A Different Approach, The Premier Camp in the Hamptons

At our summer camp in the Hamptons, located in heart of Bridgehampton, we have a different approach to inspiring students in their interests. It comes down to one word - focus.

Whether you are coming to our summer camp in the Hamptons to explore music (rock camp and/or jazz), art, pottery, theater, dance, or the culinary arts, you will dive deep into your passion with master artists and instructors.

Our camp in the Hamptons is structured in a way where students can choose a day program, 9-2:45 pm, in either music (Rock Camp) or in art (Diving into Art). In the afternoons we have electives, 3-5 pm, in areas such as ceramics, theater, cooking classes, jazz instruction, and adult classes in music, ceramics, culinary, and dance.

At the end of the week, whether its your day summer camp or afternoon elective, you will have a performance, art exhibit, recital, or demonstration for friends, family, and the public. This experience acts as an a mini-milestone for the student and each artist builds an inner confidence that is based on new found skills and inspiration.

A student who was shy discovers her voice on stage. A student who always wanted to play an instrument but was not lucky enough to take music in school, is now performing in a band and playing songs with his or her peers. A student who loves to build things at home is now creating vases on the pottery wheel.

What you see throughout the week is a group of people who come to us with a mixture interest and excitement and who slowly transform into a different person. This happens because students are surrounded by their peers who share their interests, and its also a result of our great teachers. This experience at our arts camp in the Hamptons is bit like watching a caterpillar evolve into a butterfly.

If you have any questions, feel free to check out our site or reach us at (908)230-6079.

Summer 2024 Dates

Wherever your passion lies in the arts - music, art, ceramics, dance, theater, culinary - we have an amazing experience waiting for you this summer! Here are our dates down below. See you soon, an d if you have any questions, just give us a ring at (908) 230-6079

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That's a Wrap, Summer 2023

Yesterday was the last day of our summer camps and classes for students of all ages, including our adult classes, in music, art, ceramics, theater, and dance. So proud of how every single student explored their chosen art form in such a deep, thoughtful, and collaborative way. Everyone worked together as a team to reach a new level and it was a whole lot of fun along the way! On behalf of all of the teachers of Rock Camp, Diving into Art, Explore Ceramics, Dance Intensive, Theater Workshop, and Jazz Workshop in Bridgehampton, New York City, and Lebanon, NJ - thank you!

Teamwork, The Music and Sports Connection

There are definitely many similarities between sports and music. The importance of teamwork is what first comes to mind. Musicians in Rock Camp, our music camp in Bridgehampton, New York, rehearse and learn the music together, and adjust in real time to what everyone is doing on stage.

Basketball legend, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, says it best. 

"The whole idea of teamwork for a basketball team and a jazz group is basically the same.  You have to work within a tight structure of time, space, and rules, and you have to find room for personal expression while supporting each member in time and reacting to what they do in time and space.  Jazz shows how these constrictors can be liberating rather than confining."

 Here is a short clip of the basketball legend, Kareem Abdul Jabbar talking about attending his first music concert, Duke Ellington and the jazz-like quality to his playing.  Here is another clip of him speaking at Lincoln Center.  So good!  

Arts Camp in the Hamptons, A Unique Summer Experience

If you are interested in the arts - music, art, dance, ceramics - join us this summer in Bridgehampton for a unique Hamptons summer camp experience at Rock Camp, Diving into Art, Dance Intensive, Explore Ceramics or a Jazz Workshop where you will be inspired, make friends, and have a whole lot of fun along the way!

Our programs are for students of ALL ages, 7-19, with adult classes in music, ceramics, and dance in the afternoon/evenings.

In Rock Camp students have lessons, ensembles, student concerts, and electives, while in Jazz Workshop students explore standards in their ensembles and have lessons as well in harmony and improv.

In Diving into Art our aspiring artists will focus on acrylic painting in week one and will then explore watercolor painting in week two. In Explore Ceramics students will create works using clay from handwork and the pottery wheel.

While in Dance Intensive - Hip Hop Workshop dancers will learn the art of hip hop dance and jazz and will will prepare for an end of week performance.

Check out our schedule and site for more details!

2023 Summer Dates Announced for Bridgehampton Summer Camp in Music, Art, Dance, Theater

Rock Camp, Diving into Art, Dance Intensive, Theater Workshop, Explore Ceramics and Jazz Workshop will be happening July 10-14 and July 17-21 in Bridgehampton for summer 2023.

We will be at our Lebanon, NJ campus July 24-28th.

Rock Camp this Fall in New Jersey, Bridgehampton, and NYC

Excited to be teaching this fall in our afternoon ensemble classes after school. Whether you are a beginner with little to no experience or advanced musician, you will learn to play music that spans the many styles of rock music from its origins to what’s happening today. Students will perform a concert in December

Mondays in Bridgehampton 4:30-5:30 pm (Children’s Museum)

Tuesdays in NYC 5-6 pm (Midtown)

Thursdays in Lebanon, New Jersey (Hunterdon County, Acorn Montessori School), 4-5 pm

Give us a ring at (908) 230-6079, or email us as HMSRock Camp@gmail.com to learn more!

See you on the bandstand!!

Private Lessons & Classes in Music and Art

First off, I want to tell every student, whether you studied music, art, or dance, that we are all very proud of your achievements this summer! Watching each of you grow in your own unique way, was nothing short of amazing. You all worked hard, dug deep, and rose to another level which we all were able to see in your concerts, art exhibits, and dance recitals.

While our full day camp is over for summer 2022, we will be offering private lessons (1 hour long each) in music and art, and folks are also able to book ensemble classes (2 hrs) and art classes (2 hrs).

If you would like to continue your exploration into music and art, we are here, just give us a ring or email, (908) 230-6079, HMSRockCamp@gmail.com. We are here for you!

Hamptons Summer Camp of the Performing Arts

If you want a different Hamptons summer camp experience, explore your interests in our summer camp in Bridgehampton in music, art, dance, and theater. Session I meets July 19-22 and Session II meets July 25-29. You will collaborate with inspiring teachers who are creators in their field, make friends, and have a whole lot of fun along the way. Let’s dive in …If you want to speak with us directly, just give us a ring (908) 230-6079.

MUSIC - We have Rock Camp during the day, 9-3, where students will learn up to 2 instruments, will be in a morning and afternoon bands, have electives, and perform at an end of the week concert. In the afternoons we have adult lessons from 3-5, and a program called Jazz Workshop for those interested in the world of jazz.

ART - Our art program is called Diving into Art where students learn acrylic paining in our first week and in our second week explore watercolor painting. Like in music there are electives in the afternoon and there is an end of the week student art exhibit for friends, family, and the public. Adult classes are held 3-5 pm.

DANCE - Dance Intensive is structured as a hip hop workshop and meets 3-6 pm. It is led by Carlos Neto one of the leading figures in dance, choreography, and teaching in the world (Alvin Ailey, NYU, Broadway Dance Center). This is designed with students 12-18 in mind, beginners-advanced students welcome.

THEATER - Theater Workshop is a two week program and this summer we will explore the play/musical, Little Shop off Horrors. Theater workshop meets in the afternoons, 3-6 pm.

JAZZ WORKSHOP - Jazz Workshop is an afternoon camp for middle and high school students, college students and adults that meets daily from 3-5 pm. Students play in ensembles and learn the art and craft of playing jazz in terms of rhythm, harmony, and improvisation.