Music Summer Camps

High school and college-bound musicians, join us for a jam-packed week of instruction this summer at Clackamas Community College!

High school and college-bound musicians, join us for a jam-packed week of instrumental instruction, rehearsals and performances this summer at Clackamas Community College! Spots are limited, so register early!

Overview

Clackamas Summer Band Camp is a week-long summer music program that's perfect for instrumental musicians of all levels who want to improve their skills, play fun and challenging wind ensemble repertoire and learn about music theory. Held at the beautiful Niemeyer Center for Performing Arts on the Oregon City campus, students learn from renowned Portland-area musicians in a comfortable college campus setting, with plenty of rehearsal time. Camp runs 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily with a Friday evening concert. Conducted by Lars Campbell, CCC director of instrumental music.

Who can attend?

Registration is open to students entering grades 9-13 with at least two years of experience in a school ensemble. Students who play flute, clarinet, bass clarinet, oboe, bassoon, saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, double bass, piano and percussion are encouraged to register! Don't see your instrument on the list? Let us know! Email ami.collofello@clackamas.edu to request a spot.

Daily schedule (tentative)

• 8:30 a.m. - Doors open for check-in and warm-up
• 9:00 a.m. - Rehearsal
• 10:30 a.m. - Music Theory
• 11:00 a.m. - Sectionals
• 12:00 p.m. - Lunch (see below for options)
• 1:00 p.m. - Elective
• 2:00 p.m. - Rehearsal
• 4:00 p.m. - Students are dismissed

Friday 7/11, 4:30 p.m. - Concert. Doors open to audience at 4:15.

Staff

Conductor: Lars Campbell, CCC director of instrumental music

Lars Campbell has been the director of instrumental music at Clackamas Community College since 2013. He directs the CCC Wind Ensemble and the CCC Jazz Ensemble, and currently serves as the chair of the Music Department. He conducts a variety of ensembles outside the college setting, in performance and recordings. He conducts at Clackamas Repertory Theater each year, leading a group of area professionals in the orchestra pit to excellent reviews. In 2021 he conducted the world premiere of Darrell Grant’s jazz opera Sanctuaries for Third Angle New Music. In addition to his conducting duties, he maintains an extremely active trombone performance career in the evenings, performing frequently with the orchestras of the Oregon Symphony, Oregon Ballet Theater and Portland Opera, as well as many jazz performance groups.

Conductor: Cynthia Plank, Beaumont Middle School music instructor

Administrative support: Ami Collofello, ami.collofello@clackamas.edu

Registration/payment

Register

To register, simply pick your instrument from the list and complete the form. We accept credit and debit cards. Refunds are available by request through Friday, June 20 at 11:59 p.m.

If registration for your selected instrument is sold out, please add your name to the wait list. We may be able to open more spots.

Sibling discount and need-based scholarship may be available. Please inquire at ami.collofello@clackamas.edu.

What to bring

• Instruments - students should expect to bring their own instruments. Piano and percussion will be provided. Loaner instruments may be available upon request.
• Equipment - students should come prepared with extra reeds, valve oil, rosin, neck straps, tuners and anything else necessary for a full day of playing. Stands and chairs are provided.
• Food/drink - students should bring refillable water bottles and snacks. Bag lunch is encouraged. Students with parent/guardian permission may leave campus for lunch.
• Clothing - students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a light jacket or sweatshirt, as building temperature may vary.

Where to go

19600 Molalla Ave.
Oregon City, OR 97045

Camp will be held at Clackamas Community College in the Niemeyer Center for Performing Arts. Free parking is available in Yellow Lot 2. Additionally, students may be dropped off/picked up at the loop directly in front of the Niemeyer Center. Students will meet and rehearse in the band room (N119) each day. Please see campus map for more information.

Questions?

Direct any questions to the Clackamas Community College Music Department:

• Ami Collofello, ami.collofello@clackamas.edu
• Lars Campbell, lars.campbell@clackamas.edu

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Welcome to the Studio Voices Summer Music Camp! 

Experience the dynamic environment of Studio Voices Summer Music Camp. New this year, we are offering two specialized tracks for students. Whether you're into harmonies, crafting compositions, or studio techniques, our camp is your platform for musical exploration.

Held at the beautiful Niemeyer Center for Performing Arts on the Oregon City campus, students will spend five days immersed in a welcoming and creative college campus setting. Come as you are; all musical skill levels are welcome!

Event Highlights:

Choral track: Immerse yourself in the world of choral singing! Ideal for those who enjoy harmonizing in a group, our Choral Track offers more than just melodies. You'll participate in dynamic rehearsals, engage in music fundamentals/theory, and explore the basics of crafting songs alongside fellow campers. Directed by Dr. Kathleen Hollingsworth, CCC's Director of Vocal Music. 

Recording track: Step into the realm of audio recording and production with our recording track! Tailored for singer-songwriters and audio enthusiasts, this track gives students the opportunity to learn recording basics and collaborate with other campers. Get a crash-course in Pro Tools recording software, record original tracks and run studio sessions. From learning live performance recording skills to recording new music in the studio, you'll unlock new possibilities in audio creation. Directed by Dave Badstubner, CCC's Music Technology program director. 

Friday Concert: Conclude the camp with a performance by the choir and singer/songwriters, while recording students have the opportunity to record live, documenting the performances. It's a culmination of the week's learning and a celebration of musical creativity!

Camp Scholarship Opportunity: We are excited to offer a camp scholarship for experienced rhythm section musicians! This opportunity allows talented pianists, bassists, and drummers to play with the choir and participate in studio sessions. Interested applicants should send a video audition showcasing their skills.

Who Can Attend?

Registration is open to musicians entering grades 9-12, as well as college students and community members. Come as you are; all musical skill levels are welcome!

Registration/Payment

Register

We accept credit/debit cards. Registration closes on Friday July 18, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Refunds available by request through Friday July 4, 2024 at 11:59 pm.

If registration is sold out, please add your name to the waitlist. We may be able to open more spots.

What To Bring

• Food/Drink: Students should bring refillable water bottles and snacks. Bag lunch is encouraged. Student with parent/guardian permission may purchase lunch off-campus.
• Clothing: students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a light jacket or sweatshirt, as building temperature may vary.

Where To Go?

19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR 97045

Camp will be held at Clackamas Community College in the Niemeyer Center for Performing Arts. Free parking is available in Yellow Lot 2. Additionally, students may be dropped off/picked up at the loop directly in front of the Niemeyer Center. Students will meet in the choir room (N114) each day. Please see campus map for more information.

Questions?

Please direct any questions to the Clackamas Community College Music Department:

Ami Collofello, ami.collofello@clackamas.edu or Kathleen Hollingsworth, kathleen.hollingsworth@clackamas.edu

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Young and aspiring musicians, join us for a week of creative exploration in music composition this summer at Clackamas Community College. Spots are limited, so register early!

Clackamas Summer Composition Camp is a week-long program designed for beginner to intermediate musicians eager to explore music composition in a hands-on, engaging environment. Using creative games, imaginative snacks, and both individual and group improvisation, participants will discover how to connect notes and create their own music.

Held at the Niemeyer Center for Performing Arts on the Oregon City campus, students will learn in a Musescore lab, where each participant will have a personal workstation with a full-sized keyboard, computer, and headphones, providing the tools to bring their musical ideas to life.. Led by experienced educators Tanya Stojanovic and Dianne Davies, this camp encourages students to experiment with sound and structure while learning the fundamentals of composition.

At the conclusion of the week, students will perform their original compositions and take home a printed copy of their work.

Camp runs from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.

WHO CAN ATTEND?

This session is designed for beginner to intermediate musicians interested in learning composition. No prior experience in composing is required, but students should have some musical background.

If you have any questions about your experience level, please email tanya.stojanovic@clackamas.edu to discuss placement.

STAFF

Tanya Stojanovic and Dianne Davies have been teaching composition for many years and enjoy helping students explore the many imaginative ways music can take shape.

REGISTRATION/PAYMENT

Register

To register, please complete the form. Payment can be made via credit/debit card. Refunds available by request through Friday July 25, 2025 at 11:59 pm.

WHAT TO BRING

• Personal materials: Students may bring notebooks, pencils, and any personal composition tools.
• Equipment: Students will have access to MIDI keyboards, computers, and headphones. No other equipment is neccessary.
• Food/drink: Students should bring refillable water bottles and snacks. Bag lunch is encouraged. There is no food or drink allowed in the computer lab; breaks will be available for students.
• Clothing: Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a light jacket or sweatshirt, as building temperature may vary.

WHERE TO GO

19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR 97045

Camp will be held at Clackamas Community College in the Niemeyer Center for Performing Arts. Free parking is available in Yellow Lot 2. Additionally, students may be dropped off/picked up at the loop directly in front of the Niemeyer Center. Students will meet in the computer lab upstairs (N216) each day. Please see campus map for more information.

QUESTIONS?

Please direct any questions to the Clackamas Community College Music Department:

Tanya Stojanovic, tanya.stojanovic@clackamas.edu or Ami Collofello, ami.collofello@clackamas.edu

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