Music Summer Camps in Long Island, NY

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include trumpet, baritone and trombone. No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include trumpet, baritone and trombone. No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include string bass and cello.  No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include string bass and cello.  No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include string bass and cello.  No experience necessary. 

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

In this preparatory piano class, students learn and develop the fundamentals of piano playing by familiarizing the geography of the keyboard, pentascales, full octave scales, contrary motion scales, note reading and rhythm, triads with inversions, and simple arpeggios. Repertoire is selected from method books as well as traditional favorites and contemporary pieces from pedagogical collections. Additional fee of $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. No experience necessary.

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include violin and viola. No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include violin and viola. No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include violin and viola. No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include clarinet and saxophone only. No experience necessary. 

Students will start by learning the structure of the instrument, basic technique and apply everything they learn to playing music together. While learning simple melodies, chords and scales, students will experience ensemble practice and performance. Students will deepen their musicality through listening activities and improvisation, and explore their creativity through a series of music games, warm-ups, and fun approaches to composition. Instruments include clarinet and saxophone only. No experience necessary. 

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

A unique program for advanced beginner pianists to develop solo and ensemble repertoire, advancing technique, theory and aural comprehension. 2 years of prior piano instruction required. Additional fee of $600 for 7-weeks, $350 for 4-weeks and $250 for 3-weeks.

“I liked how pianists can get a chance to play with other pianists in an ensemble.” -Gregory

“I liked the extensive repertoire of classical, modern and everything.” -Kevin

Whether you be-bop, swing, or samba, the Usdan jazz ensemble is the place where young jazz musicians come to learn, play, and perform together. The advanced ensemble is a three-period program, featuring classes in jazz ensemble, improvisation, and concert band, for students in grades 7 to 12. Audition required.

“It really improved my music comprehension and ability. I liked exploring new music and charts.”-Andrew

Whether you be-bop, swing, or samba, the Usdan jazz ensemble is the place where young jazz musicians come to learn, play, and perform together. The advanced ensemble is a three-period program, featuring classes in jazz ensemble, improvisation, and concert band, for students in grades 7 to 12. Audition required.

“It really improved my music comprehension and ability. I liked exploring new music and charts.”-Andrew

Whether you be-bop, swing, or samba, the Usdan jazz ensemble is the place where young jazz musicians come to learn, play, and perform together. The advanced ensemble is a three-period program, featuring classes in jazz ensemble, improvisation, and concert band, for students in grades 7 to 12. Audition required.

“It really improved my music comprehension and ability. I liked exploring new music and charts.”-Andrew

Often described as "the music of friends," chamber music is written for small ensembles of two to 10 musicians. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty in several chamber groups over the course of the session. Must play NYSSMA level V or VI to be accepted. Audition required for 3 week minor. 

Often described as "the music of friends," chamber music is written for small ensembles of two to 10 musicians. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty in several chamber groups over the course of the session. Must play NYSSMA level V or VI to be accepted. Audition required for 3 week minor. 

Often described as "the music of friends," chamber music is written for small ensembles of two to 10 musicians. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty in several chamber groups over the course of the session. Must play NYSSMA level V or VI to be accepted. Audition required for 3 week minor. 

Often described as "the music of friends," chamber music is written for small ensembles of two to 10 musicians. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty in several chamber groups over the course of the session. Must play NYSSMA level V or VI to be accepted. Audition required for 3 week minor. 

Often described as "the music of friends," chamber music is written for small ensembles of two to 10 musicians. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty in several chamber groups over the course of the session. Must play NYSSMA level V or VI to be accepted. Audition required for 3 week minor. 

Often described as "the music of friends," chamber music is written for small ensembles of two to 10 musicians. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty in several chamber groups over the course of the session. Must play NYSSMA level V or VI to be accepted. Audition required for 3 week minor. 

Four concert bands offer exceptional collaboration and performance opportunities for budding musicians. Students participate in one hour of full band rehearsal and one hour of sectional study each day. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Culminates in a performance. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment.

“I made massive progress as a player and the teachers are extremely supportive.” -Olivia 

“What I liked most was the positive learning environment and challenging music.” -Derek

“The music was amazing and I made a lot of close friends.” -Brielle

“We were challenged and able to play GREAT repertoire in a short amount of time.” -Mary

Four concert bands offer exceptional collaboration and performance opportunities for budding musicians. Students participate in one hour of full band rehearsal and one hour of sectional study each day. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Culminates in a performance. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment.

“I made massive progress as a player and the teachers are extremely supportive.” -Olivia 

“What I liked most was the positive learning environment and challenging music.” -Derek

“The music was amazing and I made a lot of close friends.” -Brielle

“We were challenged and able to play GREAT repertoire in a short amount of time.” -Mary

Four concert bands offer exceptional collaboration and performance opportunities for budding musicians. Students participate in one hour of full band rehearsal and one hour of sectional study each day. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Culminates in a performance. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment.

“I made massive progress as a player and the teachers are extremely supportive.” -Olivia 

“What I liked most was the positive learning environment and challenging music.” -Derek

“The music was amazing and I made a lot of close friends.” -Brielle

“We were challenged and able to play GREAT repertoire in a short amount of time.” -Mary

Four concert bands offer exceptional collaboration and performance opportunities for budding musicians. Students participate in one hour of full band rehearsal and one hour of sectional study each day. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Culminates in a performance. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment.

“I made massive progress as a player and the teachers are extremely supportive.” -Olivia 

“What I liked most was the positive learning environment and challenging music.” -Derek

“The music was amazing and I made a lot of close friends.” -Brielle

“We were challenged and able to play GREAT repertoire in a short amount of time.” -Mary

Four concert bands offer exceptional collaboration and performance opportunities for budding musicians. Students participate in one hour of full band rehearsal and one hour of sectional study each day. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Culminates in a performance. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment.

“I made massive progress as a player and the teachers are extremely supportive.” -Olivia 

“What I liked most was the positive learning environment and challenging music.” -Derek

“The music was amazing and I made a lot of close friends.” -Brielle

“We were challenged and able to play GREAT repertoire in a short amount of time.” -Mary

Four concert bands offer exceptional collaboration and performance opportunities for budding musicians. Students participate in one hour of full band rehearsal and one hour of sectional study each day. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Culminates in a performance. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment.

“I made massive progress as a player and the teachers are extremely supportive.” -Olivia 

“What I liked most was the positive learning environment and challenging music.” -Derek

“The music was amazing and I made a lot of close friends.” -Brielle

“We were challenged and able to play GREAT repertoire in a short amount of time.” -Mary

From American rock, indie, blues, and jazz to classical and Latin, explore the tones and techniques that make the guitar the most versatile instrument in music today. Through ensemble practice, seminars, and improvisational jam sessions, find your groove across many genres and learn how to collaborate in a band/ensemble setting. One year of guitar experience required.

From American rock, indie, blues, and jazz to classical and Latin, explore the tones and techniques that make the guitar the most versatile instrument in music today. Through ensemble practice, seminars, and improvisational jam sessions, find your groove across many genres and learn how to collaborate in a band/ensemble setting. One year of guitar experience required.

From American rock, indie, blues, and jazz to classical and Latin, explore the tones and techniques that make the guitar the most versatile instrument in music today. Through ensemble practice, seminars, and improvisational jam sessions, find your groove across many genres and learn how to collaborate in a band/ensemble setting. One year of guitar experience required.

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students focus on the process of writing songs using their guitars as the main tool for composition. Through songwriting exercises, using poetry and short stories as a source of inspiration, students learn techniques to expand their creativity and write their first song, or develop their songwriting skills further. We will have listening sessions with songs by some of the most renowned songwriters, such as Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, and more of the student's choosing. Students will learn to play songs and analyze their forms and structures in order to understand what makes them great. Lyric and poetry writing techniques will be explored through free writing, and students will expand their musicality and “composer toolbox” through a series of improvisation and composition games, all the while learning new chords and guitar techniques. Students will work on songwriting individually and through collaborations with the group. One year of guitar experience required, but no songwriting experience necessary. 

Students are introduced to a variety of musical styles such as miniature Baroque and Classical dance and song forms as well as Romantic and 20th century character pieces. Duets among the students are used to foster listening and interdependence. Additional fee of $350. Audition Required.

Sample repertoire:

Bach • Prelude and Fugue in C Minor, BWV 847

Beach, Amy • Music for Piano, op. 54, no. 1 (Scottish Legend) Chopin • Nocturne in E flat Major, op. 9, no. 2

Mozart • Sonata in F Major, K 332

Students are introduced to a variety of musical styles such as miniature Baroque and Classical dance and song forms as well as Romantic and 20th century character pieces. Duets among the students are used to foster listening and interdependence. Additional fee of $350. Audition Required.

Sample repertoire:

Bach • Prelude and Fugue in C Minor, BWV 847

Beach, Amy • Music for Piano, op. 54, no. 1 (Scottish Legend) Chopin • Nocturne in E flat Major, op. 9, no. 2

Mozart • Sonata in F Major, K 332

Students are introduced to a variety of musical styles such as miniature Baroque and Classical dance and song forms as well as Romantic and 20th century character pieces. Duets among the students are used to foster listening and interdependence. Additional fee of $350. Audition Required.

Sample repertoire:

Bach • Prelude and Fugue in C Minor, BWV 847

Beach, Amy • Music for Piano, op. 54, no. 1 (Scottish Legend) Chopin • Nocturne in E flat Major, op. 9, no. 2

Mozart • Sonata in F Major, K 332

Students are introduced to a variety of musical styles such as miniature Baroque and Classical dance and song forms as well as Romantic and 20th century character pieces. Duets among the students are used to foster listening and interdependence. Additional fee of $350. Audition Required.

Sample repertoire:

Bach • Prelude and Fugue in C Minor, BWV 847

Beach, Amy • Music for Piano, op. 54, no. 1 (Scottish Legend) Chopin • Nocturne in E flat Major, op. 9, no. 2

Mozart • Sonata in F Major, K 332

Students are introduced to a variety of musical styles such as miniature Baroque and Classical dance and song forms as well as Romantic and 20th century character pieces. Duets among the students are used to foster listening and interdependence. Additional fee of $350. Audition Required.

Sample repertoire:

Bach • Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772

Beach, Amy • Children’s Carnival Op. 25, No. 5 (Secrets)

Chopin • Prelude in E Minor, op. 28, no. 4

MacDowell • Woodland Sketches, op. 51, No. 1 (To a Wild Rose)

Students are introduced to a variety of musical styles such as miniature Baroque and Classical dance and song forms as well as Romantic and 20th century character pieces. Duets among the students are used to foster listening and interdependence. Additional fee of $350. Audition Required.

Sample repertoire:

Bach • Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772

Beach, Amy • Children’s Carnival Op. 25, No. 5 (Secrets)

Chopin • Prelude in E Minor, op. 28, no. 4

MacDowell • Woodland Sketches, op. 51, No. 1 (To a Wild Rose)

Whether you be-bop, swing, or samba, the Usdan jazz ensemble is the place where young jazz musicians come to learn, play, and perform together. Students must be confident on their instrument, but do not need to have previous jazz experience.

“It really improved my music comprehension and ability. I liked exploring new music and charts.” -Andrew

Whether you be-bop, swing, or samba, the Usdan jazz ensemble is the place where young jazz musicians come to learn, play, and perform together. Students must be confident on their instrument, but do not need to have previous jazz experience.

“It really improved my music comprehension and ability. I liked exploring new music and charts.” -Andrew

Whether you be-bop, swing, or samba, the Usdan jazz ensemble is the place where young jazz musicians come to learn, play, and perform together. Students must be confident on their instrument, but do not need to have previous jazz experience.

“It really improved my music comprehension and ability. I liked exploring new music and charts.” -Andrew

Junior instrumentalists are placed in small ensembles at an appropriate level based on a placement audition. These ensembles consist of an orchestra or band conducted by a member of our music faculty, or smaller chamber groups. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty over the course of the three weeks.  Major includes one hour group lesson and one hour in chamber groups by level. Students must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Available for band and orchestra instruments only. 

Junior instrumentalists are placed in small ensembles at an appropriate level based on a placement audition. These ensembles consist of an orchestra or band conducted by a member of our music faculty, or smaller chamber groups. Chamber music students are coached by Usdan’s renowned faculty over the course of the three weeks.  Major includes one hour group lesson and one hour in chamber groups by level. Students must have at least one year of prior instruction and the ability to read music. Available for band and orchestra instruments only. 

Young musicians discover the vibrato of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses that form the core of Usdan's four incredible orchestras. Each day, orchestra students come together for one hour of full orchestra practice and one hour in sectional instruction. The orchestras perform major symphonic and string repertoire while collaborating with other Usdan ensembles. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction with the ability to read music. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. 

“It's a challenge, but not too hard. I liked the music we played.”  -Marcus

“The orchestra is alive and has so much energy.” -Anonymous

Young musicians discover the vibrato of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses that form the core of Usdan's four incredible orchestras. Each day, orchestra students come together for one hour of full orchestra practice and one hour in sectional instruction. The orchestras perform major symphonic and string repertoire while collaborating with other Usdan ensembles. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction with the ability to read music. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. 

“It's a challenge, but not too hard. I liked the music we played.”  -Marcus

“The orchestra is alive and has so much energy.” -Anonymous

Young musicians discover the vibrato of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses that form the core of Usdan's four incredible orchestras. Each day, orchestra students come together for one hour of full orchestra practice and one hour in sectional instruction. The orchestras perform major symphonic and string repertoire while collaborating with other Usdan ensembles. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction with the ability to read music. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. 

“It's a challenge, but not too hard. I liked the music we played.”  -Marcus

“The orchestra is alive and has so much energy.” -Anonymous

Young musicians discover the vibrato of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses that form the core of Usdan's four incredible orchestras. Each day, orchestra students come together for one hour of full orchestra practice and one hour in sectional instruction. The orchestras perform major symphonic and string repertoire while collaborating with other Usdan ensembles. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction with the ability to read music. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. 

“It's a challenge, but not too hard. I liked the music we played.”  -Marcus

“The orchestra is alive and has so much energy.” -Anonymous

Young musicians discover the vibrato of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses that form the core of Usdan's four incredible orchestras. Each day, orchestra students come together for one hour of full orchestra practice and one hour in sectional instruction. The orchestras perform major symphonic and string repertoire while collaborating with other Usdan ensembles. Students are placed in appropriate level ensembles and must have at least one year of prior instruction with the ability to read music. A placement form and/or audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. 

“It's a challenge, but not too hard. I liked the music we played.”  -Marcus

“The orchestra is alive and has so much energy.” -Anonymous

This class features small ensemble coaching by our music faculty. Chamber music is typically performed without a conductor and are lead by the performers themselves. Learning to play in a chamber ensemble enhances the students ability to listen, blend, make musical decisions and think critically. In chamber music you act as both the soloist and ensemble player at the same time. Ensembles may include string, guitar, wind, brass, piano, and percussion groups as well as mixed instrument groups. Varied repertoire will be selected from different classical genres and periods. Beginner to advanced students welcome. Students will be grouped according to experience and interest, based on a placement audition.  Some composers include Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn, Bach, Brahms, etc. 

Note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices based on the list of possibilities below.  The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition.  Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes. 

This class features small ensemble coaching by our music faculty. Chamber music is typically performed without a conductor and are lead by the performers themselves. Learning to play in a chamber ensemble enhances the students ability to listen, blend, make musical decisions and think critically. In chamber music you act as both the soloist and ensemble player at the same time. Ensembles may include string, guitar, wind, brass, piano, and percussion groups as well as mixed instrument groups. Varied repertoire will be selected from different classical genres and periods. Beginner to advanced students welcome. Students will be grouped according to experience and interest, based on a placement audition.  Some composers include Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn, Bach, Brahms, etc. 

Note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices based on the list of possibilities below.  The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition.  Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes. 

This class features small ensemble coaching by our music faculty. Chamber music is typically performed without a conductor and are lead by the performers themselves. Learning to play in a chamber ensemble enhances the students ability to listen, blend, make musical decisions and think critically. In chamber music you act as both the soloist and ensemble player at the same time. Ensembles may include string, guitar, wind, brass, piano, and percussion groups as well as mixed instrument groups. Varied repertoire will be selected from different classical genres and periods. Beginner to advanced students welcome. Students will be grouped according to experience and interest, based on a placement audition.  Some composers include Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn, Bach, Brahms, etc. 

Note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices based on the list of possibilities below.  The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition.  Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes. 

Digging deep into the most American of music forms, students in this class will work in small and medium sized ensembles, with and emphasis on improvisation and collaboration. Repertoire will reflect the many styles and eras of jazz, from the earliest forms to contemporary jazz. Available for Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, drums, guitar, piano and bass. Beginner to advanced students welcome. Students will be grouped according to experience and interest, based on a placement audition. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

Digging deep into the most American of music forms, students in this class will work in small and medium sized ensembles, with and emphasis on improvisation and collaboration. Repertoire will reflect the many styles and eras of jazz, from the earliest forms to contemporary jazz. Available for Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, drums, guitar, piano and bass. Beginner to advanced students welcome. Students will be grouped according to experience and interest, based on a placement audition. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

Digging deep into the most American of music forms, students in this class will work in small and medium sized ensembles, with and emphasis on improvisation and collaboration. Repertoire will reflect the many styles and eras of jazz, from the earliest forms to contemporary jazz. Available for Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, drums, guitar, piano and bass. Beginner to advanced students welcome. Students will be grouped according to experience and interest, based on a placement audition. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

Join one of the most collaborative ensembles Usdan has to offer!  The Pit Orchestra will provide live music for Usdan's top theater company - The Usdan Troupe. Using the real broadway books, this is the perfect class for a budding musician looking for an immersive music experience. Playing in the Pit Orchestra will improve your ensemble, solo, and chamber music skills. Past Troupe productions include Singin’ in the Rain, Cabaret, Finian’s Rainbow and Carousel. Students must be NYSSMA level V or VI and must audition. Students that play multiple instruments are welcomed to audition on each instrument. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

Join one of the most collaborative ensembles Usdan has to offer!  The Pit Orchestra will provide live music for Usdan's top theater company - The Usdan Troupe. Using the real broadway books, this is the perfect class for a budding musician looking for an immersive music experience. Playing in the Pit Orchestra will improve your ensemble, solo, and chamber music skills. Past Troupe productions include Singin’ in the Rain, Cabaret, Finian’s Rainbow and Carousel. Students must be NYSSMA level V or VI and must audition. Students that play multiple instruments are welcomed to audition on each instrument. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

Join one of the most collaborative ensembles Usdan has to offer!  The Pit Orchestra will provide live music for Usdan's top theater company - The Usdan Troupe. Using the real broadway books, this is the perfect class for a budding musician looking for an immersive music experience. Playing in the Pit Orchestra will improve your ensemble, solo, and chamber music skills. Past Troupe productions include Singin’ in the Rain, Cabaret, Finian’s Rainbow and Carousel. Students must be NYSSMA level V or VI and must audition. Students that play multiple instruments are welcomed to audition on each instrument. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

With no musical scoring in the early days of film, movie audiences in the 1890s through the 1920s were treated to live musicians who supplied the drama, emotion and entertainment. The Silent Film Orchestra will perform the scores to classic films from this era. Some composers include: Scott Joplin, Irving Berlin, W.C. Handy and Adolf Minot.  Open to all instrumentalists, beginner to advanced. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

With no musical scoring in the early days of film, movie audiences in the 1890s through the 1920s were treated to live musicians who supplied the drama, emotion and entertainment. The Silent Film Orchestra will perform the scores to classic films from this era. Some composers include: Scott Joplin, Irving Berlin, W.C. Handy and Adolf Minot.  Open to all instrumentalists, beginner to advanced. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

With no musical scoring in the early days of film, movie audiences in the 1890s through the 1920s were treated to live musicians who supplied the drama, emotion and entertainment. The Silent Film Orchestra will perform the scores to classic films from this era. Some composers include: Scott Joplin, Irving Berlin, W.C. Handy and Adolf Minot.  Open to all instrumentalists, beginner to advanced. 

Please note: Senior division instrumentalists are asked to rank their choices on the application. The specific classes that are offered will be based on this ranking and students will be placed in the most appropriate group after a placement audition. Placement audition instructions will be sent after enrollment. Some classes with low enrollment may not be offered, but each student will be placed in one of their selected classes.

There is nothing more exhilarating th​an collective voices raised in song. Develop your voice and technique in the study of the fine art of this musical craft. Learn proper breathing technique and diction while studying popular vocal arrangements. The first four weeks of the season are devoted to standard choral repertoire; the last three weeks focus on light classical and Broadway standards. Each class features live piano accompaniment and each session will culminate in a live performance for the camp community and families.   

“We learn in a great environment!” -Anthony

“We sing and perform a very wide range of music that is amazing to sing. I enjoyed the whole process of learning the music...and seeing it all come together is an amazing thing”  -Kennedy