Course - Minneapolis - Summer 2026
Brass Camp – Minneapolis: June 29-July 2
Dive into the vibrant world of brass music at Brass Camp, a four-day camp designed for brass players of all skill levels and instruments, including trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium (baritone), and tuba. This immersive experience celebrates the power and versatility of brass ensemble music, fostering skill development, collaboration, and musical expression.
Camp highlights include:
- Ensemble Rehearsals – Collaborate with fellow brass musicians, preparing to premiere a brand-new piece written especially for the ensemble members’ unique abilities.
- Skill Building – Enhance techniques like tone production, rhythm, and intonation through a new composition meticulously tailored to the ensemble’s beginner*, intermediate, and advanced players.
- Music Interpretation – Explore the structure and emotion of music as the camp’s conductor/composer joins you in bringing his new composition to life.
- End-of-Camp Performance – Showcase your progress for friends and family during Thursday’s climactic world premiere performance!
Whether you’re a beginning* brass player or honing your ensemble skills, Brass Camp offers a supportive and energetic environment to grow as a musician. Join us for four days of discovery, camaraderie, and unforgettable music!
*Minimum one school year of ensemble experience or lessons required. Minimum age of 10 (exceptions possible).
June 29-July 2: Monday-Thursday 10:00am-12:30pm
| Mon, Jun 29, 2026 | 10:00 AM | 2.5 hours |
| Tue, Jun 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM | 2.5 hours |
| Wed, Jul 1, 2026 | 10:00 AM | 2.5 hours |
| Thu, Jul 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM | 2.5 hours |
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Course Details
| Semester: | Summer 2026 |
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| Register by: | 2026-06-18 |
| Starts: | 2026-06-29 |
| Ends: | 2026-07-02 |
| Location: | Minneapolis |
| Age Range: | 10 years - 18 years |
| Course Type: | Camp |
| Department: | Group Instruction |
| Program Method: | Summer Camps |
| Categories: | Camps, Wind/Brass/Percussion |
| Program: | Camps |
| Topics: | Performance & Ensemble Training, Skill-Building |
| Instruments: | Trumpet/Cornet, Trombone, Tuba, French Horn, Baritone/Euphonium |
