Summer 2026 Offerings

Summer Music Camp (Band)

June 7-11, 2026
$300-$550

The Summer Music Camp is open to band students currently in grades 5 through 11. A typical daily schedule during camp includes a full group rehearsal in the morning, followed by a sectional (small group) rehearsal with instruction by a specialist. Students participate rehearsals, coachings, recitals, recreational activities at the K-State Union and the City Park Pool, and culminates with a final ensemble performance on the final day. The camp's all-inclusive fee is covering room, meals, and activities is $550; non-residence options available.

String Leadership Institute

June 14-18, 2026
$229-$349

Rooted in the belief that leadership begins with connection to others, high school string students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of activities aimed at providing musical and leadership experiences that are meaningful and inspiring. For an inclusive fee of $349 covers room, meals, and activities. Students will live on the K-State campus throughout the duration of the camp and will have the opportunity to experience coachings, leadership training, team building activities, and performance opportunities.

Announcement coming in early 2026!

Dates: July 5-11, 2026

Please watch for an offical announcement about an exciting new summer opportunity at the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance for artistic disciplines include including:

• Choir
• Dance
• Musical Theatre / Voice Performance
• Strings
• Technical Theatre / Audio Production
• Visual Arts

Leadership and Auxiliary Camp

July 12-15, 2026
$225-$475

The Leadership and Auxiliary Camp welcomes 8th through 11th grade drum majors, section leaders, percussionists, color guard, and dance members from all over Kansas and beyond to the KSU campus to learn conducting, leadership skills, guard technique, and percussion technique. Students at Leadership and Auxiliary Camp participate in a number of large and small group activities that help strengthen their leadership skills, teamwork, positive attitudes, and work ethic. The camp's all-inclusive fee is covering room, meals, and activities is $475; non-residence options available.

Summer Choral Institute

July 20-25, 2026
Apply by April 17
Free

High school freshman, sophomore, and junior singers from across the country will spend a week with each other and our acclaimed educators in music and leadership training. All students invited to attend will receive a full scholarship for the Institute covering all expenses including food, room/board, activities, and instruction. All singers will live on the campus of Kansas State University for the duration of the Institute, study with our internationally renowned faculty in rehearsals and private lessons, attend leadership training activities including a high ropes challenge course, visit museums, and experience many other multi-disciplinary activities. The Institute culminates with a concert performance and recognition luncheon on the final day.