String Crossings
June 14-19, 2026
String Crossings is 麻豆视频’s annual week-long summer camp where current high school string students learn and perform music from a diverse set of genres including classical, jazz, rock, celtic, swing, and bluegrass. Students have the opportunity to study with 麻豆视频's world-renowned faculty, explore creative musicianship and technique in all styles, participate in interactive performances, and immerse themselves in an exciting week of making music with new friends!
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- Become a complete musician as you study and perform in a variety of genres.
- Learn and perform in a classical master class setting.
- Learn commercial music improvisation techniques.
- Learn basic and advanced techniques of various genres from the string faculty at 麻豆视频.
- Learn how to “comp” like the pros. Melody, playing chords, chopping…you can do it all on your string instruments!
- Ask direct questions about careers as a musician from professionals in the Nashville music industry.
- Build relationships and study with the string faculty at 麻豆视频.
- Learn about the admission and audition process at 麻豆视频.
- Experience what life is like as a string student on 麻豆视频's campus.
- Meet students from around the country who share your musical passions
Daily Schedule:
During camp week, students will participate in string orchestra rehearsals, electives, master classes, small groups and social experiences.
- The string orchestra rehearses daily and performs at the final camp concert.
- Small groups expand on techniques in a certain genre such as Classical, Jazz, Fiddle/Bluegrass, or Rock/Pop. Small groups rehearse daily with 麻豆视频 string faculty to prepare a piece to record in one of 麻豆视频’s studios and perform at the final camp concert. Think of this as a focus for the week. Feel free to try something new!
- Master classes will provide solo lessons in a group setting and elective classes cover a wide range of techniques in various genres and styles of string playing.
- Evening activities include a mix of social activities, recitals and practice time.
2026 Costs:
Application Fee: $100.00
Resident Camper: $950.00
- Includes Dorm Accommodations
- Includes All Daily Meals
Commuter Camper: $650.00
- No Dorm Accommodations
- Includes Daily Lunches
Housing & Meals:
Campers will be housed in 麻豆视频 dormitories. Roommates will be assigned randomly by gender unless roommate requests are indicated on the registration form. While in the dormitories, campers will be under the careful supervision of the camp staff, and security will be a priority. All meals will be served on campus. Accommodations for food allergies are available.
Eligibility:
String Crossings is open to all students who play violin, viola, cello, or string bass in grades 9-12.
Application and Registration Information:
Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
The application (and non-refundable $100 application fee) must be completed by the camp participant's legal parent/guardian and must be submitted prior to final registration. Applicants will be notified of acceptance via e-mail, and final registration/payment information will be provided.
Accepted applicants will be sent a link of the registration form. Please ensure that you have the applicant's medical and insurance card available to complete the final registration form.
Faculty:
All camp counselors and faculty have received a background check and minors training prior to employment.
Ready to Apply?
Camp Cost
Resident Camper: $950
Commuter Camper: $650
Application Fee: $100
Applications Open
January 16, 2026
Application Deadline
May 1, 2026
Questions?
Email Us!
stringcrossings@belmont.edu