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Find on-campus or online summer programs for your experience level in music performance, theater, dance, music production, songwriting, and music business.

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Boston

Ages 15+

College Credit-Eligible

Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive

The world's most comprehensive summer music performance program, Aspire draws students to Boston from over 70 countries.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 5-Aug 9

Tuition $5,430

Housing $4,200
Boston

Ages 15+

Bass Workshop

Become a more versatile player in this program hosted by the Berklee Bass Department and Victor Wooten.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 21-Jun 23

Tuition $777

Housing $537
Boston

Ages 15+

Brass Workshop

Study with world-class faculty to take your performance skills to new levels.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 17-Jun 22

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Boston

Ages 15-25

Commercial Dance Intensive (CDI)

Explore various dance forms that are necessary to succeed in the entertainment industry.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 8-Jul 26

Tuition $2,720

Housing $2,400
Boston

Ages 9-17

Day Sessions: ABLE

Experience music through drumming, singing, and music technology workshops. (For musicians with disabilities.)

Registration Closed

Multiple Weeks Available

Week 1 Jul 29-Aug 2

Week 2 Aug 5-Aug 9

Tuition $1,100 / week
Boston

Ages 12-14

Day Sessions: Music

For middle schoolers of all levels, styles, and backgrounds. Explore theory, harmony, songwriting methods, and technology.

Registration Closed

Multiple Weeks Available

Week 1 Jul 8-Jul 12

Week 2 Jul 15-Jul 19

Week 3 Jul 22-Jul 26

Week 4 Jul 29-Aug 2

Tuition $1,100 / week
Boston

Ages 15+

Drums and Percussion Workshop

Explore the possibilities in a world of rhythm.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 14-Jun 16

Tuition $777

Housing $537
Boston

Ages 15+

Electronic Music Production and Sound Design Workshop

Push your limits as an electronic musician, and develop your skills in sound design, production, and laptop performance.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 24-Jun 28

Tuition $2,925

Housing $895
Los Angeles

Ages 14+

Film, TV, and Game Scoring Program in Los Angeles

Discover easy-to-learn but powerful compositional tools to write cinematic music.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 29-Aug 2

Tuition $1,745
Boston

Ages 15+

Global String Program

Learn from some of the world’s leading string virtuosos and educators.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 24-Jun 28

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Boston

Ages 15+

Gospel Performance Program

Open to instrumentalists or vocalists, this program allows you to become fully immersed in the tradition of gospel music.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 22-Jul 26

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Boston

Ages 15+

Guitar Sessions

Learn to play guitar like a professional in this comprehensive course designed to provide you with practical performance experience.

Registration Closed

Dates Aug 12-Aug 16

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Boston

Ages 15-19

High School Composition Intensive (HSCI)

Develop a portfolio of works and hear them performed by the program’s professional ensemble.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 15-Jul 27

Tuition $2,132

Housing $1,560
Boston

Ages 15-20

Music Business Program

Hone your entrepreneurial skills and inner creativity.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 24-Jun 28

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Boston

Ages 15+

Music Production Workshop

Explore a range of techniques used in recording, editing, and mixing, supported by your digital audio workstation of choice.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 21-Jun 23

Tuition $1,755

Housing $537
Boston

Ages 15-25

Musical Theater Acting Intensive (MTAI)

Delve deep into the complex art of character development with intensive studies in acting, singing, and movement.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 8-Jul 27

Tuition $2,720

Housing $2,400
Boston

Ages 15-25

Musical Theater Dance Intensive (MTDI)

Learn what it takes to be a well-rounded performer on Broadway with in-depth training in dance, voice, and acting.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 17-Jul 6

Tuition $2,720

Housing $2,400
Boston

Ages 15+

Musical Theater Workshop

Do you dream of taking the stage in a big musical production? Refine your talent with Musical Theater Workshop.

Registration Closed

Dates Aug 12-Aug 16

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Online

Ages 14+

College Credit-Eligible

Online Summer Courses

Advance your skills in music performance, music business, production, songwriting, film scoring, and more.

Dates May 28-Aug 18

Tuition $1,515
Boston

Ages 15+

Piano/Keyboard Workshop

Become fully immersed in piano, keyboard, and Hammond organ performance.

Registration Closed

Dates Aug 12-Aug 16

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Los Angeles

Ages 14+

Songwriting Sessions in Los Angeles

Discover the art of songwriting and production by exploring melody, rhythm, harmony, lyrics, and the latest technology.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 22-Jul 26

Tuition $1,745
Boston

Ages 15+

Songwriting Workshop

In this one-week program, you'll receive expert support and feedback on your original material from current industry professionals.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 24-Jun 28

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Valencia

Ages 15+

Spain Summer Performance Program

Enjoy two weeks of comprehensive, world-class music performance instruction.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 15-Jul 26

Tuition $2,630
Boston

Ages 15-22

Summer Dance Intensive (SDI)

Dancers, transform your technique and ignite your artistry while expanding into modern dance and improvisation.

Registration Closed

Dates Jul 22-Aug 10

Tuition $2,720

Housing $2,400
Boston

Ages 15+

Vocal Summit

Open to vocalists of all varieties, the Vocal Summit will let you explore the world of contemporary vocal music.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 17-Jun 22

Tuition $1,295

Housing $895
Boston

Ages 15-18

Vocal/Choral Intensive (VCI)

Discover your potential as a solo performer in musical theater or classical music settings.

Registration Closed

Dates Jun 24-Jul 7

Tuition $2,132

Housing $1,560
Boston

Ages 12-14

Youth Musical Theater Summer Program

This one- or two-week program helps students develop foundational skills to become collaborative performers.

Registration Closed

Multiple Weeks Available

Week 1 Jul 29-Aug 2

Week 2 Aug 5-Aug 9

Tuition $1,100 / week