High School Summer Music Camps

Ready to take your music skills to the next level? High school musicians are invited to join us this summer at our 2026 Jazz Camp, designed for students who want to grow as performers and experience college‑level music study. Led by Prof. Sam Skelton, participants will build confidence, strengthen technique, and explore new musical opportunities through rehearsals, sectionals, and masterclasses. The camp concludes with a final performance celebrating the week’s accomplishments.

Schedule: 9 a.m. (check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) - 4:30 p.m. at the Bailey Performance Center each day. Lunch will be provided each day.

Please note that this is only open to current high school students and 2026 graduates. 

Registration has CLOSED. See you next year!

Jazz Camp

June 14-18, 2026

Discover the excitement of jazz performance in a week designed just for high school musicians. Under the direction of Prof. Sam Skelton, students dive into improvisation, jazz theory, combo playing, and big band techniques in a supportive, energetic environment. Campers work closely with faculty through rehearsals, sectionals, and masterclasses that help them build confidence, develop their style, and expand their musical creativity. The week wraps up with a final performance where students showcase their growth and new skills on stage.

Here is a list of accepted instruments:

  • Alto Saxophone 
  • Tenor Saxophone
  • Baritone Saxophone
  • Trumpet
  • Trombone
  • Bass Trombone
  • Piano / Keyboard
  • Guitar
  • Double Bass / Electric Bass
  • Drum Set
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