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National PhilharmonicSelective

National Philharmonic: Summer String Institutes

An intensive summer string music program offering private lessons, orchestra rehearsals, chamber music, and performance opportunities across three orchestra levels for young musicians in grades 2–12.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterBethesda, MD$500–$1,499202 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsViolin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Music Theory, Chamber Music, Orchestra

Cost$500–$1,499 · $700

Websitehttps://nationalphilharmonic.org/ssi/

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Berklee College of MusicSelective

Berklee College of Music: Berklee Global String Intensive

An intensive summer program for string musicians ages 15+ offering instruction in classical, folk, jazz, bluegrass, and world music styles. Participants engage in styles labs, theory-in-action sessions, small and large ensembles, faculty clinics, and nightly jam sessions, culminating in final performances.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialBoston, MA$500–$1,499Dates and deadline coming soon

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsString Instruments, Violin, Viola, Cello, Mandolin, Harp, Banjo, Jazz, Classical Music, Folk Music, Bluegrass, World Music

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,295

Websitehttps://www.berklee.edu/summer/programs/strings

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Colorado State University School of Music, Theatre and DanceSelective

Colorado Cello Intensive

An intensive week-long residential cello program at Colorado State University featuring world-class faculty, daily lessons, masterclasses, chamber coaching, and performance opportunities for cellists ages 9+.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialFort Collins, CO$1,500–$2,999125 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsCello

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,600

Websitehttps://music.colostate.edu/colorado-cello-intensive/

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CelloChanWoodsSelective

CelloChanWoods Retreat

A seven-day residential cello retreat for intermediate to advanced players ages 15 and up, focusing on performance anxiety, productive practice, tension-free playing, and the joy of music making through Zen centering and awareness techniques.

Aug · 1 wk sessionsResidentialStarksboro, VT$1,500–$2,999217 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsCello, Music Performance

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,995

Websitehttps://www.cellochanwoods.com/

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Bard College Conservatory of Music

Bard College Conservatory of Music: Preparatory Summer Camp

A summer music program offering instruction in multiple instruments, voice, composition, and ensemble performance for students ages 3–18, with early childhood programs and full-day options available.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterAnnandale-on-Hudson, NY<$500172 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsMusic, Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Voice, Percussion, Composition, Jazz, Chamber Music, Ensemble Performance

Cost<$500 · $257

Websitehttps://www.bard.edu/conservatory/preparatory/summercamp/

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Florida State University, College of Music

FSU College of Music: String Orchestra Camp

A one-week residential and day camp for string players (grades 7–12) featuring daily orchestra rehearsals, chamber ensembles, sectionals, masterclasses, and elective classes, culminating in three public performances.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialTallahassee, FL<$500172 days

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsString Orchestra, Chamber Music, Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass

Cost<$500 · $365

Websitehttps://music.fsu.edu/summermusiccamps/String-Orchestra-Camp

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Butler University

Butler University: Strings Scholars Camp

A five-day summer strings orchestra camp for middle and high school students featuring daily orchestra rehearsals, sectional coaching with Butler University faculty, music theory, and elective classes, with optional residential housing on campus.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialIndianapolis, IN<$500186 days

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsStrings Orchestra, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Music Theory, Orchestra

Cost<$500 · $500

Websitehttps://www.butlerartscenter.org/camps/strings-scholars-camp/

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Aspen Music Festival & School

Aspen Music Festival & School: Summer Programs

Multiple summer music programs for grades 5–12 including P.A.L.S. (private lessons and concert passes), Mariachi Workshop, Festival Lessons, and Collective Composition Workshop. Programs run June–August 2026 in Aspen and Glenwood Springs, Colorado.

Jun–Jul · 1–8 wk sessionsCommuterAspen, CO<$500191 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsInstrumental Music, Classical Guitar, Mariachi Music, Musical Composition, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Percussion, Harp, Piano

Cost<$500 · $225

Websitehttps://www.aspenmusicfestival.com/

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Forte Lessons

An online platform offering live, one-on-one music lessons across 41+ instruments with flexible scheduling and teacher matching based on student preferences.

Jan–Dec · 1–8 wk sessionsOnline<$500Rolling

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsPiano, Guitar, Violin, Voice, Music Theory, Composition, Songwriting, Production/Engineering, Drums, Saxophone, Trumpet, Flute, Cello, Bass, Ukulele

Cost<$500 · $13

Websitehttps://www.fortelessons.com/

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GC Marshall HS BPO (George C. Marshall High School Band/Orchestra)

Vienna Summer Strings

A string music education program for young musicians in the emerging/developing stage, offering instrumental skills training, ensemble placement matched to age and skill level, and a supportive yet challenging environment designed to support school orchestra programs.

Jun · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuterVienna, VA<$500Rolling

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsString Music, Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Ensemble Skills

Cost<$500 · $350

Websitehttps://viennasummerstrings.com/

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