Applications open March 1, 2027
Encore Summer Music Camp
Our goal is for students to enjoy making music with their peers, develop ensemble playing skills, and be inspired to continue on their musical journey! Our professional and experienced teaching staff hope to encourage and support students in their music studies.
Strings and Piano
Ages
7 years + (Grade 2 in Fall)
Skill level
Beginner to RCM Level 8
Instruments
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass and Piano
Prerequisite
- One year of private music lessons on instrument
- Able to read or follow musical notation, use of teaching aids like finger numbers and letters is acceptable
- Support from family and private teacher to prepare music for camp as necessary
Musical Theatre
NEW! Campers will have Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre classes, as well as other general music classes.
Ages
Junior: 9 years + (Grade 5 in Fall)
Senior: 12 years +
Prerequisite
- Interest in singing and stage performing, no formal training is required
Dates & Location
Winkler Elementary School
July 5-8, 2027 (Monday - Thursday)
9:00 - 3:30 daily
Early Bird Opens: March 1 2027
Early Bird Deadline: April 15, 2027
Application Deadline: April 30 2027*
Acceptance Letters Sent: May 5 2027
*Late applications will not be accepted.
Concert Schedule
Faculty Concert
Wednesday, 6:30PM
Student Farewell Concert
Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00PM
Application Process
Step 1: Fill in the Application Form
Step 2: Wait for official Acceptance Confirmation via Email May 5
Step 3: Submit payment
Cost
First Camper
Early Bird: $370
Regular: $410
Additional Camper (discounted)
Early Bird: $330
Regular: $370
Student Teachers
Advanced strings and piano students, studying Gr. 9 RCM or higher, are invited to participate as teacher assistants, support players, and continuing learners. Please contact us for more information, we'd love to have you join us!
Contact: encore.dksm@gmail.com
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What to Expect
After your registration is completed, you will receive sheet music to prepare for camp. Our hope is that students can get a head start on learning their music so that they can feel better prepared for instruction and the final performance at the end of the week.
Our camp days start all together to play some games and hear some great music from our faculty! Then we break off into small groups for a variety of classes for strings, piano or musical theatre. A mid-morning snack of cookies and fruit will be provided. Outdoor free time will happen during snack and lunch hour. We will end the week with a BBQ and performance showcasing the music campers worked on.
Classes for All Students
Choir
Percussion
Art
Composition
Classes for Strings
Orchestra
Sectionals
Fiddling
Cello Ensemble
Classes for Pianists
4 Hands Ensemble
Theory
Classes for Musical Theatre
Drama
Dance
Musical Theatre
Encore Faculty
Stayed tuned to see the great staff for 2027!
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2027 Faculty Announced Soon!
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