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Furman University: Band & Orchestra Camp
Overview
A 6-day residential and commuter music camp for middle and high school students featuring four large ensembles (full symphony orchestra, string orchestra, and two concert bands), sectionals, master classes, and elective musicianship courses. Students participate in daily ensemble rehearsals and conclude with a final concert.
At a glance
Deadline
May 24193 days
Sessions
Jun1 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Commuter
Location
Greenville, SC
Cost
$500–$1,499from $550
Entering grades
6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Competitive; acceptance based on instrumentation, ensemble balance, residence hall space, grade level, ability level, application date, and prior attendance. Video audition required for ensemble placement.
Application requirements
Age
12–18 years old
Instrumentation
Concert band or orchestral string instrument
Middle School Experience
Minimum 2 years study and ensemble experience; Suzuki strings minimum 2 years instruction at grade 3 repertoire or equivalent (Suzuki Book 4 for violin, Book 3 for viola/cello/bass); must be age 12 on or before June 1
High School Experience
Minimum 3 years study and ensemble experience; Suzuki strings Book 6 or higher for violin, Book 5 or higher for viola/cello/double bass
Director Recommendation
Required
Video Audition
Required; up to 2 minutes showing student on camera for ensemble placement
Cost & sessions
Commuter: $550 (includes lunch, dinner, tuition, recreation). Resident: $695 (includes shared room/bath, all meals, tuition, recreation). Optional private lessons available at $35 per 30-minute session (maximum 2 lessons). Discounts available: All-State Gold ($100), Region Silver ($50), FU Employee ($100), and prior scholarship recipients ($200). $100 non-refundable program deposit required.
Financial aid
Discounts and scholarships available: All-State Gold honors ensemble placement ($100 discount), Region Silver honors ensemble placement ($50 discount), FU Employee discount ($100 for current Furman employee parent/guardian), prior scholarship recipients ($200 discount for 2026). Scholarship funds may be applied toward private lessons and room/board.
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