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Visit Our GA Music Camp Website
470-266-1425
gamusiccamp[AT]gmail.com
4346 Ridge Road
Buford, Georgia 30519
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2700 Braselton Hwy. Ste.10-322 Dacula, GA 30019
CAMPER AGES: 7-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily: 9AM - 3PM
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: During our week long camp, we explore all aspects of guitar playing and performance. Our week culminates in a student performance. We have fun, we learn together, play together, eat our lunches together, and even find some time to play outside!
Our camp counselors are professional, working musicians and music teachers with years of experience. They are highly skilled musicians and educators with a genuine love of teaching. All of our staff and faculty members are background-checked and certified in a safe child education program.
Space is limited, so don't delay. Call today for more information.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Located north of Atlanta on Highway 985, the Episcopal Church of St. Mary & St. Martha of Bethany is nestled on 17 acres of property. Please visit our website for photos, information, and directions.
CAMP FACILITIES: Originally built to house a preschool, the church facility has plenty of space for smaller classes and for big meeting places. The church Sanctuary allows an end-of-the-week performance by the campers.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: GA Music Camp was founded as the Northeast Georgia Summer Guitar Camp in the summer of 2012 by Buford, GA based classical guitarist Derwyn Browne. In 2017, to reflect its wider scope, it was renamed The GA Music Camp. Serving only 5 campers the first year, the camp has grown steadily to a current capacity of 25 -30 campers. The guitar remains the primary focus of the camp but the curriculum has expanded to include flute and vocal performance, all presented with an emphasis on ensemble performance..
Since 2013, Mr. Browne, as he is affectionately called by his students, began bringing in select professionals to enhance the Camp experience. This led to a collaboration with an old friend and mentor, Russell Ferrara. Ferrara, who is an accomplished classical guitarist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, works closely with Mr. Browne to oversee the Camp. He has directed the Camp ensemble for the past five years, providing original musical arrangements to be performed by the students in the week-ending performances. He also provides encouragement in his stellar faculty performances, which often includes resident campers. The student performance is considered the highlight of the camp week, allowing campers at all levels to display their skills.
In 2016, Dr. Kim Robson joined the team. She brings strong musicianship and artistry to the Camp. An accomplished vocalist and flutist, Dr. Kim adds a depth and breadth to the students’ musical experience.
This year, Kathy Mason, Middle School Band Director, joins us for our week long session, concentrating on music theory. Mickey Smith, Jr., energetic, magnetic, and award-winning music teacher and musician from Louisiana, also joins us, bringing his vast experience, to teach improvisation techniques.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): At the end of a week of fun and learning, students are able to share what they learned during the week in a student Showcase Friday evening. Parents and friends are invited and are always surprised at what their student has accomplished in one week!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
GA Music Cam[ 2018 will be held June 4-8th. Tuition is $350 per camper. For more registration information, refer to our website's registration page.
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