Summer Music Camp
*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 08/23/2024
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WHO
Ages 7 to 14 as participants, and ages 15 and up as Leaders in Training (LIT). No experience needed. All levels welcome!
WHEN
9 am to 4 pm daily. Before and after care available from 8:30 to 9:00 am and 4:00 to 4:30 pm. This camp is 2 weeks from August 12-23, 2024.
COST
$450 for two full weeks ($500 as of July 1). A $50 deposit reserves your spot.
Sibling discounts and financial scholarships are available for those in need. Contact us for details.
WHERE
Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road Toronto, ON M9A 1G9
Dundas and Burnhamthorpe, close to Islington Subway Station.
CONTACT
If you still have questions, contact Camp Director, Brianna Coutlee: 416-239-1131 x 224 or families@islingtonunited.org and read about our programs below.
MUSIC APPRECIATION PROGRAM
Ages 7-8
In the Music Appreciation Program, campers will sing, dance, and play instruments as they discover music together. Campers will learn about rhythm, the basics of musical notation, choral singing, and more.
BAND PROGRAM
Ages 9-14
In the Band Program, campers will select a band instrument (woodwind, brass or percussion) to learn and play as an ensemble. Campers will be divided between a beginner or intermediate section depending on their skill level and learn to read music, practice technique for their instrument, and perform together at the end of camp concert. Campers are welcome to bring their instruments home to practice each evening.
LEADER IN TRAINING PROGRAM
Ages 15-18
In the Leader in Training program, students entering grade 10 or older will have the opportunity to participate in the band program while also learning to become camp leaders. LITs will spend time with their mentors building skills in leadership, assisting in leading programs, and working as a team support our leaders and campers. LITs can earn volunteer hours for their time in the program. There is a $100 fee that covers snacks, supplies, instrument rental, trip fees, and shirts for our LITs.
ELECTIVES
Each camper will select 2 elective activities to be a part of. They will participate in these activities every day for the 2 weeks. These electives include the option of additional music experiences such as musical theatre, ukulele, recorder ensemble, or hand chimes, in which they will work towards another performance piece for our concert. There will also be options for those who need a break from music to engaged in other enjoyable activities such as board games, nature club, or team sports.
ROTATIONS
Campers may choose between the Sports rotation or Arts rotation for the week. In these activities, campers will have the chance to learn different team sports and games, or create art pieces over the week. Campers can switch to the other rotation if they choose on the second week.
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