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AQ Summer Jazz Camp

The very popular AQ Summer Jazz Camp has been a true treasure for West Michigan students for almost 40 years! The faculty of the AQ Music Department in collaboration with expert Jazz musicians from various parts of Michigan, are very excited to host the annual Summer Jazz Camp again in 2024, coming back stronger than ever with this creative, expressive, and educational experience that has been enjoyed by so many young musicians! The camp fee includes all materials, classes, lunches and a camp T-Shirt!

Event Registration Details
June 15th - 20th, 2025

Grades: 6th - 12th

Time:
June 15th | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm     
June 16th – 20th | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cost: 
Day Camp | $350*
Overnight Camp | $650*

REGISTER
Location: Aquinas College Art & Music Center, Grand Rapids, MI

*After May 15, registrations will only be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

SCHOLARSHIPS
This year, the AQ Summer Jazz Camp offers 10 half-tuition scholarships for students who are completing grades 6-12 and have high financial needs. Interested campers can apply here. Scholarship applications are due May 1, 2025.

HIGHLIGHTS
Combos, big bands, faculty concerts, concerts featuring students with Faculty, Master classes and electives

CHOICES
Jazz Theory, Improvisation, Jazz Styles and Analysis, Instrument Masterclasses, and Hand Drumming.

INSTRUCTORS
All camp instructors are recognized jazz masters whose careers as teachers and players are well established and widely respected.


CONTACT
Dr. Tom Polett | Camp Director 
Professor of Music
tcp001@aquinas.edu | 217-242-8702
 
View the Aquinas College policy regarding Minors on Campus (PDF)
Aquinas College has been accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)