Axe ’Em, Jacks!
Open to middle- and high-school students, the SFA Strings Camp is a week-long intensive study of string orchestra literature. You'll engage in musical studies with SFA School of Music's string faculty members, orchestra conductor and guest artists.
Orchestra placement
Orchestra placement is based on your video audition submission using the music excerpts provided by the camp directors.
Recommended prior experience is prior involvement in your school program for at least one year or completion of Suzuki Book One in private lessons.
June 25 to July 1, 2023
Pricing information
Regular camper rate
- Resident camper: $495
- Includes meals and lodging
- Commuter: $275
2023 All-Region members
- Resident camper: $420
- Includes meals and lodging
2023 All-State members
- Resident camper: $295
- Includes meals and lodging
Incoming SFA first-year music majors
- Resident camper: $350
- Includes meals and lodging
Incoming SFA first-year nonmusic majors may attend at the regular camper rate.
Refunds
- Prior to registration deadline: $40 fee
- After registration deadline: $50 fee
- After camp begins: No refund
Registration information
Register online
Register and pay online through the School of Music's secure marketplace store. All major credit cards are accepted.
Required documents to submit
Complete the following documents and email them to gregory.grabowski@sfasu.edu.
Audition materials
All campers must submit a video audition to determine:
- placement in one of the three orchestras
- seating within sections
- and chamber ensemble placement.
Email a video of your audition to gregory.grabowski@sfasu.edu. Links to YouTube videos or an external file hosting site (like Dropbox or Google Drive) also are acceptable. All audition submissions are due June 19.
- Audition Excerpts for Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestras: TBD
- Audition Excerpts for Sinfonietta Orchestra: TBD
- Chamber Ensembles: Submit a one to two minute excerpt of a recent solo.
Daily schedule and what to bring
Students will be involved in orchestra rehearsals, sectionals, music electives and optional private lessons. The SFA string faculty members and guest artists guide all teaching facets of the camp. Students also will engage in extracurricular activities including movie night, a talent show, and various guest concerts.
Tentative schedule (PDF coming soon)
View the Strings Camp packing list.
