Reviewed by: Sharron Swain
From ukulele lessons to a full rock band experience, kids will love these spring + summer music camps—register now
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Spring break is rolling in quick with summer not far behind. Instead of handing your kids a TV remote or video game controller to keep them busy, fill their hands with something better—an instrument! Mason Music offers a variety of spring break and summer camp programs for kids of all ages. Read on to learn more and register.
Spring Break Camps
Spring Break Music Camp for Preschoolers
The best way to get kids interested in music is introducing them to it early. Mason Music’s Music Camp for Preschoolers is the perfect start. Specially designed for littles ages three to five, your child will:
- Explore musical concepts in a creative environment.
- Learn the basics of music theory like dynamics, tempo + pitch.
- Be introduced to singing, piano + percussion instruments.
Bonus: Each day’s agenda also includes crafts and musical movement to get those wiggles out.
Camp details
When: Monday-Friday, March 27-31 | 8:30AM-11:30AM
Where: Mason Music–Cahaba Heights Studio
Ages: 3-5 year olds who are potty trained
Cost: $200
Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
Registration Closes: Friday, March 17
Register here
Spring Break Music Camp for Beginners
For kids just embarking on their musical journey, this Spring Break Music Camp for Beginners lets students explore and learn general music concepts like pitch and rhythm—plus have lots of fun at the same time.
Along with getting hands-on experience, your camper will:
- Sing + play guitar, piano, drums + violin
- Learn foundation music theory
- Make crafts + music-inspired games
Camp details
When: Monday-Friday, March 27-31 | 1-4PM
Where: Mason Music–Cahaba Heights Studio
Ages: 6-9 years old
Cost: $225
Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
Registration Closes: Friday, March 17
Register here
Summer Camp
Songs of the Sea Music Camp for Preschoolers
Your preschooler will love this exciting summer music camp that lets them explore musical concepts in all sorts of creative ways. Here’s what your little one will do each day:
- Learn the basics of music theory like dynamics, tempo + pitch
- Sing songs
- Play piano + percussion instruments
- Make crafts
- And more!
Camp details
- When/Where:
- Session 1: Monday-Friday, June 5-9 | 8:30-11:30AM | Cahaba Heights Studio
- Session 2: Monday-Friday, June 19-23 | 8:30-11:30AM | Mountain Brook Studio
- Session 3: Monday-Friday, July 17-21 | 8:30-11:30AM | Greystone Studio
- Session 4: Monday-Friday, July 24-28 | 8:30-11:30AM | Bluff Park Studio
- Ages: 3-5 years old who are potty trained
- Cost: $200
- Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
- Registration Closes: 1 week before each camp session begins
- Register here
Mason Music Camp for Beginners
With so many amazing musical instruments in the world, it can be tough to choose just one to learn. So why stop at just one? During Mason Music’s Camp for Beginners, kids ages six to nine have the chance to try several instruments.
Campers will:
- Get hands-on experience by singing and playing guitar, piano, drums + violin
- Learn foundation music theory
- Participate in music-inspired crafts + games
Camp details
- When/Where:
- Session 1: Monday-Friday, June 5-9 | 8:30-11:30AM | Greystone Studio
- Session 2: Monday-Friday, June 12-16 | 8:30-11:30AM | Mountain Brook Studio
- Session 3: Monday-Friday, June 26-30 | 8:30AM-11:30AM | Cahaba Heights Studio
- Session 4: Monday-Friday, July 10-14 | 8:30-11:30AM | Bluff Park Studio
- Session 5: Monday-Friday, July 17-21 | 8:30-11:30AM | Mountain Brook Studio
- Session 6: Monday-Friday, July 31-August 4 | 8:30-11:30AM | Cahaba Heights Studio
- Ages: 6-9 years old
- Cost: $225
- Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
- Registration Closes: 1 week before each camp session begins
- Register here
Ukulele Camp for Beginners
If you have an elementary-aged kiddo who’s excited about music and playing a fun instrument, Mason Music’s Ukulele Camp for Beginners is a great choice. After just one week of learning ukulele basics like chords, strumming and tuning, campers will be playing actual songs. What could be cooler?
Camp details
- When: Monday-Friday, May 30-June 2 | 8:30-11:30AM
- Where: Mason Music—Bluff Park Studio
- Ages: 6-10 years old
- Cost: $220
- Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
- Registration Closes: Friday, May 19
- Register here
Guitar Camp for Beginners
As someone who played a variety of musical instruments growing up, the guitar is the one I always come back to when I’m feeling musical. If your child is between the ages of 10 and 15, I highly suggest Mason Music’s Guitar Camp for Beginners.
Students registered for this camp will:
- Learn guitar basics like chords, strumming, tuning, reading music + best practices
- Play guiitar in an encouraging environment.
- Learn to play real songs.
Camp details
- When: Monday-Friday, June 12-16 | 8:30-11:30AM
- Where: Mason Music–Cahaba Heights Studio
- Ages: 10-15 years old
- Cost: $275
- Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
- Registration Closes: Friday, June 2
- Register here
Vocal Performance Camp for Beginners
Have a song bird at home? They’ll shine during Mason Music’s Vocal Performance Camp for Beginners.
Your camper will receive top-notch instructions from experts who will help them master skills like:
- Ear-training
- Diction
- Performance technique
- Projection
- Tone
They’ll even get time in Mason Music’s professional recording studio so they can polish a special performance piece.
Camp details
- When: Monday-Friday, July 10-14 | 8:30-11:30AM
- Where: Mason Music–Mountain Brook Studio & Mason Music Recording Studio
- Ages: 10-15 years old
- Cost: $300
- Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
- Registration Closes: Friday, June 30
- Register here
Rock Band Camp: Performance Edition
During this must-attend camp, kids ages 10-18 have the chance to show off their skills alongside fellow campers by learning songs and performing them live for family and friends.
Designed for kids who have experience on a specific musical instrument, all they have to do is sign up with their friends to form a band or register to be placed with other musicians of similar age and skill level.
*Bands are typically comprised of vocalists, drummers, guitarists, bassists and pianists, but other instruments may be considered.
Camp details
- When: Monday-Friday, June 19-23 | 8:30AM-2:30PM
- Where: Mason Music–Cahaba Heights Studio
- Ages: 10-18 years old
- Cost: $400
- Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
- Registration Closes: Friday, June 9
- Register here
Rock Band Camp: Recording Edition
If your tween or teen has at least two years of experience playing a musical instrument, this one-of-a-kind rock band camp is the ultimate choice.
Campers join together to rehearse, write songs and record an actual demo for the full band experience.
Double Bonus:
- Campers get one-on-one time with guest musicians to focus on songwriting and recording techniques.
- Campers get to work with a producer in Mason Music’s professional recording studio and walk away with a copy of their band’s work.
*Bands are typically comprised of vocalists, drummers, guitarists, bassists and pianists, but other instruments may be considered.
Camp details
- When: Monday-Friday, July 24-29 | 8:30AM-2:30PM
- Where: Mason Music–Cahaba Heights Studio & Mason Music Recording Studio
- Ages: 10-18 years olds
- Cost: $500
- Registration Opens: Wednesday, February 1
- Registration Closes: Friday, July 14
- Register here
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