Summer Music Festival: Composition Boot Camp

AFA’s Composition programs during the Summer Music Festival give young musicians the opportunity to learn about and participate in the creation, development, refining and ultimately, performance of their own original work. Instruction is provided by AFA’s diverse and experienced Teaching Artists, and collaborative partnerships with several area arts organizations offer unique experiences for students.

The Composition Boot Camp is a three day session focusing on the exploration and development of fundamental music skills and the student’s creative voice. Students will receive instruction in mainline subjects like music theory and orchestration as well as opportunities to experiment and work with peers, all culminating in a reading of music the students have created. This introductory session is a good fit for students interested in trying out composition and/or those who have been a part of the Extended Day Composition Club in past summers.

Did you know? AFA offers tuition assistance for students who may not be able to afford the full amount; learn more here. Additional tuition discounts will be available for returning students and early bird applications.

District Transportation Partnerships:

Through partnership with AFA, select school district Fine Arts departments in the area will provide bus transportation between a central location in their respective districts and AFA for students enrolled in their districts. Check back here for updates about 2025 partnerships.

Applications for the 2025 Summer Music Festival will open February 1st; subscribe to our email list to be reminded!

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