Suzuki violin, cello, bass, and guitar students polish their technique, musicality, and tone while having fun and expanding their understanding of the world of music. Dedicated, world-class Suzuki-trained faculty work with them one-on-one and in group classes.

This camp is best suited for Suzuki students ages 6-11 playing Twinkles through Suzuki Book 4, and caregivers can either drop off their children or attend masterclasses and group classes.

As Suzuki said, “Raise your ability on a piece you can play.” The goal of the masterclasses and group classes will be just that – to deepen the technique and playing level of pieces students know. Campers will be inspired, make friends, and stay motivated through the summer during this music-filled week of expert instruction and caring, one-on-one guidance.

For students in Suzuki Book 5 and above, we recommend our exciting new Chamber Music Festival Camp!

How to Register

The deadline to register for Suzuki Strings and Guitar Camp is June 15th. Students who would like to register after June 15th, please email summercamp@bkcm.org.

• Step 1. Sign up via the link below.
• Step 2. Look for an email from the Summer Camp Administrative Team.

Camp Highlights

• Morning Warm-Up (All Students): Start the day together with announcements, and fun and easy musical activities like open strings, scales, and arpeggios to connect and get focused for the day ahead.
• Masterclass: 3-4 students share a semi-private music instruction focused on deepening their playing on a polished piece, grouped by instrument, level, and age. 
• Technique & Repertoire Group Classes: Campers have fun playing together while deepening their technique and expanding their fluency.
• Outdoor Time and Electives: We celebrate the whole artistic human! Campers will have fresh air every day and can choose from daily arts and crafts electives. 
• Afternoon Ensemble: Students gain valuable experience reading music and playing in harmony with other instruments.
• Daily Performances: The afternoon will hold special performances by faculty, guests, and peers. Students will perform in a solo recital and a group recital at the end of the week. 
• Musical Mind Expansion: Campers expand their musical and artistic horizons through a variety of daily interactive workshops which include dance and movement, improvisation, writing music, music theory games, music history, music for film, and more.

Sample Daily Schedule

• 9-9:30: Morning Gathering
• 9:30 – 11:30 Masterclasses and Technique Classes
• 11:15-12:15 p.m.: Lunch and Outdoor time/Elective 
• 12:15-12:45 p.m.: Repertoire Group Class
• 12:45-1:30 p.m.: Musical Mind Expansion
• 1:30-2:00 p.m.: Ensemble
• 2:00-3 p.m.: Faculty/Guest/Student Performances

BKCM Summer Policies

• There are no refunds or credits for private lessons, camps or summer programs.
• All registrations for summer programs and camps are final and there are no withdrawals.
• For more info on summer policies, visit the link below:

Financial Aid

Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To learn more and apply, visit the link below.