7th Annual Summer Intensive Percussion Camp and Caldwell Rocks Rhythm Section Workshop

Feb. 13, 2018 – Caldwell University will hold its 7th annual Summer Intensive Percussion Camp July 16-21 and Caldwell Rocks, a one-day rhythm section workshop Sat. July 14.

The percussion camp is open to students ages 13 and up.  The students are immersed in the percussion world and have the opportunity to participate in ensembles and clinics, interact with music professionals, and take a trip to New York City to see a show.  The week culminates with a concert on Sat. July 21 for family and friends.

Over the years, world renowned drummers and percussionists who have performed on Broadway and toured nationally, have presented a variety of percussion styles at the camp.  They include Grammy winners Andres Forero (Hamilton) and Mark Guiliana (David Bowie) as well as Tommy Igoe (Performer, Author, Educator) Joe Bergamini (Broadway) Chuck Burgi (Billy Joel) Dom Famularo (The Global Drum Ambassador) Rolando Morales-Matos (Lion King, Ron Carter) and Dennis DeLucia (DCI Hall of Fame).

Daily activities include drum set, world drumming, classical percussion, percussion ensemble, ensemble rehearsals and master and technique classes. No formal audition is required for the camp. Early registration is recommended. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

The one-day Caldwell Rocks workshop is open to all guitar and bass players, keyboardists and drummers.  Students will learn from and perform with a professional rhythm section.

The combination package tuition for the percussion camp week and the Caldwell Rocks workshop is $850.  The percussion camp only tuition is $699, which includes lunches, snacks and transportation and a ticket to a New York City event.  There is a 10% discount for the combination package or the camp only, if tuition is paid in full by June 1.   The residential option tuition for those who would like to stay on campus is $1,275 which includes all meals and housing. There is a $75.00 discount for the residential option available with a 20% deposit made by May 1.  The Caldwell Rocks workshop is $179, which includes lunch and snacks.

Download the brochure and application form on the Music Department page.

For additional information contact Dr. Nan Childress Orchard at Nchildress@caldwell.edu or 973-618-3587.