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Interlochen Arts Camp
Interlochen Arts Camp is… • A world-renowned summer program for young artists grades 3 through 12 • A destination for the world’s finest artists, educators, and conductors • A vibrant, creative community that unites passionate artists from around the world • A nurturing environment for developing skills in music, theatre, dance, creative writing, film, and visual arts • A beautiful campus situated between two pristine lakes on 1,200 acres of secluded woods • A flexible experience offering one, two, three, four, and six-week programs • An institution dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering both merit and need-based financial aid to provide access and opportunity to world-class arts training • An environmentally-conscious organization that both teaches and practices sustainability
The Interlochen Experience On the path from who you are to who you’ll become, between your dream and your goal, you’ll find where you belong at Interlochen. Our 90+ year past will help you create your future. Find your way here. Since 1928, northern Michigan has held a special place in the lives of dancers, actors, filmmakers, musicians, writers, and artists from all over the world. For one summer, for one session, for one magical moment, Interlochen was their home. Secluded in nature but surrounded by like-minded peers, generations of young artists have discovered their creative confidence at Interlochen Arts Camp. To tens of thousands of Interlochen alumni, their time here was invaluable. They learned from great instructors and trained with talented artists who propelled their growth. They also made lifelong friends and memories. You will too.
Junior Programs Grades 3-6 Some Junior programs require a portfolio or audition as part of the application process. Junior students must be 8 years old by the start of their summer program.
CREATIVE WRITING | 2 WEEKS DANCE | 2 WEEKS ARTS EXPLORATION | 2 WEEKS Experience varied arts disciplines with classes in creative writing, dance, music, theatre, and visual arts, plus environmental studies MUSIC | 2-4 WEEKS • Instrumental, Piano, and Vocal (2 weeks) • Advanced Piano (4 weeks) • Advanced Strings (4 weeks) THEATRE | 2-6 WEEKS • Young Actor’s Workshop (2 weeks) • Theatre Production (4 weeks) • Musical Theatre Production (6 weeks) VISUAL ARTS | 2 WEEKS
Dates 2 WEEKS June 27-July 10
4 WEEKS June 27-July 24
July 11-July 24
6 WEEKS June 27-Aug. 7
July 25-Aug. 7
CHOICE YEAR Students who are in grade 6 are eligible for either a Junior or an Intermediate program.
Intermediate Programs Grades 6-9 Many Intermediate programs require a portfolio or audition as part of the application process.
CREATIVE WRITING | 3 WEEKS DANCE | 3 WEEKS • Classical Ballet (3 weeks) • Contemporary Dance (3 weeks) MUSIC | 3-6 WEEKS Classical • Orchestra and Wind Ensemble (3 weeks) • Advanced Strings (6 weeks) • Harp (3 weeks) • Organ (3 weeks) • Piano (3 weeks) • Voice (3 weeks) Contemporary • Jazz Performance and Improvisation (3 weeks) • Rock/Pop Performance (3 weeks) • Singer-Songwriter (3 weeks) • Music Production and Engineering (3 weeks) THEATRE | 3-6 WEEKS • Acting (3 weeks) • Acting Company Production (6 weeks) • Musical Theatre (3 weeks) • Musical Theatre Production (6 weeks) • Theatre Design and Production (3 weeks)
Intermediate Programs Continued FILM AND NEW MEDIA | 3 WEEKS • Filmmaking (3 weeks) • Animation (3 weeks) ARTS MERGE | 3 WEEKS Experience varied arts disciplines with classes in creative writing, dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and interdisciplinary collaboration, plus environmental studies VISUAL ARTS | 3 WEEKS • Visual Arts (3 weeks) • Advanced Drawing and Painting (3 weeks) • Fashion (3 weeks)
Dates 3 WEEKS June 26-July 17 July 18-Aug. 8 6 WEEKS June 26-Aug. 8
CHOICE YEAR Students who are in grade 6 are eligible for either a Junior or an Intermediate program. Students who are in grade 9 are eligible for either an Intermediate or a High School program.
High School Programs Grades 9-12 Most High School programs require a portfolio or audition as part of the application process.
INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS | 3 WEEKS Classes include Producing Live Events, Leadership and Management in the Arts, and Citizen Artistry and Arts Advocacy CREATIVE WRITING | 1-3 WEEKS • Creative Writing (3 weeks) • Novel Writing Intensive (1 week) • Performance Writing and Spoken Word Intensive (1 week) • Comics and Graphic Narratives Intensive (1 week) DANCE | 1-3 WEEKS Ballet • Classical Ballet (3 weeks) • Classical Ballet Intensive (1 week) Contemporary • Contemporary Dance (3 weeks) • Contemporary Dance Intensive (1 week) • Hip Hop Intensive (1 week) FILM AND NEW MEDIA | 1-3 WEEKS • Filmmaking (3 weeks) • Animation (3 weeks) • Screenwriting Intensive (1 week)
High School Programs Continued MUSIC | 1-6 WEEKS Classical • Orchestra and Wind Ensemble (6 weeks) • Advanced String Quartet (6 weeks) • Music Composition (6 weeks) • Harp (6 weeks) • Organ (3 weeks) • Piano (3 weeks) • Voice and Opera (3 weeks) Classical Intensives • Violin Intensive (1 week) • Viola Intensive (1 week) • Cello Intensive (1 week) • Double Bass Intensive (1 week) • Advanced Flute Intensive (1 week) • Flute Intensive (1 week) • Advanced Oboe Intensive (1 week) • Oboe Intensive (1 week) • Advanced Clarinet Intensive (1 week) • Clarinet Intensive (1 week) • Saxophone Intensive (1 week) • Advanced Bassoon Intensive (1 week) • Bassoon Intensive (1 week) • Horn Intensive (1 week) • Trumpet Intensive (1 week) • Trombone, Tuba, Euphonium Intensive (1 week) • Percussion Intensive (1 week) • Piano Intensive (1 week) • Classical Guitar Intensive (1 week) • Classical Voice Intensive (1 week) Contemporary • Jazz Performance and Improvisation (3 weeks) • Jazz Piano Intensive (1 week) • Rock/Pop Performance (3 weeks) • Singer-Songwriter (3 weeks) • Music Production and Engineering (3 weeks)
CHOICE YEAR Students who are in grade 9 are eligible for either an Intermediate or a High School program
High School Programs Continued THEATRE | 1-6 WEEKS • Repertory Theatre Production (6 weeks) • Acting (3 weeks) • Acting Audition Intensive (1 week) • Musical Theatre Production (6 weeks) • Musical Theatre (3 weeks) • Musical Theatre Audition Intensive (1 week) Current and Rising Seniors • Musical Theatre Techniques Intensive (1 week) Rising Sophomores and Juniors • Theatre Design and Production (6 weeks) • Costume Design Intensive (1 week) VISUAL ARTS | 1-3 WEEKS • Visual Arts (3 weeks) • Advanced Painting (3 weeks) • Advanced Drawing (3 weeks) • Fashion (3 weeks) • Drawing and Painting Intensive (1 week) • Preparing a Portfolio for College Intensive (1 week)
Dates 1 WEEK INTENSIVES June 19-25 3 WEEKS June 26-July 17 July 18-Aug. 8 6 WEEKS June 26-Aug. 8
A Day at Interlochen Days at Interlochen Arts Camp are busy– because they’re jam-packed with learning and fun! Here’s a sample schedule:
6:40 A.M.
Line-Up
7 A.M.
Breakfast
8 A.M.
Cabin sweep
9 A.M.
Class day begins
12 P.M.
Lunch
1 P.M.
Break
2 P.M.
Class day continues
5 P.M.
Hang out with friends
5:30 P.M.
Go swimming at one of
our four waterfronts
6 P.M.
Dinner with your cabin
7 P.M.
Attend a world-class
performance
8:30 P.M.
Cabin night bonfire
* Schedule may vary slightly depending on division level and program
Northern Michigan Interlochen Center for the Arts is located in the northwest corner of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. It’s a beautiful region, full of pine forests, rolling sand dunes, and placid lakes. Michigan summers are temperate, but prepare for some fluctuation in temperature. Get ready for some of the bluest skies and brightest stars you’ve ever seen.
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Traditions Like any great summer camp, Interlochen Arts Camp has a number of fun, time-honored traditions. Here are a few of our favorites: FIRST GATHERING Campers of all ages celebrate the opening of Camp by singing “Sound the Call.” “THE INTERLOCHEN THEME” Performed at the end of every classical music performance, and often conducted by a student, “The Interlochen Theme” is an excerpt from Howard Hanson’s Symphony No. 2, “Romantic.” “COLLAGE” “Collage” is where all of Interlochen’s seven arts disciplines converge in an immersive, fast-paced performance and pop-up visual exhibition on the mall. THE MELODY FREEZE The Melody Freeze serves up thousands of frozen treats to campers each summer, including the perpetual fan fave, the $1 ice cream cone. “LES PRÉLUDES” Franz Liszt’s “Les Préludes” has been performed as the final number of Camp since 1928.
Affording Interlochen We are committed to providing access to the Interlochen experience for each and every talented student who wants to be here. Need and merit-based aid, including full-tuition scholarships, are available. More than 70% of students who apply for assistance receive financial aid. Aid is available for both domestic and international students. If you have any questions about financial aid, please contact us at campfinaid@interlochen.org. Your tuition is based on the number of weeks of your program. TUITION 1 week Intensive:
$1,625
2 week session:
$4,000
3 week session:
$6,250
4 week session:
$7,100
6 week session:
$9,750
Day Camp options available. Visit interlochen.org/daycamp for information.
Admission Info & Dates Start your application today! While spaces in our programs fill up quickly, we do our best to find a place for everyone. Here’s how to apply: 1. Go to application.interlochen.org and fill out our online application. 2. Select primary and alternate application choices. We’ll help find the right fit for you. 3. Submit your audition or portfolio, if required. OCTOBER: Applications open at application.interlochen.org JAN. 14: Priority application deadline LATE FEB./EARLY MAR.: Admission decisions for programs requiring an audition or portfolio are released. Applications submitted after Jan. 14 will be considered based on program availability. HAVE QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP: E: admission@interlochen.org P: 231.276.7472 or 800.681.5912
Top 10 Reasons to Choose Interlochen Arts Camp
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You will meet people like you You will meet people who are nothing like you You will learn a ton You will work with top-notch professionals Your art will take center stage It’s a safe place to try your best, sometimes fail, and experience success
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You may discover new artistic passions
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You will experience great theatre, art, dance, and film; hear phenomenal music; and listen to incredible storytellers and writers It’s fun and there is ice cream You will find inspiration and develop confidence 231.276.7472 | admission@interlochen.org