Ontario Camp

SCMC Ontario 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 Kitchener-Waterloo area.

ON PermaCamp 2023: July 23-30

WHERE:
Countryside Christian School
3745 Herrgott Rd
Wallenstein, ON N0B 2S0 Canada

NEW FOR 2023:

Ages for Children’s Camp have shifted. Children ages 8-15 are welcome to join Children’s Camp. Youth ages 16-17 may choose to join Adult Camp or Children’s Camp.

Registration open:
March 1, 2023 @ 6:00AM EST

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Meet the 3 C’s of your learning experience:

Chapel. Class. Choir.

Biblical Challenge. Musical understanding. Choral training.

Chapel

Classes

Choirs

Schedules

Opening Weekend

	Sunday, July 23, 2023
7:00	Opening Assembly & Orientation
7:45	Community Hymn Sing
9:15	Camper Reception

Monday - Friday

8:20	Class Period 1 Sight Singing I-IV
9:30	Chapel
10:35	Choir Rehearsal 1
12:00	Lunch
1:10	Class Period 2 Rudiments I-IV
2:20	Choir Rehearsal 2
3:40	Class Period 3 Class Voice Elementary Music Ed I Leading Congregational Worship
5:00	Supper
6:15	Women's Choir Rehearsal Men's Choir Rehearsal
7:30	Mass Choir Rehearsal

Closing Weekend

	Saturday, July 29, 2023
9:30	Mixed Choir Rehearsal
10:55	Chapel
12:00	Lunch
1:30	Choir Rehearsals on Stage
5:15	Supper
7:00	Dress Rehearsal
	Sunday, July 30, 2023
9:30	Worship Service
11:30	Lunch
12:40	Choirs Rehearse
3:00	Choral Festival
5:00	Supper
7:00	Choral Festival

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FAQ

How old must I be to attend Music Camp?

Ontario Camp adult students must be at least 16 years of age. Children ages 8-17 may participate in Children/Youth Camp.

Should I have music training prior to attending?

No previous instruction is necessary. This camp is for anyone who is interested in taking their musical abilities to the next level. The starting place is less important than the desire to learn and the willingness to be taught. Our goal is simply to help each person attending take “the next step” forward in their pursuit of excellence.

What classes should a first-year student take?

We recommend that students begin their music study with Rudiments and Sight Singing alongside choir participation.

How many classes should I plan to take?

Due to homework assignments and the full schedule, we recommend enrolling in two classes.

Will I have homework?

Homework is a regular requirement of SCMC classes. Because the schedule is full and study time is minimal, campers should plan to use one class period as a regular study period.

May I change class selections after I’ve enrolled?

Changes to class selections are permitted until May 1 for Ontario Camp, after which a $25 fee will be charged. Desired changes should be directed to the Ontario 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 Mass Men’s and Mass Women’s choirs if they care to do so. See the Choirs page for more details about the choirs.

When is the application deadline?

Applications will be accepted through July 15. However, applications received after May 1 will incur an additional fee, $20 CAD, to cover additional processing expenses. Applications received after June 15 will incur an additional fee of $65 CAD. We do not guarantee the availability of books and music for students applying after June 15.

What are my options for lodging?

Lodging for the week is available in area homes Sunday – Sunday (8 nights). Lodging before or after these dates may be arranged upon request. If you prefer, you may arrange your own lodging.

Does the Ontario camp offer a Family Package?

If you are interested in attending as a family (both parents attending as students) and cost is an issue, check out our Family Scholarship. More details can be found on the Scholarships page. No childcare is provided.

Fees

Application Fee

Application Fees are nonrefundable, and applications will be processed only after the application fee has been received.

Early Application: $120 CAD
May 1: $140 CAD
June 15: $185 CAD
Applications are accepted through July 15. We do not guarantee the availability of books and music for students applying after June 15.

Private Registration Fee: $50 CAD
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: $500 CAD (Due July 10)
Lodging: (Due with application)
Adult: $145 CAD
Spouse: $55 CAD
Children: $40 CAD

Textbooks & Music: $65-$195 CAD (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

This program was discontinued in 2022. Any questions, please contact academics@musiccamp.info.

Part-time

All fees are due with application including an application fee of $35 CAD. Applications are accepted through July 10. We do not guarantee the availability of books and music for students applying after June 15.

Class: $125 CAD
Mixed Choir: $235 CAD (Includes choir music & folder)
Mass Choir: $85 CAD (Includes music & folder)
Men’s/Women’s Choir: $60 CAD (Includes music & 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). Choir Only students receive supper on both Saturday and Sunday of ChoralFest weekend.

Lunch Package (M-F): $70 CAD
Supper Package (M-F): $80 CAD
Sunday Lunch: $15 CAD

Refund Policy

Camp Application Fees are nonrefundable.

Tuition, Lodging, Music, and Book Fees are refundable (minus 10% transaction fees) through July 15.

No refund will be given after July 15.

If you are on the waiting list and we cannot accommodate you due to maximum enrollment, your card will not be charged.

Make Cheques Payable To

SCMC Ontario
42123 Amberley Rd, RR1
Bluevale, ON N0G 1G0, Canada

Scholarship Info

Children/Youth

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.

Learn More

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.