at least one year of experience. This week-long intensive focuses on fundamentals and new music styles in a large ensemble setting. In addition to daily rehearsals, campers participate in fun electives such as chorus, world drumming, improvisation, and recreation. Camp closes with a culminating concert for family and friends.
Have questions? Contact Camp Director, Berta Frank at berta@vyo.org.
When: June 23 – June 27, 12:00pm – 4:30pm (Please plan to arrive between 11:30am and 11:50am)
Where: Elley-Long Music Camp at St. Michael’s College located at Fort Ethan Allen
Tuition: $240; Financial aid is available for qualifying families and is reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Playing Guidelines – Students entering grades five to grade nine (at least one year of experience)
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Website: https://www.vtfolklife.org/trad-camp
Trad Camp is a week-long summer camp for youth aged 9-18. It is a concentrated opportunity to be inspired by, learn about and perform tunes, songs, and dances in a variety of traditional styles.
Campers participate in group sessions each day with a variety of core staff and guest instructors. Sessions include beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Instructors are respected musicians and teachers from the region.
Trad Camp originated as a program of Young Tradition Vermont.
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June 21-27, 2026
MONTPELIER PERFORMING ARTS HUB
35 College St, Montpelier, VT 05602CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Join our welcoming camp community in the hills of Vermont for a week of traditional musical immersion.
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MONUMENT MUSIC CAMP
from July 7-12, 2025
with concluding concert
on Saturday, July 12 @ 1:30PM
at the Monument Arts and Cultural Center in Bennington, VTFeaturing:
Musical Theater Workshop
Chorus
Band
Orchestra
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Jun 29 - Jul 3, M-F, 9a-3p @ 46 Barre St, Monteverdi studios | Ages 8 - 14
Monteverdi Music School, The Green Mountain Youth Symphony, and
the Summit School of Traditional Music & Culture bring you a collab camp!For more details - CLICK HERE
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World class experienced teachers you can trust
July 16-19 2026
Hybrid In-Person and Online!
The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village
No matter where you are in your harp journey, get inspired by the world class presenters and performers Somerset brings to you year after year.
Focus on a specific genre or technique, expand your area of study, discover and get inspired by music from all around the world.
We provide guidance for all levels of practice so you can find inspiration no matter how long you have been playing the harp. Always wanted to play the harp and don’t know where to start? We have a beginner track just for you!
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Monday 27th of July 2026
The Turlough O’Carolan Harp Festival and Summer School celebrates the life, music, and legacy of Turlough O’Carolan, one of Ireland’s greatest traditional composers and harpists. It started in 1978 and is held annually, over the August bank holiday, in the picturesque village of Keadue, County Roscommon, the festival brings together harpists, musicians, and music lovers from around the world for a unique cultural experience.
This vibrant event offers a rich blend of performances, workshops, and masterclasses led by world-renowned harpists, musicians, and experts in traditional Irish music. The Summer School is open to harpists and musicians of all skill levels, providing a supportive environment to learn, explore, and deepen their craft while immersing themselves in the traditions of Irish music. It also includes Concerts, Ceili, Harp Recitals and a Harp Competition sponsored every year since we began by local business Arigna Fuels Ltd .
Beyond the music, the festival also celebrates the beauty of the local area, offering attendees a chance to experience the warmth and hospitality of County Roscommon while discovering the stories and landscapes that inspired O’Carolan’s timeless compositions.
Whether you are a seasoned performer, a budding musician, or a lover of Irish culture, the Turlough O’Carolan Harp Festival and Summer School offers an unforgettable opportunity to connect with Ireland’s musical heritage and create lasting memories in a welcoming, inspiring environment.
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Registration opens March 20th, 2025
Registration Deadline:
Registration Deadline:
APRIL 1, 2026Classes begin:
April 8th, 2026