Summer Music Camp
Sarasota Orchestra has Cancelled 2020 Summer Music Camp
Sarasota Orchestra has made the difficult decision to cancel the Summer Music Camp. This decision was made in response to the current coronavirus global pandemic and based on risk factors that prevent the camp from operating while successfully supporting the health and safety of our campers, musicians, volunteers, staff, and wider community.
Three primary factors have driven our decision:
- The Sarasota Orchestra facility lacks the space to properly distance music 300 students with faculty and staff.
- The comprehensive safety measures recommended by the CDC, including mask-wearing and restricted interaction among student groups, would require the camp to cut core programming.
- To hold Summer Music Camp in these current circumstances would not be feasible economically and involves safety risks that the Sarasota Orchestra Board and leadership found unacceptable.
Work is already underway for a virtual experience. In July, Sarasota Orchestra will continue educational programming with a wide variety of videos presented by Sarasota Orchestra musicians, faculty, and staff. These masterclasses will give participants a deeper understanding of music and specific guidance to make them a better musician. Each posting will include additional resources and music-related family-fun activities. A detailed schedule of programming will be posted on our website by July 1st. Programming will be accessible for all ages and abilities.
Why Choose Us?
For over 60 years, Sarasota Orchestra has made music education a priority for aspiring young musicians.
Participation in the Summer Music Camp immerses young people in music education opportunities that are unparalleled in our community for depth and scope.
New Format
Maximized Time
All Levels
Our new two-week, full-day format promises an incredible experience and provides a structure that will improve skills and technique for the years ahead. Our classes are kept to a manageable size so each student receives individual attention. Don’t be nervous – auditions are NOT required for participation.
Apply today for an immersive and enriching music environment.
What We Provide
Skill Building: Build on what you’ve gained through lessons, practice, and ensembles. Summer Music Camp allows you to exercise the skills you’ve learned during the year and to learn NEW skills that will make you better prepared to start the next school year.
Local/Established Training: Our faculty are local school music educators and/or Sarasota Orchestra musicians who are HIGHLY respected in their areas of expertise.
Instruction at All Levels: We cover all the bases, from beginner through advanced levels. With EIGHT ENSEMBLES, all students will be placed in a full ensemble with students at the same ability. No other camp offers this many levels or guarantees a full ensemble experience for all students.
Maximized Time: Our new format for full days will provide 70 hours of music instruction, nearly doubling our format from years past.
Music Theory: It’s an essential skillset and we make it an integral part of our Summer Music Camp.
Elective Classes: Music Appreciation, Music History, Sight Singing, Ear Training, Rhythm, World Drumming, Jazz Ensemble, and Full Orchestra are all part of our format, though the options vary from year to year. We guarantee you’ll love every class!
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Tuition
Each participant in the Summer Music Camp program pays a tuition of $330. This is in addition to the $25 application fee and is due upon invoice.
The $330 tuition is only a fraction of the actual cost to the Sarasota Orchestra per student. Through the generosity of many donors and numerous foundations, we are able to off-set tuition expenses.
Scholarships
Scholarships are offered to assist families who are in need of financial support and are made available by the generosity of private donors and grants (see form on application).
Recruitment Incentive
Do you know a student that would enjoy being a part of our program? Help us spread the word and receive $20 off your tuition for each new student.
Example: Talk with 5 new students that meet the requirements and receive $100 off your tuition.
Young Person's Concerts
Each year, a different program is developed and delivered to nearly 10,000 Manatee and Sarasota County fourth- and fifth-graders.
Summer Music Camp
School-aged children on summer break can maintain or gain musical skills during the Sarasota Orchestra’s summer program.
Young Artists Competition
Each year, up-and-coming young musicians from across the region compete for the opportunity to perform as soloists in a concert with the Orchestra.
Youth Orchestras
Sarasota Orchestra's Youth Orchestra Program has been hailed as one of the most exemplary youth programs in the Southeast.
