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Kindermusik® Family Camp

May 23–June 6, 2026
9:30 or 10:30 in Webster Groves 12:00 or 1:00 in Chesterfield
Age Infant – 6 years

Zoo Train! Welcome to the zoo! Hop aboard our special Zoo Train — the Allee-Allee O — for an exciting musical adventure!
We’ll use our imaginations through singing, dancing, storytelling, and crafting to explore animal habitats, ride the carousel, move like zoo animals, and discover fun musical concepts. All abooooooard! CHOO CHOO!

Requirements: children must be accompanied by their caregiver.
Tuition: $170
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026

group of students playing flute

Flute Intensive

June 1–5, 2026
2–5 p.m.
Grades 7–12

This immersive camp focuses on skill development through warm-ups, tone and intonation work, and breathing techniques. Led by experienced instructors and featuring guest artists like Jeannie Baxtresser and Keith Underwood.

Requirements: one year in school band program or private instruction.
Tuition: $215*
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026

children playing cello

String Orchestra Camp

June 8–12, 2026
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Grades 2–12

With three skill levels determined by a pre-camp survey, participants receive tailored instruction. Led by expert educators, campers enhance their technique, ensemble skills, and musicality through rehearsals, sectionals, and activities. Culminating event: concert.

Requirements: one year’s experience playing instrument and reading music (quarter and eighth notes, minimum).
Tuition: $215
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026

three youth musicians: cellist, violinist and pianist

Chamber Music Encounter

June 8–12, 2026
1–5 p.m.
Grades 7–12

Advanced middle and high school string and piano students perform in trios, quartets, and quintets, enhancing musicianship, collaboration, and communication. Guided by expert faculty, students engage in coachings, rehearsals, and masterclasses culminating in a final concert.

Requirements: Audition Required. Review playing level requirements.
Audition Requirements
Tuition: $415
Registration deadline: April 1, 2026

row of students playing trumpet

Band Camp

June 22–26, 2026
9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Grades 7–12

This week-long experience, led by expert instructors, includes full band rehearsals, sectionals, and interactive workshops. Designed for both intermediate and advanced musicians. The camp concludes with a final performance with both bands.

Requirements: one year in school band program or private instruction. Auditions (for placement) required.
Tuition: $315
Registration Deadline:  May 15, 2026

two boys composing music

Summer Composition Intensive

July 13–24, 2026
9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Grades 7–12

Develop your compositional voice and explore melody, harmony and orchestration with guidance from experienced composers.  The camp concludes with each student’s original composition recorded by professional musicians - a lasting showcase!

Requirements: Must be able to read music and play an instrument or sing.
Tuition: $470
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2026

middle school boy playing bari-saxophone

Saxophone Summer Intensive

July 13–17, 2026
9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Grades 7–12

This week-long program hones technical skills, tone and musicianship through personalized instruction and ensemble playing. Led by expert saxophonists, students enjoy masterclasses, sectionals and performance opportunities to elevate their playing.

Requirements: Video audition required, one year in school band program or private instruction. 
Tuition: $330*
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2026

student holding clarinet

NEW! Clarinet Intensive

July 20–24, 2026
12–4 p.m.
Grades 7–12

Improve your small ensemble skills and experience clarinet choir with this week-long intensive. Students will experience daily coaching sessions within their quartet (placement by audition), as well as clarinet choir rehearsals, workshops on various topics, and master classes. The week will end with a performance showcasing all of the small ensembles and the choir.

Requirements: Video audition required.  8-12 grade, at least one year of private instruction, maximum 20 students (5 quartets)
Tuition: $330*
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2026

Discounts

Kindermusik® Family Camp Sibling Discount

$35.00 off sibling tuition for siblings registered in the same class

Woodwind Intensive Discount

$30.00 off tuition if registered for both Flute Intensive, or Saxophone Intensive, or Clarinet Intensive and Band camp.

String Discount:

$60.00 off tuition if registered for both String Orchestra Camp and Chamber Music Encounter

 

Individual Lessons: Summer Session

music teacher playing student's violin while student laughs

June 12–July 31, 2026

Complete Inquiry Form to schedule

Ages 6 & up*

Whether you’re a beginner or looking to advance your studies, this six-week summer session is the perfect opportunity to grow as a musician. One-on one instruction is available for 30-, 45-, or 60-minutes on a variety of instruments.

*Requirements: students as young as age 6 can begin on piano and guitar. All ages and abilities welcome — adults too! Students must have their own instruments.

Tuition: Six 30-minute weekly lessons are $222 total (other lesson lengths available)
Lesson locations available in Webster Groves and Chesterfield.

Registration, Payment and Audition Information

How to Register for Summer Camps

Visit our online registration site.

NEW Students:

    • Set up an Account
      • Provide parent/guardian information
      • Add student information (multiple students can be added to one account)
    • Access the Summer Programs Page
      • If not directed there automatically, click "Summer Programs" in the menu on the left.
      • Click "Register Now" for each camp you wish to enroll in.
      • When registering more than one student, ensure you select the correct student from the drop-down list.
      • The same student can be registered for multiple camps.

For PREVIOUS Students:

    • Login or Reset Your Password
      • Enter your email and password
      • If you’ve forgotten your password, click "Forgot your password?" to reset it.
      • For assistance or if you're unsure which email is linked to your account, contact our main office at 314-968-5939.
    • Access the Summer Programs Page:
      • If not directed there automatically, click "Summer Programs" in the menu on the left.
      • Click "Register Now" for each camp you wish to enroll in.
      • When registering more than one student, ensure you select the correct student from the drop-down list.
      • The same student can be registered for multiple camps.

How to Pay for Camps

  • After registering for your camp(s), the amount due will appear.
  • You can pay immediately by credit card.
  • Registration is complete only after payment is made.

Cancellation, Withdrawal, Attendance, and Refund Policy

  • The CMS reserves the right to cancel camps with insufficient enrollment or for unforeseen circumstances. If your camp is canceled, you will be notified by telephone/e-mail and any monies paid will be refunded in full.
  • Students who withdraw after a camp’s registration confirmation will be charged the full tuition and fees for the camp.  There are no exceptions to this policy unless there is a documented medical reason approved by CMS.

Camp Audition Information

If an audition or pre-camp survey is required for camp, registered students will be sent instructions after the registration deadline for that camp.

Summer Individual Lesson Registration Information

Submit an Inquiry Form online and a CMS staff member will contact you to discuss placement and scheduling.

 

 

Other Summer Opportunities

The following opportunities are managed independently from the Community Music School. Please be sure to contact these organizations directly for registration and payment information.

boy using mute while playing saxophone

Webster University Department of Music
Jazz Camp

July 6–10, 2026
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Grades 9–adult

Requirements: At least one year of study on instrument.

Tuition: $270 Early Bird Price (by April 1, 2026)
$295 after April 1, 2026

More Information and Registration at webster.edu/music

middle-school student sitting at grand piano

Webster University Department of Music
Piano Camp 2026

July 13–17, 2026
1–5 p.m.
Grades 6–12

Requirements: Two pre-screening YouTube videos (two contrasting pieces) submitted for review by June 7.

Tuition: $475

More Information and Registration at webster.edu/music

older woman playing bassoon and middle-aged man playing clarinet

Missouri Chamber Music Festival (MOCM)
Adult Chamber Music Intensive

May 26 – 31, 2026
Times TBD
Open to all levels of instrumentalists aged 17 and over

The Adult Chamber Music Intensive places adult instrumentalists in chamber ensembles of various
sizes and instrumentation to work with faculty players and coaches. The collaborative faculty include seasoned chamber musicians and educators from St. Louis and beyond. Over the course of the workshop at the Community Music School of Webster University, participants will experience in-person rehearsals, coachings, readings, and faculty presentations. Young Person Fellowships and Scholarship are available.

Requirements: Participants are encouraged to learn parts in advance of the Intensive. Uploading samples of playing at time of application encouraged, but not required.
Tuition: $375
Registration Deadline: March 28, 2026

How to Register: https://mochambermusic.org/ACMI/