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Usdan Center: Music Summer Camp on Long Island
Overview
A comprehensive music program on Long Island serving grades 2–12, offering instruction in concert band, orchestra, jazz, vocal ensembles, piano, guitar, and composition across 4-week and 1-week sessions with small class sizes and open-air studios.
At a glance
Deadline
Oct 6328 days
Sessions
Jun1–4 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Wheatley Heights, NY
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $3,500
Entering grades
Below 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Audition-based for select classes (Jazz Ensemble Major, Piano Majors, Concert Band, Orchestra require audition or placement video); Composition Major requires demonstrated interest
Application requirements
Concert Band/Orchestra
Minimum 1 year playing experience and ability to read music
Jazz Ensemble Major
Audition required; submit audition recording after enrollment
Jazz Ensemble Minor
Proficiency on instrument and ability to read sheet music
Piano Majors
3+ years experience (Junior) or 4+ years experience (Senior); audition/placement video required
Guitar
Varies by level (1–2 years for intermediate)
Composition Major
1 year reading music experience; deep interest in or experience composing
Chamber Ensemble
Advanced beginner to intermediate level
Cost & sessions
Cost not stated on this page; Music Merit Scholarship Program awards 10–95% of tuition for eligible 4- or 8-week Music Majors
Financial aid
Music Merit Scholarship Program awards 10–95% of tuition for 4- or 8-week Classic Program Music Majors for instrumentalists and vocalists in NYC and Long Island areas; general scholarships and tuition assistance available through Usdan
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