A semi-circle of gleaming orchestral instruments—violins, violas, cellos, flutes, clarinets, trumpets, and a polished French horn—rest neatly on black rehearsal chairs in a bright, modern music hall. Empty music stands hold crisp, blank sheets, suggesting new beginnings. Afternoon sunlight streams through high windows, creating soft reflections on lacquered wood and brass and casting gentle shadows across the honey-colored floor. Photographic realism at eye level, with sharp focus on the front row of instruments and a subtly blurred tiered stage behind. The mood is welcoming and playful, as if inviting adults of any skill level to pick up an instrument and join the ensemble at an easygoing summer camp.

July 26-31, 2027 ——-Registration Deadline: June 1, 2027

Summer music camp for adults of all skill levels! Registration now open!

Make music this summer!

Adult Summer Music Camp (ASMC) is a welcoming space where any adult (age 21 +) can sing or play! Sing in the Choir, or play in the Concert Band or String Orchestra—you can also do chamber music or jazz combos if you feel so inclined! Every evening will also feature a social activity or a special guest artist concert. Whether you are dusting off an instrument or have been playing for years, this is the camp for you! Held on the beautiful campus of Columbia International University in Columbia, South Carolina!

Address: 7435 Monticello Rd, Columbia, SC 29203

ASMC is a non profit organization registered with state and federal governments and has a EIN of 42-3677125

World Class Clinicians

Dr. Les Hicken, Concert Band

Emeritus Director of Bands, Furman University

Dr. Sonja Sepulveda, Choir

ACDA Lifetime Achievement Award and Music Director of the Palmetto Voices and Spiritual Ensemble

Dr. Gail Barnes, String Orchestra

Distinguished Professor Emerita and former Director of the Univ. of SC String Project

Tuition

$750

All skill levels accepted

Chamber Music

Practice spaces

Guest sectional clinicians

Guest Artists Series Concerts

Final Concert