Music & Gospel Arts Camp...
MUSIC AND GOSPEL ARTS CAMP
Camp Ponderosa Ranch
JULY 6 - 13, 2024 | ages 8 - 17
GENERAL INFORMATION
Who is it for?
The Salvation Army Southwest Music and Gospel Arts Camp is specifically designed for young people age 8 - 17 who are interested in piano, guitar, brass etc. All levels of experience are encouraged to participate.
What does it provide?
This program provides an opportunity for young people to improve their musical/creative ability, participate in large choirs, and just generally have a great time making music with others!
How does the Summer Program work?
The Southwest Music and Gospel Arts Camp offers specialized instruction, introducing your child to new musical/creative skills and ideas. All types of music and creative expressions make this program a truly unique experience for any child interested in music and creative studies.
We are excited to introduce the Music/Arts Leadership Track, designed to enrich and rejuvenate the Music and Creative Arts programs at your Corps. In recent years, there has been a significant decrease in qualified leaders within ministry, notably in Music and Creative Arts.
By training our youth as Student Leaders, we aim to initiate or revive the Music and Creative Arts ministry across our Corps and Division. This is an opportunity for your Student Leaders to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.
Prerequisites:
Music Leadership:-
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You should be able to play an instrument.
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Have a basic knowledge in music theory.
(Staff, Clefs, Time and Key Signatures, Rhythm etc.)
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Participate at your corps in a Musical capacity.
Creative Arts Leadership:-
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You should have some knowledge in a Creative Arts area (Dance, Drama etc.)
(Blocking, Staging Areas, Props etc.)
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Participate at your corps in a Creative Arts capacity.
NOTE: Each delegate in the Leadership Track should be able to attend other leadership workshops throughout the year. We will also follow-up and evaluate you at their corps.
Leadership Track Duties:
Assist with a Main Study Class. (Class Librarian, Class Manager etc.)
Assist with a Choir Class.
Attend Leadership Track Class
Participate during Music Camp Staff Fun Night.
MAIN CLASSES
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Brass/Concert Banding
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Keyboard/Piano
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Guitar/Bass Guitar
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Drumline (Limited to 10 Students)
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Drama
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Dance
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Leadership Track (Age 18 - 20)
ELECTIVE CLASSES
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Hip-Hop Dance
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Devotions In Motion
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Worship Keyboard/Piano
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Recorder Choir
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Ukulele
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Video Production (Basics)
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Choir Chimes
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Visual Arts
Please note that each Elective has limited space. For each delegate, you must choose a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd preference. It is not possible to place all delegates from the same corps into the same Elective. Thank you for understanding and planning accordingly.
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What is the cost?Our Music Day Camp fee at our Glendale location is $10 per child, at our Tucson location the cost is $50 per child. (meals are included)
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What form of payments will you accept?You are able to pay either by cash or check. Payment is due no later than the first day of the Camp.
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How do I register my child?Fill in the registration form with all requested information (including Main and Elective Classes). You can either scan and upload form, or hand deliver form to Day Camp location.
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What is the Music Day Camp schedule?We start at 9:00AM with registration, and the kids are dismissed at 3:00PM.
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Is lunch provided?Yes! Lunch and snacks are provided.
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What are your COVID-19 Protocols?All personal entering our Day Camp facilities should sign in using our “COVID-19 SCREENING” form during Check-In. NOTE: If a visitor answers “YES” to any of the questions on the questionnaire, the visitor will be advised to not enter for the safety of others. Masks will be worn at all times (except during brass band, choir, and meals). Social distancing will also be implemented in each class. Students and staff members will be asked to use the provided hand sanitizer when entering classrooms.
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Do my kid need to bring an instrument?No. All instruments will be provided during the Music Day Camp. If your child has an instrument, they are most welcome to bring it with them (please label personal instruments.)
Who:
If you are a youth/young adult ages 18 - 20. Have the following qualities:
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Follower of Christ
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Patience
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Respectfulness
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An Open Mind
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Ability to Delegate
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Strong Communication
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Self-Awareness
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Motivator
Being a Corps Cadets is a plus.
What:
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You’ll need to fill out an registration form. (www.swmusicandarts.org)
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Get two references (one must be the officer.)
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Complete the PTM training (background check required if you’re 18+.)
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Write a one-page essay.
TITLE: “What can I do to improve my church.” (If you've attended the Leadership Track in pass years, your essay title should be - Reflecting on My Journey: "What Have I Done to Improve My Church and What I Still Need to Learn.")
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NOTE: We’ll only be choosing SIX applicants.
The Eric Loveless Camp Scholarship is established in honor of the late Eric Loveless, a revered musician and advocate for music education in the Southwest division.