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Choir Camp

Hit the high notes this summer!
June 10-15, 2024

Choir Camp is for rising 7th - 12th graders

Welcome to the Summer at the Scheidt Choir Camp – the ultimate destination for choral enthusiasts seeking to elevate their skills and prepare for the upcoming choral year! Immerse yourself in a week filled with inspiration, education, and camaraderie as you embark on a musical journey with our expert faculty.

Camp Highlights:

  • Expert Faculty: Our camp is led by a team of experienced and passionate faculty members who are dedicated to helping you enhance your choral abilities. With a focus on vocal technique, musicality, and performance, our faculty will guide you towards reaching new heights in your choral journey.

  • Engaging Lessons: Explore new techniques and refine your skills through engaging lessons tailored to your voice and experience level. From vocal warm-ups to advanced choral techniques, our curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.

  • Masterclasses: Participate in enlightening masterclasses led by accomplished choral experts. Gain valuable insights into the art of choral singing, receive personalized feedback, and discover ways to express yourself more confidently and effectively through your voice.

  • Performances: Showcase your talents and experience the joy of choral singing through captivating performances. Our camp provides a platform for you to share your love for music with fellow campers, creating unforgettable memories and fostering a sense of community.

  • Camp Concert: Share what you've been learning and singing all week at the special Camp Concert on Saturday.

Choir Camp Electives:

  • Leadership
  • Movement
  • Songwriting
  • Digital Content Creation
  • Conducting

Extended Day and Overnight Options:

Campers are encouraged to fully immerse themselves in the musical experience by staying for the entire day until 8 PM. This extended duration allows for the exploration of thoughtful electives, the honing of skills, and the building of connections with fellow musicians.

Upgrade your experience and be a resident camper! Campers can live, learn and play the week away on the University of Memphis campus—housing in the Living Learning Center. 


Camp Cost:

  • Camp: $250, includes tuition and an official camp t-shirt if registered by March 31
  • Add On's:
    • Day Camp Meal Plan: $100.05 (includes lunch and dinner Monday - Friday)
    • Resident Camp Accommodations: $150 (5-nights)
    • Resident Camp Meal Plan: $142 (includes breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday - Friday)

Choir Camp Leader:

  • Dr. Emily Frizzell, Assistant Professor of Music Education, Choral, University of Memphis

Sample Schedule:

TIME ACTIVITY
7:45-8:15 AM Drop-Off
8-9 AM Check-In + Welcome
9-10:30 AM Mixed Choir Session 1
10:30-10:45 AM Break
10:45-11:30 AM Mixed Choir Session 2
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM Lunch
1-2:30 PM Gospel Choir
2:30-3:45 PM Fundamentals Class - varying topics
4-4:50 PM A Cappella Choir
5 PM Day Campers Pick-Up
5 PM Dinner
8 PM Day Camper Late Pick-Up