French Woods offers summer camp programs in dance, theater, music, circus, magic, visual arts, sports, and horseback riding programs. Each child, works with our staff to design his or her own unique summer experience. Campers are able to focus on one particular area of interest, or they may choose to select a variety of activities. We are at the same time, a theater camp, an art camp, a dance camp, a circus camp, a horseback riding camp, a sports camp, a magic camp, and a camp that offers all the traditional camp activites, with world class programs that each child can choose a-la-cart.

French Woods is located on a private lake in the western Catskill mountains of New York State near the Delaware river and the Pennsylvania Border. The camp is approximately two and a half hours from New York City between Monticello and Binghamton.

Long Lake Camp offers a unique combination of incredible opportunities in performing arts, fine arts, music, dance, watersports and traditional camp fun. Our staff are passionate artisans and tremendous counselors who love to work with your children and promote a fun and exciting way of delivering their specialties. At Long Lake you can act sing dance swim and fly the in the circus. All in one day! Our approach is to friendly and trwt each camper as an individual who chooses their day and activities they will take part in.

For Middle School and High School Students

Music Improv Camp

August 6-10- Personalized group and individualized instruction for beginning and advanced improvisers

- Students compose, arrange, conduct and improv original compositions

- Group jam sessions with student and professional musicians and Gala Improv concert

- Perform with SPIRIT, the Improv Ensemble

- The Blues Workshop; "Making your own CD"; - NEW! Arranging, theory and advanced Improv for the more experienced

- The World of Improv featuring Klezmer, Raga and Hip-Hop, Jazz, Rock, Classical and Eastern music

- Lehman College Campus Parade- Five Minutes of Fame - Solo and Bands in the Spotlight

- Some Scholarships available

Experience New York City like a New Yorker at the 92nd Street Y's Passport NYC. Join other teens entering 9th-12th grades, for an amazing sleepaway camp experience.

The Music Industry, Film, Culinary Arts, Fashion, & Musical Theater

Learn from NYC's top creative talent, experience New York culture and perform not-so-random acts of kindness. Learn how you can make a difference while making friends from all over the world, in a totally cool, totally New York environment.

Dates:
Session 1: Sunday, July 1 - Sunday, July 22, 2012
Session 2: Sunday, July 29 - Sunday, August 19, 2012

Choose from five exciting specialties and earn up to 30 hours of community service credit! Campers will be living in the 92nd Street Y’s Residence on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, working and playing 5-8 hours a day in their chosen specialty and experiencing the best that NYC has to offer. Space is Limited

Parents and kids are raving about Beyond Rock, a one-of-a-kind summer program in Garden City, NY where 7-17 year olds of all ability levels have a blast playing in rock bands and learning music skills.

The program develops young musicians both technically and artistically and is driven by a philosophy that goes way beyond music. “Nothing builds confidence like an actual experience,” says founder and director Maria Sarro, “We help kids go beyond their fears with lot’s of support and fun. Parents have repeatedly told me they can’t believe the difference in their child.”

During the value-packed two-week program, kids learn vocal and instrument technique, songwriting, multi-track recording, stage presence/performing skills, sound systems, MIDI piano keyboards, music software, and more from top notch certified teachers and industry professionals. All of this is balanced with theater and music improvisation and play to keep the creativity flowing, to help kids listen and work together, and, most of all, to have fun! Maria feels that a well-rounded music education offers time to explore music without trying to sound or look good in addition to building solid technique and knowledge.

While one parent was amazed at what her daughter was able to do in two weeks with no prior lessons, another parent said the program helped her son see why he’s been taking lessons all of these years.

Then there’s the concert – a real rock concert with professional lights and sound at the famous Mulcahy’s Music Club. Says one parent, “My son was a whole different person on stage! The family saw a hidden talent emerge, nurtured by Beyond Rock.” Another parent states, “For years my son suffered with stage fright. I was shocked when he spoke into the microphone in front of everyone and played drums on stage.”

For a truly life changing experience this summer, check out Beyond Rock!

The Kids Creative Summer Camp is a fun, creative, award-winning day camp where kids' imaginations thrive and all ideas are good. Our camp centers on the creation of an original musical play. Activities include:
-Story telling and brainstorming
-Music, theater and art
-Games, sports and sprinklers in the park
-Field trips

The summer culminates with performances of the original productions for friends and family.

6-Week Programs:
Create-A-Tale: Grades K-1
Create-A-Play: Grades 2-5
Create-A-Dream: Grades 6-8

2-Week Programs:
Create-A-Play Express: Grades 2-5

Designed for students with a genuine desire to develop their theatre performance skills, Wingspan Arts Conservatory Programs offer pre-professional training for teens, and creative theatre classes for younger students

ELEMENTARY PROGRAM:
SUMMER MUSICAL MANIA 2012!

Kids K-4th grade create their own musical in each one of our summer sessions- Sing, Act, Dance, Create Sets, Props and Costumes and HAVE FUN!

Session 1: July 2-July 20, Session 2: July 23- August 3

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS:

Wingspan Arts Summer Conservatory is a TUITION-FREE theatre conservatory. Using a variety of activities as well as classes taught by industry professionals, students learn the skills required to become accomplished actors, vocalists and theatre artists. Serving all students from talented beginners to experienced professional kids, Wingspan Arts Conservatory manages to strike a balance between fun and learning that keeps our students coming back year after year.

All slots in the program are available by audition only.

THE WINGSPAN PLAYERS: Musical Theatre Incoming 6th-8th graders5 weeks: July 2nd - August 4th 9-4:30 Mon-Thurs / 9-1 Fri
We believe that the best way for young artists to learn theatre is by combining class work and production; mornings of rehearsal are followed by afternoons full of acting, voice, dance and other performing arts Master Classes. In production: Students will rehearse and perform a full classic
musical theatre piece.

THE WINGSPAN ENSEMBLE: Theatre Incoming 9th-12th graders 6 weeks: July 2nd - August 12th 10-5 Mon-Thurs / 10-1 Fri
The Wingspan Ensemble is a select group of high school students who love theatre and look forward to exploring meatier, more challenging work. Ensemble classes are more specialized and challenging than those offered to the Wingspan Players.
The goal of the Ensemble is to stretch our actors to create exciting work. In production: Theatre students focus on less frequently produced plays and musicals

Our camp offers a full day program to children ages 2 1/2 - 15. Our variety of activities keep children busy and active, providing the opportunity to experience every aspect of interest. Our devoted staff come from around the world with enthusiasm and excitement for a fun camp in a safe environment.

Want to learn to milk goats and make feta cheese? Snack on cherry tomatoes and raspberries from your bunk-side garden? Hand-harvest wheat from our on-site organic farm, collect eggs, make a clay oven... and bake truly home-made challah? Live in a thriving, inspired, down-to-earth Jewish community and make friends who also get excited at learning to play guitar and drums, getting to know local wild edibles, botany, ecology, geology, animal-tracking and more, building fires and fort villages in the woods, creating homegrown art, dance and music, sailing, boating, swimming, sports and so much more?

Want to spend the summer having a blast while creating positive change in the world?

Eden Village Camp is a unique non-profit Jewish environmental overnight camp, supporting 3rd-12th-grade girls and boys in gaining leadership and outdoor living skills, and awakening their sense of connectedness, purpose and joy.

Located 50 miles north of NYC and touching the Appalachian Trail, the beautiful 248-acre camp brings an innovative environmental program to the best of traditional camp. The experience includes organic farming, outstanding organic Kosher food, animal care, wilderness adventure, natural science, a zero-waste goal, pool & lake, biking, climbing, music, arts, sports, service projects, amazing staff, culture of kindness... all in a vibrant Jewish community!

Our campers have fun while deepening their understanding and appreciation for themselves, their communities, their Judaism, and the natural systems that sustain us.

Eden Village Camp aims to be a living model of a thriving, sustainable Jewish community, grounded in social responsibility and inspired Jewish spiritual life. By bringing the wisdom of our tradition to the environmental, social, and personal issues important to today’s young people, we practice a Judaism that is substantive and relevant. Through our Jewish environmental and service-learning curricula, joyful Shabbat observance, pluralistic Jewish expression, and inspiring, diverse staff role models, we foster our campers’ positive Jewish identity and genuine commitment to tikkun olam (healing the world).

Our 1:3 staff:camper ratio and gifted, kid-specialist bunk counselors ensure focus on the needs of each camper. Our specialists are professionals in their field. Eden Village Camp adheres to, and often exceeds, industry standards for health, safety and hygiene, and Directors Yoni and Vivian Stadlin bring a wealth of camp experience to Eden Village Camp.

Great scholarships and incentives are available. Yoni and Vivian would love to hear from you at (877) 397-3336 (EDEN)!

INVITING ADVANCED YOUNG TALENT!

NYC Musical Theater Winter & Summer Intensives for children and teens who are promising young performing artists (ages 10-14 & 15-21). Study with Broadway performers and TONY AWARD WINNERS in our midtown Manhattan studios.

Monthly One Day Master Classes with Broadway Stars! (Year round)

Musical Theater WINTER Intensive:
February 14th-16th, 2009 (President's Day Weekend)

Musical Theater SUMMER Intensive:
3 SUMMER SESSIONS:
A) July 18th- July 20th, 2009 (3 Day)
B) July 26th- July 30th, 2009 (5 Day)
C) August 2nd- August 8th, 2009 (7 Day)
or
COMBINED SESSIONS
July 26th- August 8th, 2009 (2 weeks)

Also offering Monthly Master Classes &
Private Coachings with Broadway Professionals!



•Choose from Master Classes taught by Broadway artists!

•Learn choreography and repertoire from current and upcoming Broadway shows!

•Attend industry forums with top NYC casting directors and agents!

•Interact with Tony Award® winners!

•Attend a Broadway Show!

•Perform in a Final Showcase on an off-Broadway Stage!


Broadway Artists Alliance provides professional level training in the musical theatre arts for promising young artists by affording them the opportunity to study with current Broadway performers and directors who will challenge their development. Broadway Artists Alliance is designed to develop the triple threat performer.

Our working theatre professionals challenge Summer & Winter Intensive participants to surpass the level at which they are currently performing, through workshops, master classes and final showcase rehearsals. Instruction and coaching will be offered in vocal technique and performance, song interpretation, monologue work, scene study, audition technique, as well as intensive work in ballet, tap, jazz and musical theatre repertoire.

Participants in our winter and summer intensives will be studying with New York's most prominent Broadway dancers, music directors, choreographers, coaches, and directors. 2005 and 2006 guest speakers and Master Class instructors featured Tony® Award-winners Sutton Foster, Beth Leavel, and Jason Robert Brown.

Students travel from all over the US as well as overseas to study and stay in the heart of Times Square in New York City!

Participation is selective and enrollment is limited. Applications are now being accepted for Fall, Winter, and Summer 2008-2009!



Apply now for your chance to be a part of New York City's LEADING Musical Theatre Intensive!

Last year was a blast for the kids, parents and Terry and myself.
This year the camp takes place at Anjel Blue Studios in Nyack.
Air conditioning provided:)
Bands will be form according to age, style and ability.
Five days to learn and perform songs! Live performance at the Turning Point on Sat 8/6
Don't miss out of a week of fun and learning!
Any questions, contact Brian

Benefits of playing in a band include making new friends, building confidence musically and personally, developing musical communication skills, improving music rhythm and having a fun time.

All students will learn how to communicate and interact with each other, listen in a band setting, develop time feel, song forms, rehearsal techniques, stage presence, operate equipment and team work.
 
This is one week of FUN work.

The bands work towards a performance on the weekend, Saturday at The Turning Point
**Looking to fill 4 band sessions, so space is limited. 
Multiple guitars/keys/vocals can be in bands. 

Our two week composition and recording camps allow students to learn music through playing in a real band. Our students compose and record in our in house studio with guidance from our amazing staff. In the mornings they learn cover songs and play them live right away. In the afternoon we divide them into bands where they will write lyrics, riffs and progressions together. During the second week they spend most of their time in our in-house studio with an engineer who will offer them time behind the mixing board in addition to recording their original composition. On the final day of camp students have a performance at our school for friends and family and get to leave with a CD of their recording.

The New York Summer Music Festival returns for another incredible summer of musical opportunities and challenges at SUNY Oneonta!

Offering more than 50 ensembles & classes, NYSMF gives its talented students the chance to perform in and enjoy more than 30 high-level concerts every summer. Campers work daily one-on-one with our top faculty from Juilliard, Curtis, the Manhattan School of Music, the NY Pops Orchestra, and many more top musical institutions.

NYSMF students are also provided with opportunities to study with such acclaimed visiting artists as: Pamela Frank, Ida Kavafian and Aaron Rosand; world-renowned violinists; Richard Woodhams, principal oboe of the Philadelphia Orchestra; Anthony McGill, principal clarinet of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; Jeanne Baxtresser, former principal flute of the New York Philharmonic; Peter Bond of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, trumpet; Harold Robinson, principal bass of the Philadelphia Orchestra; Peter Wiley of the Guarneri String Quartet, and many others.

Student study extensively in many areas of instruction, including: Orchestras and bands for instrumentalists; Choral ensembles and original music theatre projects for vocalists; Composition workshops; A number of jazz classes and ensembles for those who desire intensive jazz training, and; Classes introducing new instruments, such as beginning piano and beginning guitar.

In addition to supplemental classes spanning a wide range of ability levels and interests in areas of: music history, theory, computer technology in music, filmmaking, jazz improvisation, and many others!

• NYSMF is for students ages 11-25
• Students may attend for 2, 4, or 6 weeks

Open to instrumental music students currently enrolled in grades 9 through 12, the 22nd Annual Fredonia Summer Music Festival offers a friendly and relaxed setting for musical growth through performance of large ensemble and chamber music.

Set on the beautiful campus of SUNY Fredonia and housed in the university's School of Music, the Fredonia Summer Music Festival takes advantage of the campus' first-rate facilities and world-class teachers. Many of the festival faculty are also professors at the university. Outstanding performers and teachers provide unique opportunities for learning, improving technical skills and expanding musicality. In addition to band rehearsals, chamber ensembles and jazz groups, students will attend daily musicianship classes, participate in master classes, attend special evening performances, and have time for individual practice and recreation.

The Wind Symphony will once again be directed by Dr. Martin Seggelke, Director of Wind Ensembles at San Francisco State University. Prior to his appointment at SFSU, he was conductor of the University of Minnesota-Morris Wind Ensembles and Professor of Conducting and Clarinet. He also has taught conducting at the Eastman School of Music and served as Assistant to the Director of the Eastman Wind Ensemble and Eastman Wind Orchestra. Seggelke holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Conducting from the Eastman School of Music and a Master of Music in Conducting at SUNY Fredonia.

The Fredonia Summer Music Festival is an exceptional value. We intentionally keep our tuition and fees as low as possible to make this outstanding musical experience available to everyone. Tuition and fees include: ensemble participation, all instruction (theory, musicianship, composition, etc), attendance at professional music performances and master classes, daily recreation, all meals and housing, and a camp t-shirt. Limited scholarships are available for instruments as specified on the tuition page. Families in financial need are strongly urged to request funding in writing from your local school, religious organization, or other charitable organizations (Rotary, Lions, etc) for other possible financial support.

For beginners to advanced musicians ages 8-15. If you never played an instrument, this is a fun and interactive way to get a jump-start. If you’re an experienced player, it’s your chance to study with the best musicians in town and perform in a band. Campers choose from guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, vocals or horns and learn from our professional teachers in a friendly and creative curriculum-based environment.

Camp hours are Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM. During the week campers will:

o Develop creativity
o Improve musicianship
o Gain confidence in performing
o Learn teamwork skills
o Build self-esteem
o Aspire to further develop their musical skills
o Participate in a Friday Night Concert for family and friends
o Every concert is recorded and each camper receives a CD or MP3 file at the end of the summer.

For a free brochure call us 1-800-295-5956 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM (EST). Our office staff will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

DayJams has 21 locations nationwide! If you'd like to register please select the location nearest you.

Alexandria, VA
Baltimore, MD (Brooklandville)
Boston, MA (Newton)
Medford, MA
Des Plaines, IL
Winnetka, IL
Farmington Hills, MI
Houston, TX
Las Vegas, NV (Summerlin)
Westbury, NY (Long Island)
Los Angeles
Manhattan
Pasadena, CA
Philadelphia, PA (Chestnut Hill)
Rockville, MD
San Diego, CA (La Jolla)
San Fernando Valley, CA (Winnetka)
San Francisco, CA (Belmont)
Seattle, WA (Bellveue)
St. Paul, MN
Westchester, NY (Hartsdale)

Hartwick College Summer Music Festival is a music school for students ages 12-22. The camp runs for two weeks, two one week sessions, July 17-23 and July 24-30th 2011. Our Festival is geared towards music students of all levels. They will have the opportunity to take music classes, perform in large and small ensembles and participate in organized recreation time. Master Classes are given weekly by world renowned guest artists in all instrument families. Evening activities consist of concerts and fun activities. Each student designs his or her own schedule with the help of a faculty member when students arrive. Students enroll in music classes (Theory, History, Computer Music, etc.) small and large ensembles(Bands, Choirs, Orchestras, Jazz big bands, and combos), music theater and recreation activities. We offer many varied music classes and large ensembles in both Jazz and classical styles. Students stay in college dorm rooms with two students per room, and 20-25 students per floor. Students are supervised by counselors ages 18-27 and are taught by professional musicians and college professors.

THEATRE ARTS CENTER /SUMMER 2011
MUSICAL THEATRE & DANCE, AGES 7-19 &
TEEN ACTING ENSEMBLE

Broadway quality in a suburban campus atmosphere. Celebrating ten years in NYC. A "serious fun" program for talented 7-19 year-old students looking for a unique performing arts experience! Musical Theatre, Dance and a Teen Acting Ensemble. Five performance companies by age & ability. In residence at the Professional Performing Arts Center at Queensborough Community College! NEW Fifth Week Cabaret Workshop. A professional environment allows students to grow their skills, discover their talents, work with Broadway professionals and perform. A full day of theatre arts. If you want to be in show biz or want to learn what it is all about, then this is the workshop for you. Great prep for performing arts high schools, conservatories, colleges, and for those auditioning for school shows and more. Includes classes such as acting, musical theatre, voice, dance, on-camera, mime, comedy improvisation, audition technique, and more. Classes are conducted by industry professionals from Broadway, Regional Theatre, Film & TV. See a sampling of the professionals you will be working with on the Web site. Includes student performances in a fully staged, sell-out, song and dance revue on a professional stage. Teen Drama will also perform their own production at the Shadow Box Theatre. Full day, four-week program. 2011 dates: Teen Acting Ensemble June 27-July 24. Musical Theatre July 5 - 31. Teen Audition Workshop option Aug. 1-5 Convenient suburban Queens location. Cafeteria. Theatre Arts Center is celebrating ten years in NYC. Robert Laconi and Kristine Lewis, Artistic Directors. The 2010 Workshop was sold out, so call at your earliest convenience. Call 718-595-2905 for an open house/audition schedule. Acceptance by audition only. Out of town applicants may submit a video tape audition. Call or email for details.
(NO HOUSING)

Shea's Performing Arts Center presents CAMP BROADWAY. The five-day performing arts summer, day camp is directed by Broadway theatre professionals who provide instruction in voice, acting, and dance to children between the ages of 10-17. All camp activities take place at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, NY.

Choosing a summer performing arts program for your child is a very personal decision and involves the collaboration of parent and child together. We have included the following information to help you better understand our program.

CAMP BROADWAY is a theater arts education and audience development company based in New York City. CAMP BROADWAY is committed to making the performing arts accessible to children and teens by connecting theater professionals with young artists in original and creative ways. Our five-day performing arts program is the highlight of our year when theatre-loving kids are introduced to all aspects of Broadway in a professional, interactive, theatrical environment.

CAMP BROADWAY's summer program includes instruction in voice, acting, dance, movement and solo and ensemble singing while learning and rehearsing dialogue, musical numbers and dance routines for a featured Broadway musical of the week. It also includes our own Gypsy Showcase, which requires our campers to work together as a team to create an original theatrical piece that showcases both their inventiveness and individual talents. The week program culminates in the Family Finale, a final presentation for family and friends.

As is our tradition, the program will be filled with special surprises including a backstage tour of Shea's Performing Arts Center. Your child also receives an "official" T-shirt and a Broadway gift bag fit for a star.


Tuition for Camp Broadway is $550. An initial deposit of $275.00 is required with registration. The final balance is due before the start date of the camp.

For more information about Shea's Camp Broadway, call Shea's at (716)829-1152.

Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts, has introduced over 40,000 young people from the Greater New York area to the visual and performing arts, as well as nature and ecology, for over 40 years. Many have gone on to careers in the arts, and alumni include Mariah Carey, Jane Monheit and Natalie Portman. Time Magazine called it "One of the most unique camps in America."

Located on the Colgate University campus in Hamilton, NY ("The #1 most beautiful campus in the country" - The Princeton Review ). June 24-July 21, 2012. Ages 10-18. 2, 3 or 4-week sessions. 37th Season. Opportunities to pursue musical studies (all levels) through individual, class and group instruction and to perform a wide range of instrumental and choral works in ensemble and concert. More than one instrument/voice can be studied. Orchestra, chamber ensemble, concert band, wind ensemble, jazz ensembles, jazz combos; ensembles (all areas), concert choir, vocal jazz, madrigal choir, men’s and women’s choir, studio orchestra (strings with jazz), voice, all instruments including guitar, harp, piano and organ, private lessons. Classes in: Theory (3 levels), Harmony, Composition-Arranging, Improvisation and Conducting; weekly concerts & recitals, guest artists, master classes, workshops & recreation. Certified by NY State Dept. of Health