Best Massachusetts Band Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: We have Practice rooms, a recording studio, stage room, student lounge, and all the music equipment you'll need, from guitar, bass, piano, drum etc.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Regardless of which workshop they choose, students can expect:
• Hands-on skill building for guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• One-on-one interaction with seasoned music professionals
• A deeper appreciation for music theory and fundamentals
• Greater confidence, collaboration and improvisation abilities
• A fun and interactive experience

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates/Times: iPod Shuffle Workshop 7/9-7/13, Woodstock Workshop 7/16-7/20, Songwriter/Music Video Workshop 7/23-7/27, I Love the 80’s Workshop 7/30-8/3, Beatles Workshop 8/6-8/10, Guns ’N Roses Workshop 8/13-8/17, Songwriter/Music Video Workshop II 8/20-8/24. Mon-Fri 9am-3pm. cost: $399/week.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Classes will be taught by theatre professionals who have not only studied theatre but have in-depth professional experience in the industry

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Theatre Camp will run from July 2 to July 23 and culminate in a full scale musical theatre production to friends and families at our own Theatre. Camp Fee is $975 for the full 4 week session

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each student will participate in:

• A large ensemble—which will workshop and give the world premiere of a new work by one of the mentor composers
• A small ensemble—which will co-create, rehearse, and premiere new work(s) by the student participants
• A small home group—which will feature games and social activities
• (Optional) Two, hour-long private composition les- sons—which will give students professional feedback on their music and personalized instruction
• A final, virtual concert—on Friday, July 31, 2 PM EDT

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We desire to make it possible for everyone who wants to join us to be able to participate regardless of family finances. We have a limited amount of funds available. Please email for more information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Technology Requirements:

• Desktop or laptop computer (Mac preferred)
• A separate device to record audio/video (such as a tablet or smartphone)
• Headphones or earbuds
• An external microphone and audio interface would provide a better experience, but are not mandatory
• All enrolled students will receive a FREE, 90-day license for Dorico Pro 3.5

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
• No audition or prior composition experience required.
• Base Tuition: $450
• Registration Deadline: July 1, 2020

To learn more and to register, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.musiccreatorsacademy.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: SPOTLIGHT aims to engage today's youth in the discovery of theatre's many components. In an exciting, non-competitive, fun filled environment, we strive to enrich appreciation for Theater Arts through education, creativity, and passion. Participants receive theatre arts training both on stage and backstage which strives to foster each individual's talents and aspirations with an emphasis on teamwork and personal growth.

THE SPOTLIGHT THEATER WORKSHOP was designed not only to be a lot of fun, but to also focus on strengthening the skills of our participants and teaching them new and exciting elements involved in the performing arts. Some of our classes will include acting, singing, dancing, technical theater, improv, and auditioning skills. Also, we're very excited about incorporating film/television acting and production into the workshop!

Monologues will also be worked on during class time so that upon completion of the program, participants will be comfortable using their pieces at auditions in the future. There will also be many outdoor activities, free time, and special guests!

Our staff consists of various professional theater artists who are extremely passionate about both performing and teaching their skills to others! See you soon!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited number of scholarships available

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for dates and tuition costs.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are a 32 room facility with classrooms, comfortable individual and group therapy spaces, a breakfast room, a living room for morning meeting, as well as a Nurse's office.

There is also an outdoor play space, garden, and an outdoor pool, basketball court, and a gym/fitness center. We also have use of 500 acres of conservation land for learning and fitness.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Sunshine, dba Reed Academy was established in 1975, to provide a camp-like atmosphere where boys, ages 6-18 have a program where they can flourish with summer activities, and still maintain the skills that they have been learning throughout the school year.

Camp Sunshine, dba Reed Academy has grown to be a full year program. Reed Academy, the 12 month program is dedicated to helping boys with social and emotional needs. The highly structured program is to promote academic growth as well as providing an extended day for students to engage in fun and supervised activities.

Our camp programming works with each child's IEP, and provides additional focus on strengthening of adaptive daily living skills, social skills, and self-esteem building. Our classrooms are small, with ratios 4/5 students to each certified special education teacher, allowing the behavioral and educational needs of each student to be met with care and compassion.

Camp Sunshine, dba Reed Academy also has a full time LICSW and clinical staff on board to assist in providing support within the therapeutic milieu. In addition, the Executive Director, Academic Director, and Program Coordinator work closely with the students and staff members.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp Sunshine, dba Reed Academy, will review each case separately, based on student need.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We strive to include family members in activities and clinical sessions as they are able.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Sunshine, dba Reed Academy, has grown to be a full year program. Reed Academy, the 12 month program is dedicated to helping boys with social and emotional needs. The highly structured program is to promote academic growth as well as providing an extended day for students to engage in fun and supervised activities.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please contact our Program Coordinator, at 508-877-1222 to reserve a space for the upcoming session.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The 2019 Summer Program will begin on July 8, and end on August 16th. Fees are based on the daily school rate set by the Executive Office for Administration and Finance, operational services division.

Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.reedacademy.org for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Seeking summer counselors, SPED certification a plus, as well as certified pool lifeguards.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Specializing in teaching Pop/Rock/R&B/Jazz/Country, Musical Theater, Blues, and more, Patrice Peris Voice Studios can help you reach your goals whether you're a beginner or a seasoned Professional! We have had studio artist performances at major stadiums, such as Gillette Stadium, Fenway Park, and the DCU Center as well as a student accompaniment with Major Label artist Eminem! We have also helped land private auditions for some of TV’s top Reality shows!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 24th - 28th
11:00-3:00 PM
$350

CAMP FACILITIES: Numerous playing fields
• Canoeing, kayaking and row boating
• Four HEATED pools
• Two gyms
• Three archery ranges
• Multimedia labs
• Indoor field house
• Indoor and outdoor tennis courts
• Ceramics studio
• Low and high ropes courses
• Photography dark room
• Use of most school buildings, Lawrence
Auditorium and utilization of many
classroom spaces.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: ACA Accredited Nobles Day Camp adheres to the philosophy of our founders Grandin Wise and George K. Bird, who established the camp in 1948. We provide a safe and supportive environment for our campers to enjoy recreation in a fun and non-competitive atmosphere. Our campers learn to take positive risks and respect the rights of others while developing positive self-esteem and building long-lasting friendships.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Although we would like to help as many children attend Nobles Day Camp as possible, we have limited funds for camper assistance. We do offer a sliding scale fee for the following 2 week blocks: Week 1 & 2 and/ or Week 7 & 8. Timeline: Completed applications are processed on a first come, first serve basis between February 1–April 30, 2015, provided that space is still available. Does not apply to Early Bird Special. Call the camp office for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
CAMP DATES
Minimum of 2 consecutive weeks.
WEEK 1 June 26–June 30
WEEK 2* July 3–July 7
WEEK 3 July 10–July 14
WEEK 4 July 17–July 21
WEEK 5 July 24–July 28
WEEK 6 July 31–August 4
WEEK 7 August 7–August 11
WEEK 8* August 14–August 18
9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Owls through entering 7th grade)
$660 per week with the exception of:
Week 2 - $550 (no camp Tuesday, July 4)
Week 8 - $558
(camp closes at noon Friday, August 18)
9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Teen Programs - entering 8th & 9th grades)
$780 per week with the exception of:
Week 2 - $655 (no camp Friday, July 3)
Week 8 - $720
(camp closes at noon Friday, August 18)
9 a.m.–2 p.m. (offered to Owls - entering 6th grade)
$570 per week with the exception of:
Week 2 - $475 (no camp Tuesday, July 4)
Week 8 - $535
(camp closes at noon Friday, August 21)

CAMP FACILITIES: Outdoor Facilities:
Heated In-ground Swimming Pool
Playing Fields (2)
Playground
Nature Station
Archery Range
Courtyard
Gaga Pit
Four square court

Indoor Facilities:
Air-Conditioned Chase Building
State-of-the-art Theatre
Dance Studio
Arts & Crafts Room
Music Studio
Thompson Gymnasium
Ceramics Studio
Lego Room
Game Room

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Brimmer and May Day Camp is specifically designed with the younger child in mind. Our goal is to enrich your child's summer experience through play, success, and engagement with other children and with our committed staff. All of our Head Counselors and Specialty Counselors are over 21 years old and most specialize in early childhood education and development. Every day each child from 3 to 10 years old will do a variety of activities: Music, Arts and Crafts, Sports and Games, Drama, Lego, Clay, Nature, Swimming.

Every child at Brimmer and May Day Camp swims every day in our heated pool and no one needs to come to camp knowing how to swim. We will teach your child how to swim!

Our Specialty Programs are taught by Brimmer and May faculty who have designed their program to enhance your child's summer learning in a creative way. They will be encouraged to attempt new things, test themselves and learn new stuff! They will get an hour of free swim in our heated pool every day.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Counselor-in-Training program at Brimmer and May will provide an opportunity for students entering ninth and tenth grade to teach and work with younger campers as apprentice counselors while learning the ropes. CITs (also known as Campers-in-Transition) are under the supervision and direction of experienced professional staff. CITs will get an opportunity to work with each age group, and when appropriate, be asked to lead activities. Weekly meetings provide feedback and guidance throughout the summer.

CIT applicants must be available for the full camp day (8:15-4:15 p.m.) and can select either a full summer (all 8 weeks of the program) or either of two four-week sessions (first or second half of summer). CIT's are also required to attend pre-camp staff orientation.

See our website for more details!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Brimmer and May offers siblings discounts and 8-week discounts for families registered for all 8 weeks of the Day Camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Specialty Camps run between June 15 - 19 and again August 17-21.

Day Camp runs in two week sessions beginning June 22. Campers can sign up for one or more sessions.
Session One: June 22 - July 3
Session Two: July 6 - 17
Session Three: July 20-31
Session Four: August 3-14.

Extended Day options are available for Day Camp and for most of the Specialty Camps.
Please see our website for pricing information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
At Brimmer and May Camps we are always looking for dynamic, responsible people to work with us!

We hire COUNSELORS who work directly with a group of campers and SPECIALISTS who lead activities (Music, Theater, Arts & Crafts, Clay, Sports & Games, Swimming), Nature, Karate, Movement (yoga, zumba, dance).

Contact Director, Cassie Abodeely at camp[AT]brimmer.org with questions or send a resume and completed Application, available at: Our Camp Website Link: www.brimmersummer.org to Cassie. 

CAMP FACILITIES: Our school is made up of 4 buildings. We house 70 dorm rooms, a dining hall, classrooms, library, media centers and much more. We have 6 tennis courts, an outdoor pool, fitness center, art and theater areas. Outside we are set on 100 acres of land that include forest and vast open spaces. Our barn is our pride and joy and at this point is the home to 35 school horses.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Speak Up I: Introduction to Debate and Public Speaking Camp is designed for campers who have little or no experience in speaking in front of a group. Our goals are to have fun and learn some ways to use our voices effectively.

Speak Up II: This camp is designed for high school students ready to refresh, refine, and advance their public speaking skills. Gain confidence as you learn from and with others who are seeking to enhance their voice powers/amplify their voices? in a fun, supportive environment!

Performing Arts: Campers will take part in dance, voice and theater.

Bonnie Castle Equestrian: Premiere riding camp for beginner and experienced riders. This summer we will be offering the British Horse Society Program challenge awards, where campers will work at their own pace to complete learning opportunities as equestrians.

Campers are taught by Stoneleigh-Burnham staff. Counselors for the residential programs are CPR and first aid certified as well as we complete criminal offender and sex offender background checks.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited financial assistance to those that qualify. Please inquire to hgebo[AT]sbschool.org for application.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camps Offered: Speak Up I & II, Performing Arts, & Bonnie Castle Riding Camp (equestrian)

Speak Up camps are for debate and public speaking. Campers will learn the art of conversational and competitive speaking. As well as learn to use their voce for effective communication and advocacy.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Speak Up Camps: June 20-June 26, girls ages 10-16
Performing Arts: June 27-July 3, coed ages 10-18
Bonnie Castle Riding Camp: girls ages 8-16
Week 1 June 27-July 3
Week 2 July 4-July 10
Week 3 July 11- July 17