July 13-18, 2025
Open to all students in grades 8 (rising 8th graders in the coming Fall) through 12 (including recently graduated 12th graders), Modern Band Camp, part of the Fredonia Summer Music Festival, offers an engaging and relaxed setting for musical growth through performing and creating music from many popular genres including rock, pop, blues, country, reggae, hip hop, and R&B. Appropriate for musicians of any skill level who want to play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals. No previous experience necessary! From the beginner to the more experienced player—we’ve got what you need to get to the next level.
Most of the faculty for the Modern Band Camp are also professors at SUNY Fredonia. We will provide unique opportunities for performing and creating, improving technical skills, and expanding musicality. In addition to rehearsals and coaching sessions, students will attend daily workshops, participate in master classes, attend special evening performances, and have time for individual practice and recreation. Workshops and enrichment experiences include songwriting, sound recording technology, music business (music industry and entrepreneurship), DAW (digital audio workstation), beatmaking, and more!
The week culminates with a gig that showcases everyone’s hard work!
More details coming soon. Please contact Dr. Jill Reese, Artistic Director, with any questions.