Location:
Gaétan-Gervais Secondary School
1075 McCraney St E,
Oakville, ON L6H 1H9
Dates:
Week 1: July 4-8
Week 2: July 11-15
...are for children aged 4 to adult—for the beginner, the experienced musician, and for everyone in between!
Founded in 1980 by Jean Grieve, the Oakville Suzuki Association Performing Arts Camp has grown from 50 campers to more than 300 each summer. This dynamic day camp attracts students, teachers, and guest conductors from all over the world.
A defining feature of our camp is daily private music instruction from one of our accomplished, professional teachers. We offer instruction in*:
Cello • Double Bass • Flute • Piano • Violin • Viola • Voice
* NOTE: not all instruments may be available in 2022
Our camp offers children of all skill levels, including beginners, an exciting experience with music, enhanced through optional classes such as drama, art, and dance. Held for two weeks in July, this fast paced camp exposes campers to many activities that will challenge them to grow musically and personally.
The programs (detailed descriptions follow):
Most programs feature private instruction in an instrument of your choice. Complementing this private instrument instruction is a combination of classes in art, dance, drama, Kodaly, instrumental group, music theory, Orff, and more. Our camp also offers students the chance to participate in one of two Orchestras, Chamber Ensembles and Choirs, as well as Music Theatre (some age limits apply).
Each child's schedule is individual, and is based on their instrument, level, and interests. All parents are welcome to attend and observe their child's private lessons.
Program choice is primarily age based…
…though exceptions may be made on an individual basis. A child's music education experience is not a factor in program selection.
A half day morning camp. Children going into JK or SK in September require a parent or caregiver to be present.
Schedule includes:
*Musical and technical concepts taught using song, rhythm, movement, games, and percussion instruments.
A full day camp, with parent or caregiver attendance optional. We encourage parental observation of the private lesson.
Schedule includes:
*extra fee applies, and the day will be extended (either beginning at 8:30am or finishing at 4:00pm)
Senior campers may be able to add a second instrument (extra fee applies) if spaces are available.
This program is a great way for our older students to earn volunteer hours while learning leadership skills. Our student leaders will have an opportunity to assist teachers and younger campers as well as continuing to receive private instruction*, participate in ensembles and chamber groups, and participate in open classes such as musical theatre or video production. Applications are available on our online registration system. Candidates must be approved by the camp administrators. Unfortunately we cannot make any exceptions to the age restriction for Student Leaders and Leaders in Training.
*extra fee applies
Some of our most frequently asked questions…
Every camper's schedule is custom built and depends on their age, chosen instrument, and interests. Start and finish times may vary between campers, but for each camper every day is the same except for Friday afternoon when we have a big concert in the cafeteria. Classes are 30, 45, or 60 minutes in length, and lunch time and a break are built in.
Camp is a wonderful place to try an instrument that you're considering for lessons, so choose the instrument that you enjoy the most. Many of our advanced students started learning their instruments at camp.
Flute, violin, viola, and cello : we do not provide these instruments at camp, and recommend renting one to those campers who don't have one or who are trying one out for the first time. See notes for rental below.
Piano and double bass: these are available for use during lessons at camp for free. Double bass players should check with The Sound Post and Long & McQuaid for availability if they wish to take one home for practice.
Instrument rentals should be arranged in advance of camp. For violin/viola/cello rentals we usually recommend that parents contact The Sound Post at www.thesoundpost.com (ph: 416-971-6990). For flute rentals we usually recommend that parents contact Long & McQuade (https://www.long-mcquade.com/ ).
Yes! The Sound Post will have a temporary onsite music store. You can purchase music (books and CDs), supplies, finalize instrument rentals and pick up rented instruments. As well, they will have lots of other items for sale.
To comply with our COVID regulations and maintain the integrity of the program, we ask that younger siblings are not brought into other classes, with the exception of very small, sleeping infants.
Refund requests must be submitted in writing by email or letter.
As musicians gain experience they will participate in one of the two Orchestras (Junior or Senior) instead of group class. Additionally, there are opportunities to rehearse and perform as part of a chamber ensemble (additional fees apply to chamber music).
Each week there are a number of opportunities for the campers to perform. We encourage you to come out as much as possible to enjoy these performances.
Performance schedules will be available and posted at camp. The Program for the Thursday evening Fundraising Concert will be emailed out the day before.
NOTE: in 2022 these performance opportunities may be altered because of COVID
Yes! We can accommodate adults in both private lessons (if space allows) and orchestra. Please contact us at info@oakvillesuzuki.org to indicate your interest.
Please send them to the registrar at: info@oakvillesuzuki.org
| 2022 Fees | OSA Member Fee* | Non Member Fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | One Week | Both Weeks | One Week | Both Weeks |
| Junior/Intermediate | $265 | $475 | $275 | $505 |
| Senior | $415 | $775 | $425 | $805 |
| Leaders in Training and Student Leaders | $200 | $380 | $210 | $400 |
Program Enhancements are available for an extra fee:
Program and Book/RCM level requirements may apply
*The $10.00/week OSA Member Discount will appear in the shopping cart
Families of more than two children in the same household will receive a 50% reduction in the base price of camp for the third (lowest price) and subsequent child. As well, a limited amount of bursary funding is available. Please download the Summer Camp Bursary Form and send it to the OSA (via email or regular mail). PLEASE NOTE: Summer Camp Bursaries are separate from the regular OSA Scholarship and Bursary Program. The deadline for application is June 30, 2022.
Refund requests must be submitted in writing by email or letter.
Oakville Suzuki Association
P.O. Box 69599
109 Thomas St.
Oakville, ON
L6J 3A7
Please contact us by email at: info@oakvillesuzuki.org if you have any questions about fees.