Dates: May 31-June 5, 2026Grades: 6-12Pricing: $300 tuition (meals included)Overnight add-on: $150 (overnight housing)
The Concert Band Camp offers a week of music-making for students in grades 6–12 who have at least one year of playing experience. Students rehearse in full ensemble and sectional settings while developing tone, technique, and musical artistry under the guidance of university faculty and guest conductors. The camp concludes with a public concert showcasing all ensembles. Students are placed in an appropriate ensemble level after a short audition during check-in, so each camper is challenged and supported.
This camp features four ensemble tracks to ensure each student is challenged appropriately:
Middle (6-8) and high school (9-12) band students (woodwind, brass, and percussion) who want to improve musicianship, technique, and ensemble skills in a motivating environment.
Check-in will be scheduled between 1:00pm-4:00 pm on Sunday (the first day of camp). Camp begins at 5:00 pm, and Meals begin with dinner on Sunday.
All camp balances must be paid in full by May 17
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Make School and Band Parent Association checks payable to: Carson-Newman University Music Department, and send to:
Carson-Newman Summer Music Camps Attn: Ashby Goldstein 2130 Branner Avenue C-N Box 72048 Jefferson City, TN 37760
7:15am Breakfast 8:00am Full ensemble rehearsal 10:00am Sectionals 11:30am Lunch 1:00pm Electives 2:00pm Full ensemble rehearsal 4:30pm Break 5:00pm Dinner 6:00pm Evening rehearsal (masterclass / rehearsal / recreation) 7:00pm Break 7:30pm Evening Activity (faculty recital, pool time, outdoor games, karaoke, etc) 9:30pm Day campers check out (Tarr Music Center office)
Students will complete a brief placement audition upon arrival to determine ensemble seating. No pre-recorded audition is required.
Overnight campers stay in Carson-Newman residence halls in traditional double-occupancy rooms. Roommate requests are honored when possible; if a preferred roommate is not listed, assignments are made based on age, school, and/or camp division. Private rooms are not available.
All overnight campers are assigned a counselor—trained college students who support daily camp activities and live in the residence halls to supervise students.
After registration is received, a detailed camp handbook will be sent with information on check-in, check-out, housing, food, seating placement, campus maps, and a comprehensive list of what to bring.
Classes generally run from 8:00am-11:30am, 12:30-4:30pm, 6:00-9:00pm. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the camp Pricing. Students should check in at the cafeteria between 7:00-7:30am and check out at the Tarr Music Center Music Camp Office at 9:30 pm nightly.
The Concert Camp Final Concert will take place at 7:00 p.m. in Gentry Auditorium. All camp bands will perform, showcasing the music and progress achieved throughout the week. Families, friends, and guests are welcome to attend and celebrate our students’ work and growth.
Until April 30 (Before May 1) C-N SMC will refund paid fees above the $100 non-refundable deposit.
Starting May 1 C-N SMC will retain 100% of all fees – no refunds.
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For more information, please email musiccamps@cn.edu
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