Summer Academic, Arts, and Sports Programs

June 28-July 19, 2026

This well-balanced program offers young people between the ages of 12-18 the opportunity to pursue musical studies through individual, class, and group instruction; to perform a wide range of instrumental and choral works in ensemble and concert; and to participate in supervised sports and other informal "fun" activities. The program builds confidence, teaches concentration, offers social opportunities, and helps develop sensitivity to, and pride in, the beautiful things in life.

This is a unique experience on one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country that provides confidence, fun, and an excellent music education for students of various abilities. Enroll in this popular program while space is still available.

Phone: 518-877-5121 or 866-777-7841
Email: summer@easternusmusiccamp.com
Website: Eastern U.S. Music Camp

June 7-June 13, 2026

Six transformative days of writing, learning, and connection in central New York, where emerging and established writers gather at Colgate University to hone their craft, connect with industry professionals, and become part of a vibrant literary community.

Email:writersconference@colgate.edu
Website: Colgate Writers Conference

June 22-June 28, 2026

KentMusic offers experienced string players the opportunity to spend six days intensively studying major works from the string quartet repertoire. Participants receive high-level coaching from world-class performing musicians, attend lectures and concerts by the faculty artists and have ample time for informal quartet readings and socializing. There is one public concert in the Colgate Memorial Chapel.

Phone: 617-308-4897
Website: Manhattan String Quartet

July 5-August 2 2026

For seven decades, musicians from all over the world have gathered each summer to play chamber music and to grow as musicians. What attracts these musicians, and brings them back, is the love of playing chamber music, the chance to learn from world-class performers and teachers, and the joy of seeing old friends and making new ones.

The Conference runs for four weeks in July and August. Most participants attend for one or two weeks. Conference participants comprise amateur musicians who range in age and ability, and who play strings (violin, viola, cello, and double bass), woodwinds (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and horn), piano, voice, and harp. All participants share a passion for chamber music and the desire for an intensive and rewarding learning experience.

Email: learnmore@cmceast.org
Website: Chamber Music Conference