High School Percussion Camp
In this camp, high schoolers are invited to spend a week engaging in percussion ensemble music in preparation for an end-of-camp performance. The camp will challenge the students to think critically about percussion music while giving them the opportunity to improve their technique and musicality through seminars, master-classes, and performances provided by our university-trained percussion staff.
Eligibility
Rising 9th - 12th grade percussionists.
Ages 14 - 18, including 2026 grads!
Campers who attend our High School Percussion Camp must have at least 2 years of experience as a percussionist in their school band, orchestra, or percussion ensemble.
- OR -
at least 2 years of private percussion lessons with written music and keyboard studies.
Summer 2026 Schedule!
Aug 10th - 14th
A week-long day camp from 10am - 5pm with before and after camp options.
Activities
🥁 Group warm-ups and exercises
🎵 Rehearsals with Large Percussion Ensemble*
Rehearsals with Chamber Ensembles*
🎶 Daily sessions dedicated to various percussion techniques and performance practices
🎼 Student performances
*sheet music handed out 2 weeks before camp
Materials and Lunch
All instruments and other materials are provided. Students should bring a packed lunch, water bottle, and a snack.
All students will receive 1 pair of drumsticks, 1 set of earplugs, and a camp T-shirt!
Location
4501 Shilshole Ave NW
Tuition
Camp Deposit
Due at registration, non-refundable - $75
Camp Tuition (including deposit)
Regular Tuition - $425
Early Bird Tuition (before April 1st) - $382.50
Current Student Discount - 5% off!
Add-ons
Before Camp 8:00-10:00am
After Camp 5:00-6:00pm
$10/hour
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