Holiday music groups
We have four holiday courses each year for pupils aged 6 to 18 years.
The courses take place at Camden School for Girls, Sandall Road, NW5 2DB during the first weekend of all half terms.
The weekends help young people improve their instrumental skills as well as giving them the chance to make music with others and perform in a concert.
The holiday courses have an annual membership fee which is split into 3 installments. You will need to pay for the year, even if you are not able to attend all the dates.
Camden SuperGroups
Details: The SuperGroups are for primary aged players of strings, brass, woodwind, percussion, piano, guitar and ukulele. Members have been learning for more than a term and can read some music or chords. Everyone who plays an instrument is welcome.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Next Steps: Holiday groups for secondary aged players below
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
Guitar Group
Details: For guitar players who can read printed music or tab, and who have been learning for at least a year. Classical and electric guitarists are welcome. As well as informal concerts at the end of every course the Guitar Band will play in the Spring festival at LSO St Luke's.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
Camden Philharmonia
Details: This group is for young string players in years 4 to 6. Pupils need to play confidently at above grade 1 standard and be able to play an independent part if needed. Each holiday course focuses on bowing, accuracy in intonation and playing by ear. Children will learn music in up to five parts, preparing them for the next steps in their musical journey.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Next steps: Camden Concertante
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
Camden Concertante
Details: For secondary aged violin, viola and cello players who can read printed music. As well as informal concerts at the end of every course Concertante will play in the Spring festival at LSO St Luke's.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Next steps: Camden Youth Orchestra
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
Camden Youth Orchestra (CYO)
Details: For secondary school aged players of grade 4+ level. The CYO meets on four weekends a year. The orchestra has played at major London venues and tours every two years. As well as informal concerts at the end of every course the CYO will play in the Spring festival at LSO St Luke's.
Cost: £310.08 paid in 3 installments of £103.36 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Next steps: Higher education ensembles
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- September 21 (1.00 - 4.00)
- October 25, 26, 27
- January 5 (10.00 - 3.30)
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
Woodwind and Brass Group
Details: For secondary school woodwind and brass players who are in Years 6 to 9 and can play some tunes, up to Grade 3 standard.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Next steps: Philharmonic Band, Junior Camden Youth Jazz Band
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 2
Camden Philharmonic Band
Details: For brass, woodwind and percussion players of grade 3+ level who love to play music from stage and screen, as well as light Western classical music. As well as informal concerts at the end of every course the Philharmonic Band will play in the Spring festival at LSO St Luke's.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Next steps: Camden Youth Jazz Band, Camden Concert Band
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
Percussion Group
Details: For percussion players who can read printed music and who are having regular lessons. Members will play a range of percussion, including drumkit and timpani, in both Western classical and more popular styles. The group forms the percussion sections of Philharmonic Band and Camden Youth Orchestra. As well as informal concerts at the end of every course the Percussion Ensemble will play in the Spring festival at LSO St Luke's.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Next steps: Philharmonic Band, Camden Youth Orchestra
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
Camden Holiday Voices
Details: For singers who are interested in RnB, soul and other popular styles of music.
Cost: £266.79 paid in 3 installments of £88.93 (help is available to those eligible for free school meals)
Term dates 2024 - 2025
- October 25, 26, 27
- February 14, 15, 16
- April 4, 5, 6
- May 23, 24, 25
How to apply
Please complete the online application below