Bailey School of Music Summer Camp

Following the success of our 2026 Summer Jazz Camp, the Bailey School of Music is excited to offer this exciting experience again in the summer of 2027. Led by Professor Sam Skelton, Director of Jazz Studies at Kennesaw State University, this weeklong, all-day camp is designed for current high school musicians who want to deepen their understanding of jazz, strengthen their technique, and experience college-level music study.

Participants will rehearse and perform in both large ensembles and small combos, develop improvisation and musicianship skills, and receive personalized instruction from KSU's jazz faculty. Whether students are preparing for college auditions, seeking leadership opportunities within their school programs, or simply looking to grow as jazz musicians, Summer Jazz Camp provides a challenging and supportive environment where they can learn, collaborate, and build lasting connections with fellow musicians.

The Bailey School of Music's Concert Band Camp offers an immersive week of music-making for current high school musicians looking to strengthen their performance skills and experience college-level band study. Participants will work closely with KSU faculty and outstanding music educators while exploring a diverse repertoire in a supportive and challenging environment.

Throughout the week, students will rehearse and perform in a concert band setting, develop musicianship and ensemble skills, and gain valuable insights into rehearsal techniques, tone production, and musical interpretation. Whether preparing for all-state auditions, seeking to grow as a section leader, or simply looking for an inspiring summer musical experience, Concert Band Camp provides an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and build lasting connections with fellow musicians.

Spend three days immersed in the art of piano at the Bailey School of Music’s Piano Summer Camp, led by acclaimed pianist and KSU faculty member Robert Henry. Designed for high school pianists looking to strengthen their skills and grow as musicians, this focused camp offers an engaging collegiate-style experience centered on performance, artistry and musical discovery.

Through focused instruction, masterclasses and performance opportunities, participants will develop their technique, musicianship and interpretive skills while connecting with fellow young pianists. Whether preparing for auditions and competitions, considering collegiate music study or simply looking to take their playing to the next level, Piano Summer Camp provides a supportive and inspiring environment to build confidence, deepen musical understanding and experience life as a pianist at Kennesaw State University.

The Bailey School of Music is excited to launch Choir Camp in 2027, offering current high school singers a week of immersive choral study and performance at Kennesaw State University. Designed for students who are passionate about vocal music, the camp provides an engaging collegiate-style experience that encourages artistic growth, musical excellence, and meaningful collaboration.

Participants will rehearse and perform a variety of choral repertoire while developing vocal technique, musicianship, sight-reading, and ensemble skills under the guidance of KSU faculty and experienced choral educators. Whether students are preparing for honor choirs, considering collegiate music study, or looking to strengthen their confidence as singers, Choir Camp offers a welcoming environment where they can grow as musicians and connect with peers who share their passion for choral music.

Debuting in 2027, the Bailey School of Music's Orchestra Camp provides current high school string, woodwind, brass, and percussion students with an intensive week of ensemble performance and musical development. Set on Kennesaw State University's campus, the camp offers participants the opportunity to experience college-level music study while working alongside dedicated faculty and educators.

Students will rehearse and perform orchestral repertoire, strengthen ensemble and musicianship skills, and gain a deeper understanding of musical interpretation and performance practices. Whether preparing for regional and all-state ensembles, exploring future opportunities in music, or seeking a rewarding summer experience, Orchestra Camp fosters artistic growth, collaboration, and a vibrant community of young musicians.