Ohio Camp
SCMC Ohio is committed to musical excellence and spiritual vitality. We welcome you to experience the beauty of God and the challenge of building musical skills, all in the in the heart of Holmes Co. Ohio.
Ohio Camp 2020
Choral Festival
June 28 at 3 pm & 6:30 pm
Kent State Performing Arts Center
330 University Drive NE
New Philadelphia, OH
Register for Camp
General Registration is now open! Use the link below to sign up as a full-time or part-time adult camper.
Adult Choir-Only Registration
Registration for those wishing to join Mass Choir only is now open!
Meet the 3 C’s of your learning experience:
Chapel. Class. Choir.
Biblical Challenge. Musical understanding. Choral training.
Schedules
Opening Weekend
| Sunday, June 21, 2020 | |
| 1:00 | Instructor Orientation |
| 2:30 | Registration Opens (Sight Singing students – arrive by 3:00) |
| 4:00 | General Registration Closes |
| 4:15 | Camp Orientation |
| 5:00 | Supper |
| 6:30 | Community Hymn Sing at Legacy Christian School |
Monday - Friday
| 7:10 | Breakfast |
| 8:00 | Class Period 1 Rudiments I-IV Elementary Music Ed I Music History & Appreciation |
| 9:10 | Chapel |
| 10:15 | Choir Rehearsal 1 |
| 11:40 | Lunch |
| 12:40 | Class Period 2 Sight Singing I-IV Secondary Music Ed Choral Gesture Children's Musical Skills I-III |
| 1:50 | Choir Rehearsal 2 |
| 3:10 | Class Period 3 Class Voice Leading Congregational Worship Elementary Ed II |
| 4:10 | Break/Study Time |
| 4:45 | Supper |
| 6:30 | Mass Choir Rehearsal |
Closing Weekend
| Saturday, June 27, 2020 | |
| 8:30 | Breakfast |
| 9:15 | Chapel |
| 10:30 | Choir Rehearsal |
| 11:45 | Lunch |
| 12:25 | Choir Rehearsal |
| 2:50 | Mass Choir Rehearsal |
| 4:30 | Supper |
| 5:00 | Depart for ChoralFest location |
| 5:30 | Choir Rehearsals |
| 7:00 | Dress Rehearsal (open to the public) |
| Sunday, July 29, 2020 | |
| 8:30 | Continental Breakfast |
| 9:30 | Worship Service |
| 11:00 | Lunch |
| 11:30 | Depart for ChoralFest location |
| 12:00 | Mixed Choir 1 Rehearsal |
| 12:25 | Mixed Choir 2 Rehearsal |
| 1:15 | Mass Choir Rehearsal Arrive by 1:00 in concert attire |
| 3:00 | Concert |
| 5:00 | Supper |
| 6:30 | Concert |
| 9:00 | Farewell Party (at Legacy Christian School) Music Camp students & staff only |
FAQ
How old must I be to attend Music Camp?
Should I have music training prior to attending?
What classes should a first-year student take?
How many classes should I plan to take?
Will I have homework?
May I change class selections after I’ve enrolled?
Changes to class selections are permitted until April 1 for Ohio Camp, after which a $25 fee will be charged. Desired changes should be directed to the registrar via the Contact Us page. Changes requested by instructors during the camp week will incur no charge.
What choir will I sing in?
SCMC campers participate in both a mixed choir and mass mixed choir. Choir members complete a questionnaire (choir rubric) which guides the process of creating balanced choirs. Students may also participate in the Men’s and Women’s choirs if they care to do so. See the Choirs page for more details about the choirs.
When is the application deadline?
What are my options for lodging?
Lodging for the week is available in area homes Sunday – Sunday (8 nights) at Ohio Camp. Lodging before or after these dates may be arranged upon request. If you prefer, you may arrange your own lodging.
Fees
Application Fee
Application Fees are nonrefundable, and applications will be processed only after the application fee has been received.
Early Application: $85
April 1: $110
May 1: $135
Applications are accepted through May 15. We do not guarantee the availability of books and music for students applying after May 1.
Private Registration Fee: $50
Students arriving after normal registration closes on the first day of Music Camp will need to make an appointment for private registration. Students may avoid this fee by arriving on time for registration.
Tuition, Materials, & Lodging
Tuition: $330 (Due May 1)
Lodging: $100 (Due with application)
Textbooks & Music: $50-$150 (Due with application)
Textbooks and materials are available for purchase or, in some cases, rental. Exact cost will depend on the textbooks required for the classes you select and the music required for the choirs you are in. You will be given the option of purchasing or renting your textbooks and purchasing your choir music when you complete the application.
Certificate Program
The Certificate Program helps you plan out your studies at Music Camp. The first year fee is $45 for the BASIC and $65 for the STANDARD. The annual fee for the years until the certificate is completed is $35. You may choose classes yourself or ask for assistance. Find more details on the Certificates page.
Part-time
All fees are due with application.
Application Fee: $20
Class: $85
Mixed Choir: $160
Mass Choir: $50 (Includes music and folder)
Women’s Choir: $30 (Includes music and folder)
Meals are included with tuition for full-time campers. Part-time campers may purchase a meal package when filling out their application (payment due with application), or they may pay for meals purchased during the week of camp. Breakfast: $5 Lunch: $7 Dinner: $8
Refund Policy
Camp Application Fees are nonrefundable.
Tuition, Lodging, Music, and Book Fees are refundable (minus 5% transaction fees) through May 15.
Through June 1, a 50% refund will be given. No refund will be given after June 1.
If you are on the waiting list and we cannot accommodate you due to maximum enrollment, your card will not be charged.
Make Checks Payable To
Shenandoah Christian Music Camp
14641 Navarre Road SW
Wilmot, OH 44689
Children’s
Camp
Music Camp isn’t just for adults. It’s for children too! Classes, choir, games, and more are waiting for your children when they attend Music Camp.
NEW for 2020! There is now an Ohio Youth Choir.
Dress Code
The dress code can catch people by surprise, so be sure to take a good look.
The goal of our dress code is to reflect the beauty of Jesus Christ in our personal appearance. We hope to promote biblical modesty and propriety, and to enhance an atmosphere of serious and disciplined study. Please follow your local congregation’s standards wherever they exceed those of Camp.
Men, please:
- Wear dress pants and full-button shirts with tails tucked in during the camp day. Blue jeans are allowed for recreational activities.
- Do not wear neckties
- Wear shoes.
- Keep hair neatly trimmed.
Program Attire
- Solid-colored black dress pants
- White long-sleeved dress shirt
- Black belt, socks, and dress shoes
Women, please:
- Wear dresses or jumpers without slits.
- Have sleeve lengths be a minimum of near the elbow and skirt length be at least half way between knees and ankles.
- Ensure necklines are near the base of your neck.
- Wear shoes or sandals (no flip-flops).
- Cover your hair with a veiling.
Program Attire
- Loose-fitting, solid-colored black dress (no pinstripes or pattern)
- Hosiery and black dress shoes
- Sleeves at or below the elbow
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Scholarships
Several scholarships are available. For qualification and signup details, visit our Scholarships page.
Certificate Program
Our Certificate Program helps you plan your studies so you can work toward a Music Camp certificate. For requirements and signup details, visit our Certificates page.