Summer Camps

Music Exploration Camp

Students Entering Grades 2-6 (Fall 2026) | $175

Camp Dates:
June 22 - 26, 2026 | MG Mansion
July 13 - 17, 2026 | St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
August 3 - 7, 2026 | Blessed Sacrament Catholic School

At our Music Exploration Camps, children entering grades 2 – 6 will meet new friends while learning about music- by making music! Campers will sing, drum, and play ukulele every day- AND have an opportunity to meet instruments through performances from our amazing Conservatory faculty. No prior experience is needed, but enthusiasm for music and fun is absolutely required! On the last day of our week together, it will be the campers’ turn to take the stage and perform in a final showcase that will be open for all to attend!

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Jazz Camp

Students Entering Grades 6-12 (Fall 2026) | $395

Camp Dates: July 6 - 10, 2026

Middle and high school students will enjoy a deep-dive into jazz improvisation, music theory, music production, and history while receiving small group instruction in a jazz combo. Classes include small group combos, improvisation & music theory, electronic music production & recording, group piano class, Brazilian samba percussion ensemble, and more! Jazz Camp concludes with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.

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Adult Jazz Camp

Ages: 18+ | Cost: $155

Camp Dates:
July 7 - 8, 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00pm
July 9, 2026 | 5:30 – 7:30pm

Beginner, intermediate, and advanced adult jazz students will enjoy a 3-day schedule focused on combo performance and improvisation. This camp includes 3 rehearsal and improvisation sessions culminating in a performance during the Friday Jazz Camp showcase.

Piano Camp

Students Entering Grades 4-12 (Fall 2026) | $395

Camp Dates: July 13 - 17, 2026

Are you a school-aged piano student looking for a unique musical experience with fellow pianists? At WCM's Piano Camp, students will have the opportunity to listen to and collaborate with faculty and other students, attend specialized piano classes, explore piano chamber music, and perform in a showcase recital at the end of the week. Students will receive 1 to 2 individual private lessons with expert Conservatory piano faculty and explore a wide range of topics including sight-reading and sight-singing, transposition, jazz piano and improvisation, preparing and memorizing repertoire, collaborative piano, chamber music, and special topics in piano history.

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Percussion Camp

Students Entering Grades 6-12 (Fall 2026) | $395

Camp Dates: July 20 - 24, 2026

Immerse yourself in a diverse percussion experience this summer at WCM! Build on your technique in snare drum, drum set, and mallet classes - focusing on rhythmic and melodic theory. Discover a new palette of captivating sounds as you experience small and large chamber percussion ensembles coached by WCM teaching artists. During afternoon rotations, students will explore world percussion styles from all around the globe taught by guest artists in the Milwaukee community. Percussion camp will conclude with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.

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Chamber Music Camp

Students Entering Grades 4-12 (Fall 2026) | $395

Camp Dates: July 27 - 31, 2026

Perform as a member of a trio, quartet, or quintet- and create friendships through music! String and piano students will receive coaching, take master classes, and explore a variety of electives that help develop the musical skills needed for fun and engaging chamber music experiences! Chamber Music Camp concludes with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.

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