Quick Answers to Common Questions
Who can attend the 2024 Camp?
String players and singers of all ages. We specialize in choirs and orchestras.
What do you have for woodwind, brass and percussion players?
This year we are hiring all professional symphonic musicians to play in our concerts. Beginning in 2025, we are offering woodwinds and brass players of all ages some new and exciting opportunities. These will be announced as information becomes available.
Do I need to audition?
Yes. All participants submit a small entrance audition this year. In early March, music is distributed for the placement/seating auditions. Visit the audition update for instructions.
How do I enroll?
Registration is open! Visit our Registration Page to enroll for classes.
Where is the camp?
Waterford School Music Campus
9502 S 1700 E, Sandy, UT 84093
Will there be parking close to the school?
Yes! We have parking at the Music Building this year as well as access to the drop-off circle.
Which Orchestra is right for my child?
All ensembles are age and experience specific. Tuition for each orchestra in your age group is the same. Your entrance audition combined with your age help us determine the best fit.
Click below for repertoire and audition requirements:
Bambini age 4-6
Da Capo & Choristers age 7-11
Chamber & Choristers age 7-11
Symphony age 12-18+
Philharmonia age 15-21+
All full-day participants are given the opportunity to sing in a choir at no extra cost.
It is important that you register and begin working on your music as early as possible in order to ensure preparedness for camp. Every ensemble is designed to stretch your abilities and help grow you into the best musician you can be through practice and preparation.
When do I get my T-Shirt?
T-shirts, comprehensive schedules, name tags, school maps, and other important items will be distributed at check-in. All items will be in gift bags organized by family/last name. You select your t-shirt size and color at registration.
Is lunch provided?
No. Please bring a sack lunch each day. Pizza Dinner is provided on Friday for all camp participants who perform in the Masterworks Concert. There is also a small snack provided for performers on Saturday morning between the sound checks and Grand Finale Concert.
When do workshop participants need to arrive?
Plan ahead for morning traffic so that you can have everyone in the building by 8:15 AM on Monday morning for the Camp Photo, Orientation and Faculty Recital. You’ll have a few extra minutes at the end to find your room and tune up your instrument, etc. Classes & Rehearsals begin promptly at 9:30 AM each day. Please be seated in your first class no later than 9:20 AM Tuesday-Friday. Sound Checks begin at 9:15 AM Saturday morning.
What COVID precautions are being taken?
We are watching the public health situation carefully. We follow all of the guidelines recommended by the venues where we are meeting, and update our policies and procedures based on recommendations from public health professionals. Masks are welcome, and we respectfully require that anyone with symptoms or recent exposure remain at home and follow CDC and state guidelines. Vaccination is not required for participation.
Can I sing in the choir AND play in the orchestra?
Yes. All ensembles allow for both.
I’ve registered, now what?
It will take a few weeks for us to watch any audition videos, but you should hear back from us fairly quickly. Please give us until March to distribute music.
If you don’t hear from us by March 31, please reach out to us at vivacefamilycamp@gmail.com
What is the daily schedule?
Subject to change, the schedule Monday through Thursday includes the following:
9:30-12:20 Classes & Rehearsals
12:30-1:20 Lunch
1:30-3:20 Classes & Rehearsals
3:30-4:20 Optional Small Ensembles or Chamber Music
On Monday only, 8:30-9:20 AM Camp Photo, Welcome Orientation, and Faculty Recital.
Friday’s schedule includes dress rehearsals, planned activities, an 11:00AM-12:30PM Small Ensembles Concert and 6:30PM Masterworks Concert.
Saturday is a brief 9:00-10:50AM Sound Check and an amazing 11:00AM-12:00PM Grand Finale Concert with snacks served between for the musicians.
For a more detailed, day-by-day schedule, Click Here.
I’ve already been accepted. Why do I need to submit a seating audition?
The primary purpose of all auditions is to motivate young musicians to practice so they can perform confidently and enjoy themselves more fully during the camp. It also ensures placement in a group at the appropriate level before the first day of camp, and helps us pair up stand partners with complimentary strengths.
Thank you for your patience as we continue to make changes to improve the overall quality of your camp experience.
What is the cost to attend?
Age 4-6
$229 Full Day
$129 Strings & Singers 9:30-11:20AM
Age 7-11
$279 Full Day
$229 Orchestra Only 9:30AM-2:20PM
$179 Choir Only 9:30AM-12:20PM
Age 12-21+
$279 Full Day
A La Carte
$79 Small Ensembles Various Times
$79 Camp Chorus 1:30-2:20PM
$79 Orchestra for Adults 2:30-3:20PM
Those participating in orchestra offerings can also join a String Quartet.
$79 String Quartet 3:30-4:20PM
There is a $10 Registration Fee for all participants. This is not reflected in the above prices. Beginning March 16, 2024, this fee will increase to $50.
Is Scholarship and Financial Aid Available?
Yes! We want everyone who is willing to practice and prepare to be able to come and have this incredible opportunity. Please reach out to our support team at vivacefamilycamp@gmail.com.
Parent Volunteers also receive a discount for tuition. If you have any time before, during or immediately following camp, we can use you! Sign up to be a volunteer on the registration page.
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