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Dorian Summer Music Camp

Overview

Region

Iowa,

United States

Dates

program dates: Middle School: June 9-15, 2024 High school: June 16-22 2024

application deadline: enrollment opens Dec 2023; closes early May 2024

Faculty

Amy Nam

Program summary

Each year, roughly 750 student musicians attend Luther’s week-long Dorian Summer Music Camps. Students study with Luther professors, perform in large ensembles, participate in workshops and classes, and have fun living and learning together on campus. Band, orchestra, choir, jazz, piano, and harp options are available. Students are able to take art, dance and theatre classes in addition to their music classes and ensembles. Evenings include fun social activities, outings, recitals, and more.

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program details

Months

June

Length

1 week

Ages

14–18

Levels

Intermediate, Advanced

Harp type

Pedal

Instruments

Students must provide instrument—rentals are available

Accommodations

Non Air-Conditioned Residence Halls, Double Rooms

Costs

2024 camp cost is pending; last year full camp tuition was $580, with optional private lessons $45

Residency options

All participants reside overnight

Financial aid

Partial scholarships are available

Dorian Summer Music Camp

What makes this camp experience unique is:

"students wanting to explore a variety of musical opportunities in addition to harp"

This camp is perfect for:

"a variety of musical options in addition to plenty of fun social opportunities"

Students come back year after year for our camp's:

"dedicated music counseling staff, over half of which are certified music educators"