Camp FAQs
What instruments are allowed in the instrumental tracks? Flute/Piccolo, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Bari Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone/Euphonium, Tuba, Percussion, Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass. Feel free to bring other instruments (guitar, banjo, penny whistles, etc.) for impromptu jam sessions outside of the scheduled rehearsals if you wish.
How is my seating placement within the ensemble determined?–It is primarily determined by what you list as your skill level on the registration form (very high, high, moderate, developing/haven’t played in a while). Rotational seating may also be employed.
Where is the location of this camp? —The beautiful campus of Columbia International University which is located at 7435 Monticello Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
Do I have to stay on campus?—No. Feel free to make your own housing arrangements if you like but know that convenient on-campus housing is available for an extra fee.
What about meals?—The cafeteria is centrally located on campus and serves breakfast ($7), lunch ($9), and dinner ($11). All major credit cards accepted.
Is alcohol allowed?—Columbia International University is a dry campus; no smoking, drugs, or alcohol is allowed.
Can I do more than one track? —You must chose only one track: Concert Band, Choir, or String Orchestra though it may be possible for you to be in a chamber group with someone from another track.
How does the chamber music work?—Chamber groups are optional and are self-organized by campers. We will help you find rehearsal space once organized.
How large are the ensembles?—We anticipate on having 40-60 in the Concert Band, 30-50 in the String Orchestra, and 30-40 in the Choir but we have enough capacity to have up to 100 campers in each ensemble.
Who leads the sectionals?—Local area professional musicians and music educators.
I’ve never played an instrument before, is this camp for me?—This camp is designed for players who have had at least one year of study on an instrument/voice and has basic music reading skills. This camp is not designed to teach you how to play an instrument from scratch.
Do I have to bring my own instrument?—Yes, unless you are a percussionist (but we do ask percussionists to bring their own sticks and mallets).
Can I invite people to the final concert?—Yes, please do!!! And it’s FREE.
