SBEF Signature program

Summer String
Camp

Providing an enriching and affordable summer music experience for kids since 1989. This camp welcomes incoming 4-12th grade students, all levels.

Register for Summer String Camp 2026

Summer Camp Dates: June 15-June 26th

Tuition:
$250 Full and $50 Scholarship

Location: La Colina Junior High School Performing Arts Wing

All levels are welcome including beginning, intermediate, and advanced players.

SBEF- Nick Rail Summer Camp

For scholarships, please read below and fill out a paper registration form.

String camp welcomes all string students who are incoming 4-9th grade students to play violin, viola, cello, or upright bass.

SBEF - Summer String Camp

Campers will play musical games, gain technical skill on their instrument, make friends, have fun in a supportive environment, and give a concert for family and friends at the end of camp!

**If your student does not own an instrument, they can rent one from Nick Rail Music Store or ask their current music/band teacher to borrow one for the camp.

Scholarship Information

If you qualify for a scholarship, the cost is $50 per student for each camp. REQUEST CAMP SCHOLARSHIP HERE. Please print and fill out this registration form and submit with a short letter via email ka***@*******************on.org stating your reason for requesting a scholarship with this application. You can also mail in the letter or drop by the office. Katie Szopa will contact you after she has received your paperwork for payment.

Refund Policy

Refunds for withdrawals will only be issued before June 8, 2026. The $50 non-refundable registration fee will be retained to cover the processing costs of withdraws. No refunds will be provided after the first day of the camp.

En Espanol

Por favor, seleccione la traducción al español del sitio web en la esquina superior derecha donde dice: “traducción al español”.

Beca: Si calificas para una beca, el costo es de $50 por estudiante para cada campamento.

SOLICITA LA BECA AQUÍ

Imprima y complete este formulario de registro y envíelo con una breve carta por correo electrónico ka***@*******************on.org indicando el motivo para solicitar una beca con esta solicitud.

También puede enviar la carta por correo o pasar por la oficina. Katie Szopa se comunicará con usted después de haber recibido su documentación para el pago.

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