Update 4.27.20
Welcome to the UGA Summer Music Camp website. The 2020 in-person Summer Music Institute has been cancelled due to the COVID19 pandemic, but we are providing a modified version of the camp during the dates of June 8-11, 2020. More information about the Summer Music Camp Online can be found on the following website.
Posted 4.10.20
Dear Campers and Parents,
During this uncertain time, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents has mandated that all summer teaching and special events are online or cancelled for Summer 2020. Due to this mandate, the on-campus University of Georgia Summer Music Camp, Summer Music Institute, and Summer Marching Band Camp programs are cancelled. The health and safety of our campers, parents, staff, and faculty are a priority we must seriously attend to. Campers who are currently enrolled will receive a full refund. We ask for your patience as we begin the process, and please know that we are working hard to issue refunds as quickly as possible. Also, students who have already applied to the Summer Music Institute will not be receiving any acceptance decisions as a result of its cancellation. We appreciate the work and time that you have put into your Institute applications and we thank you for your understanding.
The UGA Summer Music Camp will provide opportunities for online music learning through masterclasses, elective classes (choice of one), and optional private lessons from our nationally and internationally acclaimed faculty. Our online classroom options for high school students include the following: Music Theory, Appalachian Folk Music History, Conducting, Jazz Improv, Composition, and Arranging. Middle school classes will include masterclasses and musicianship classes as well as the choice to have an optional private lesson. This will be for four days (June 8-11) during the regularly scheduled Summer Music Camp week.
As we move forward, our staff will keep you informed of detailed class offerings and adjusted fees associated with this online approach. We thank you for your continued dedication to and participation in our summer camp programs and look forward to providing the best opportunities for our campers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Dr. Skip Taylor
Director, Summer Music Camps
Welcome to the UGA Summer Music Camp website. The 2020 in-person Summer Music Institute has been cancelled due to the COVID19 pandemic, but we are providing a modified version of the camp during the dates of June 8-11, 2020. More information about the Summer Music Camp Online can be found on the following website.
Posted 4.10.20
Dear Campers and Parents,
During this uncertain time, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents has mandated that all summer teaching and special events are online or cancelled for Summer 2020. Due to this mandate, the on-campus University of Georgia Summer Music Camp, Summer Music Institute, and Summer Marching Band Camp programs are cancelled. The health and safety of our campers, parents, staff, and faculty are a priority we must seriously attend to. Campers who are currently enrolled will receive a full refund. We ask for your patience as we begin the process, and please know that we are working hard to issue refunds as quickly as possible. Also, students who have already applied to the Summer Music Institute will not be receiving any acceptance decisions as a result of its cancellation. We appreciate the work and time that you have put into your Institute applications and we thank you for your understanding.
The UGA Summer Music Camp will provide opportunities for online music learning through masterclasses, elective classes (choice of one), and optional private lessons from our nationally and internationally acclaimed faculty. Our online classroom options for high school students include the following: Music Theory, Appalachian Folk Music History, Conducting, Jazz Improv, Composition, and Arranging. Middle school classes will include masterclasses and musicianship classes as well as the choice to have an optional private lesson. This will be for four days (June 8-11) during the regularly scheduled Summer Music Camp week.
As we move forward, our staff will keep you informed of detailed class offerings and adjusted fees associated with this online approach. We thank you for your continued dedication to and participation in our summer camp programs and look forward to providing the best opportunities for our campers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Dr. Skip Taylor
Director, Summer Music Camps
About the Institute
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UGA's Summer Music Institute boasts a performance-intensive curriculum serving advanced students who are seriously considering music as a major area of study in college. All Summer Music Institute participants will perform in a chamber ensemble coached by Institute faculty. Students will also enjoy numerous lectures and laboratory exercises which are designed for the advanced musician. Concentrations include chorus, band, orchestra, and piano.
Several criteria are at play in the selection of the most serious musicians for the Summer Music Institute. Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors will be considered for the experience. Musicians who have been selected as members of All-State Band, Orchestra, Choir, or Jazz Band; Governor’s Schools; regional youth orchestras; and Wind ensembles will receive strong consideration for acceptance into the Summer Music Institute. Auditions
Students will be considered based upon faculty evaluation of a recorded audition. The recording should include a lyrical and a technical selection of the applicant's choice. Recordings may be audio-only or video, and may be emailed to smcamp@uga.edu (attached files for audio (please include the camper's name in the file name), or YouTube links for video).
Additionally, a recommendation letter from either the student's school music director or their private teacher must be submitted by the application deadline. Letters may be emailed to smcamp@uga.edu (please attach as a PDF file with recommender's signature) or sent via postal mail. Tuition & Fees
Tuition
Private Lessons (Optional)
Private lessons with Hugh Hodgson School of Music faculty are optional. If desired, add the appropriate fee for one or two lessons to the base cost of tuition.
Ensembles & Faculty
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June 7-11, 2020April 15, 2020
Application Deadline May 1, 2020 Acceptance Notification June 7, 2020 Institute Registration June 11, 2020 Final Concerts Application
Information Packet
Age Requirements
All Institute participants must be rising 10th graders or older.
Questions?
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Schedule of Events
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Below is a brief outline of the schedule during the UGA Summer Music Institute. The outline illustrates the class periods particularly for the band, orchestra, and chorus students. Pianists and guitarists will follow a similar class schedule, but will have classes instead of large ensemble rehearsals.
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Apply Now
We can't wait to have you on board for this summer's experience! Apply online, or download and submit the paper application to our office. The entire application, including required forms and fees, must be submitted by the deadline.
Required Forms
Safety first! As a part of your application, we will need some medical information, the consent of your parent or guardian, and some other important details required by UGA policy. Please complete and submit all the documents in the PDF packet below. (Please note that the Medication Authorization Form included in the packet is required; if you do not take any routine medication, indicate that.)
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Please save the file as a PDF and email as an attachment if you would like to electronically submit the form.
This form works best when you download it and complete it in Adobe Reader!
This form works best when you download it and complete it in Adobe Reader!
You may submit your completed packet to our office using any of the following methods:
- Electronic Submission Please save the file as a PDF and email as an attachment if you would like to electronically submit the form.
- Email smcamp@uga.edu
- Fax (706) 542-0846
- Postal Mail
