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Since 1952, the ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ú Summer Music Camp has been a tradition for student musicians across ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ú and the surrounding region. Campers study with UM School of Music faculty, guest artists, and outstanding college counselors while making music with other motivated students.

Whether you are an all-state musician, exploring a new musical interest, or simply love playing music, UM Summer Music Camp offers a welcoming and inspiring environment.

2026 Music Camps

Who can attend:
Student musicians entering 7th grade through recent high school graduates.

Younger string students (grades 1–7) should register through the Missoula Symphony Association.

Camp Experiences

Piano Camp

• Intensive piano study focused on improving musicianship and performance skills
• Theory, composition, jazz, and ensemble playing experiences
• Masterclasses and workshops with ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ú faculty
• Faculty and student recitals throughout the week

Band Camp

• Concert Band
• Chamber music
• Masterclasses with faculty and guest artists
• Exploratory classes
  • World Music
  • Pop Music
  • Junkyard Instruments
  • Jazz Band
  • Reed Making
• Faculty Performances

String Camp

• Orchestra
• Masterclasses
• Chamber music OR exploratory classes
• Faculty Performances

Jazz Camp

• 5 Big bands
• 7 Small groups
• 7 Theory and improvisation classes
• Masterclasses and listening sessions on each instrument
• Faculty Performances

Camp Housing Options

Commuter Camp – 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM

Commuter tuition includes:

• Camp instruction and ensemble participation
• Lunch and dinner included
• Camp t-shirt
• Daily camp performances and activities

Meals are served at the award-winning UM Lodge Dining Center.

Resident Overnight Camp

Resident tuition includes:

• Camp instruction and ensemble participation
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
• Camp t-shirt
• Daily camp performances and activities
• Campus housing
• Supervision by trained college counselors

Residents stay in a UM residence hall. One counselor is assigned for approximately every ten campers. Students are housed on separate floors by gender with enforced curfews.

Private Lessons

Private lessons with camp faculty may be scheduled at Sunday check-in.

Private Lesson Cost: $25 (cash only)

Due to overwhelming demand, lessons are typically limited to one per week. Students are encouraged to bring solo or ensemble music.

More Details to come

Once registered, more detailed information will be sent out

• Daily schedule/activities
• What to bring
• Dorm information
• Commuter information
• Concert information

For specific questions regarding registration, please contact camp directors below.

Piano Camp: Christopher Hahn

Band Camp: David Stewart

String Camp: Margaret Baldridge

Jazz Camp: Rob Tapper