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Camp Brandeis Bandz Blast:
Intermediate Music Intensive - Rising 5th-9th Grade


“Where Young Musicians Level Up!”

July 13–24 | 8:30 AM–3:00 PM | $1,652.50 


Get ready for two weeks of music, momentum, and major fun! Our brand-new Intermediate–Advanced Music Intensive is designed for students who are ready to take their playing to the next level. Instruction will be led by Brandeis band teacher Ari Micich and his team at California Arts Enrichment, this program gives young musicians the perfect blend of challenge, creativity, and camp magic. 

🎶  What Makes This Program Awesome?

Each day mixes focused skill-building with big ensemble fun:

  • 1.5–2 hours of full band rehearsal as musicians prepare for a show-stopping final performance
  • Sectional coaches will break students into instrument groups for targeted coaching
  • Specialized Music Reading Training - Learn tips and tricks for mastering the musical staff and knowing your notes like the back of your hand.
  • Awesome Guest Artists - The camp will feature many special guests and experts in their fields. Students will learn about conducting an orchestra, world music, DJ’ing, jazz, starting their own bands and more!
  • It’s the perfect training ground for players who want to grow fast, play hard, and have fun doing it!

🎸 Electives & Musical Adventures
Because every musician deserves a little creative play, students can dive into:

  • Strings - Bass, Guitar, and Ukulele 
    • Students will get the opportunity to explore some of the most popular instruments in the string family
  • Beatmaking & Digital Music
    • Students will create their own music, write mini film scores and learn the basics of digital production
And they’ll stretch their musical superpowers with:
  • Music Theory - Students will begin to understand the DNA of music and what makes great music work! 
  • Ear Training - Ever heard a song on the radio and wanted to play it? The camp will break down the steps of growing “super ears” for hearing and understanding music. 
  • Music Reading Jump Start - Take a big leap in your ability to read music and step away from the camp with a new level of pitch and rhythm mastery. 
  • Music Discovery - There is so much great music from all around the world - past present and future. We’ll be exploring different styles and looking ahead at what’s to come!

🌟 Special Guests & Sectionals
The excitement doesn’t stop!

  • Guest musicians will visit to inspire and work with students in a variety of clinic formats, covering topics from world music and orchestral conducting to jazz and what it’s like to be a bandleader. Students will learn directly from professionals and gain exposure to many sides of the musical world. 
  • Sectional coaches will break students into instrument groups for targeted coaching
Registration starts Wednesday Feb. 11 and ends Friday May 15, 2026

Registration instructions:
→ Log into your Homeroom account or create a new one if you don’t have one
→ Use the search bar to find “The Brandeis School of San Francisco”
→ Go to the Camp tab near the top of the page
→ Select your camps!

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  • Who can attend?

    This camp is for Brandeis students only that already play a musical instrument with at least 1 year of experience. We accept rising 5th-9th graders.
  • A Day in the Life of a Musician

    8:30-9:30 – Morning Welcome - Group Warm-Up
    9:00–10:00 – Full Band Rehearsal/Sectionals
    10:00–10:15 – Snack & Reset
    10:15–11:30 – Full Band Rehearsal/Sectionals
    11:30–12:30 – Lunch & Outdoor Time
    12:30–1:15 – Theory / Ear Training / Reading Boost
    1:15–2:00 – Electives (Ukulele/Guitar, Beatmaking, or others)
    2:00–3:00 – Guest Artist Presentation - (world music, DJ’ing, conducting and more!)
  • Camp Cost

    2 Week Intensive: $1,652.50
  • Aftercare

    Camp Brandeis primarily offers aftercare for our K-4 students from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm everyday. Brandeis Bandz Blast students are welcome to join this program. Students will eat an afternoon snack and then will spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying lots of free-time, free-play, games, arts and crafts, and a few organized activities as well. 
     
    Aftercare Package: $350.50 per two-week session
  • Tuition Assistance

    Tuition Assistance is available for Brandeis students who received 25% or more tuition remission during the 25/26 school year. Students who qualify will receive $200 off per session and $100 off per session for Aftercare. Please contact summerfun@sfbrandeis.org if you believe you qualify for Tuition Assistance, and we will provide you with a coupon code to receive your discount. We do not offer a sibling discount.
  • Refunds and Cancellations

    All registrations canceled before or on May 1st are fully refundable minus a $75 cancellation fee. Registrations canceled after May 1st are non-refundable.