Tucked away in the heart of Bridgehampton is a summer camp where you can dive into music, art, dance, ceramics, theater, and the culinary arts with leading experts in their chosen field.
What a First Week, Bridgehampton Arts Camp
So proud of how all our musicians, dancers, artists did in our first week of camps and classes this summer, both our school age students and adults! We are about to start week 2, and this week we will be offering Rock Camp (9-3), Diving Into Art (9-3) Explore Ceramics (3-5), and Theater Workshop (3-6).
For adult classes, we have guitar class from 3-5 pm, Explore Ceramics from 5-6 pm, and private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, and songwriting.
See you on the bandstand, art room, or on stage!
Summer Camp for the Arts in the Hamptons
If you are looking for a summer camp in the Hamptons, one that will inspire you, come join us in Bridgehampton this summer where students have a choice to explore music, art or dance. In our music program, you can join Rock Camp or Jazz Workshop. In art we have Diving into Art and Explore Ceramics, and in dance we have Dance Intensive. You can see all of our programs and dates on our site.
Our summer camp in the Hamptons, Rock Camp, is open to beginner students - experienced musicians of all ages. Students will take small group lessons, play in both a morning band and afternoon band, take a number of electives, and have a performance at the end of the week. Our musicians also learn to read and write music, and learn about music theory.
For instance, say students learn the song Memories by Maroon 5 in their band. In addition to learning the music and how to perform it, they would also learn about music theory and the power of harmony when chords move from the I chord to the V chord (such as C major to G dominant 7th).
We will learn how original songs come from a variety of sources, and ideas are often recycled. Everything comes from something and new songs are often a variation of older songs in some way.
Listen to Memories by Maroon 5. Then listen to Pachabel's Canon in D. You can see how Adam Levine added his amazing voice, guitar, and a drum beat voice to a song written in 1680. The chords are the same. Add a catchy beat, guitar, and creative lyrics....and you have Pachelbel's Canon updated to 2023.
Summer Arts Camp in the Hamptons
This summer in the Hamptons in July, we have a series of amazing camps to choose from in the arts - music, art, and dance - all taught by master artists. This summer we will also be introducing an afternoon course called Explore Ceramics in which students will create works using clay and a potter’s wheel.
Our lead art teachers, Sophia and Molly, will work with students step-by-step to make sure everyuone is learning the proper techniques in doing both hand work and pieces with the potter’s wheel. After students learn the proper techniques, they will use their ideas and creativity to make a variety of works that will be eventually glazed and fired up in a kiln.
Explore Ceramics meets M-F, the week of July 10-14 and July 17-21. The adult class meets 5-6 pm.
To see our entire schedule for this summer’s camps and classes in the Hamptons, just click here.
A Unique Summer Camp for the Arts in the Hamptons
We are a camp in the heart of Bridgehampton where students of all ages come to explore the arts - music, art (painting and ceramics), and dance. Whether you enroll in Rock Camp, Diving into Art, Explore Ceramics, or Jazz Workshop in the Hamptons, you will experience an arts experience in a fun and supportive environment with expert teachers. We also have private lessons and classes for adults.
There are so many benefits to attending a summer camp in the arts.
Creative Expression
The arts provide kids with an outlet for creative expression. Whether it's painting a picture, playing an instrument, or acting on stage, artistic activities allow children to express themselves in ways that they might not be able to through other means. Creative expression can help children to develop a sense of identity and build self-confidence.
Critical Thinking
The arts also encourage critical thinking. When kids are creating art or performing, they must think critically about how to convey their ideas effectively. They must consider factors like composition, color, tone, and emotion. Engaging in artistic activities can help kids to develop critical thinking skills that they can apply to other areas of their lives.
Social Skills
Participating in the arts can also help children develop social skills. When kids collaborate on a group project or perform in a play, they must learn to work together effectively. This can help them to build communication and teamwork skills that will serve them well in school and beyond.
Emotional Intelligence
The arts can also help children to develop emotional intelligence. When kids engage in creative expression, they must learn to identify and express their emotions effectively. This can help them to develop empathy and understand the emotions of others.
Cultural Awareness
Finally, the arts can help kids to develop cultural awareness. Exposure to different forms of artistic expression can help children to learn about different cultures and traditions. This can help them to develop a sense of empathy and understanding for people who are different from themselves.
Feel free to browse through our site for a camp or class that aligns with your interests, or give us a call to learn more, (908) 230-6079.
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.
Bridgehampton, NY Summer Music Camp - Rock Camp
This summer, July 10-21, in Bridgehampton Rock Camp provides inspiring musical instruction to students ages 7-19 - ensembles, lessons, concerts, and electives for a variety of interests. There is also an afternoon Jazz Workshop course for interested students, as well as adult lessons offered in the afternoons.
You will be surrounded by aspiring musicians from all over the Hamptons such as Southampton, Sag Harbor, East Hampton in this welcoming and friendly camp. Check out our site for more details or give us a call, (908) 230-6079.
Summer 2023 Dates for Bridgehampton Summer Camp for the Arts, Adult Classes
SESSION I, JULY 10-14
• Rock Camp, 9-3 pm
• Diving Into Art (Acrylic), 9-3 pm
AFTERNOON CLASSES
• Explore Ceramics, 3-5 pm
• Dance Intensive (Hip Hop Masterclass), 3-5 pm
• Jazz Workshop (Middle, High School, Adult Levels), 3-5 pm
• Adult Music 3-5 pm
• Adult Ceramics 5-6 pm
• Adult Dance 5-6 pm
SESSION II, JULY 17-21
• Rock Camp, 9-3 pm
• Diving Into Art (Watercolor), 9-3 pm
AFTERNOON CLASSES
• Explore Ceramics, 3-5 pm
• Adult Music 3-5 pm
• Adult Ceramics 5-6 pm
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!
A Unique Kind of Hamptons Summer Camp, 4 Things That Make Us Different
Tucked away in Bridgehampton is a very different kind of summer camp in the Hamptons, one that lets folks of all ages explore the worlds of music, art, dance, and theater.
There are 4 things that make us a different kind of summer camp experience.
This is summer! People of all ages have been in a routine all year - whether that is school or work - so it’s important that the experience be an inspiring, fun, and social experience.
All of our teachers are experts in their chosen field. It’s important to us that all of our teachers have 2 things: a love for sharing their knowledge and teaching, and they are working on their own art form, pushing it forward. Why is this important to us? It cuts down on the fluff and getting lost in theories, students move from point A to point B, very very quickly. It’s remarkable to see.
I want to come back to the social experience here. Creating music, art, dance, and theater is a fulfilling experience, but doing that with others, with new friends, your colleagues, your teachers, that makes the experience an inspiring one.
All of our programs have a performance or an exhibit at the end of the week. Students have to work together, and the deadline of a concert, exhibit, recital, theater performance creates focus. Seeing this transformation in every student is quite amazing.
A Unique Experience, Our Hamptons Summer Camp in Music in Bridgehampton, Long Island
In our Hamptons summer music camp in Bridgehampton, Long Island, Rock Camp, students get a unique experience where they learn more than music. Our musicians - whether beginners or advanced students - are taking lessons in the morning and afternoon, play in a morning and afternoon band, take electives, and have whole lot of fun with friends along the way. At the end of the week we have a concert where our student musicians will all perform covers and original music, and reach heights they did not know was possible a week ago.
In addition to learning music in out Hamptons summer camp, students also experience…
Working as Part of a Team (Band) and Making New Friends
When you are in a band at Rock Camp in Long Island, there many important skills you learn in addition to the music. You learn the give-and-take and push-and-pull of working as a team with a common goal (getting along with others, sharing your ideas, expressing yourself, compromising). When you are in a band you have to work with your fellow musicians to create amazing music for a concert. What makes this a cool experience is that along the way you are having a whole lot of fun, making new friends, and you have teacher who loves to share his or her knowledge to make sure everyone is growing along the way.
Self-Confidence That Only Comes With Performance
Students in our Hamptons summer camp in Long Island, whether beginners or experienced, are transformed in a certain way as they prepare for the concert and finally perform at the end of the week.
Why is this?
Students learn to believe in themselves because as they build new skills, hour by hour, they realize, “Hey, I can do this!” As they practice their instrument, whether that is voice, piano, guitar, saxophone or any instrument, they realize, “Hey, I am improving. What seemed impossible is within reach.”
And when they reach a certain level of accomplishment in rehearsal and in performance, they understand in an intuitive way that if they can do this in music, they can probably do it in anything they put their mind to. It’s a quiet confidence that no one can give you. You earn it yourself and we make sure you reach your potential.
3 Things that make our Hamptons Summer Camp in the Arts a Unique Experience
In our summer camp arts programs in the Hamptons, located in the heart of Bridgehampton, Long Island, students of all ages can choose from a variety of art forms and then focus on mastering skills in either music, art, dance, and theater. Here are 3 things that make our summer art programs different.
Students choose a specific art form to focus on.
If a student has an interest in music, art, dance or theater, he or she will study with master musicians, artists, dancers, and actors for several hours a day on that specific art form. Why this approach as opposed to a more general approach where students study a variety of subjects? It’s important to us that students gain concrete skills in addition to an inspiring experience. For this reason students perform in an end of the week concert or have an art exhibit or a dance recital or perform a play.
We are not school….This is Summer!
Our goal is for every student to have an incredibly fun experience AND explore their interests and come out this experience 10 notches higher in terms of technique, approaches, and inspiration in their chosen field of music, art, dance, and theater. We have a very welcoming and friendly atmosphere. We feel that once students are having fun and making friends, the learning falls right into place.
3. Our Staff
So all of our teachers are experts in their field and are also busy pursuing their career in their chosen art form. Why is this important? In my experience, teachers who also performers/working artists generally can take you from point A to Point B very very quickly. They are practical. While they know theory, they are not lost in the clouds….because they know deadlines, and what it means to prepare for a recording, concert, art exhibit, play, or movie where one must learn new skills while also exercising time management.
A second feature the makes are staff special is that they love sharing their knowledge with others. We love seeing that light shine bright in students when they are inspired or understand a concept for the first time or perform in a way that they did not imagine was possible just a few days ago.
Hamptons Summer Camp in the Arts
Our summer camp art program in the Hamptons is a fun and inspiring experience in one or more art forms - music, art, dance, and theater. You will explore your interests and make friends with your fellow musicians, artists, dancers, and actors at our Bridgehampton campus. Come as you are and study with top artists and teachers from around the country who love to share their knowledge and inspire students of all ages. Beginners-advanced students are all welcome.
DURING THE DAY
From 9-3 pm you can select from a variety of programs such as Rock Camp and Diving into Art (acrylic and watercolor). All of our day programs have an end of the week concert, recital, or exhibit for friends, family, and the public. Come as you are, and just bring a good attitude! All our teachers are masters in their respective art forms AND love teaching. Int addition, you will have a whole lot of fun and make friends along the way!
LATE AFTERNOON SESSIONS
In the afternoon we offer Dance Intensive (hip hip workshop with Carlos Neto, one the world’s top dancer/choreographers, 3-6 pm), Jazz Workshop (camp for musicians seeking to learn the music of jazz, 3-5 pm), and Theater Workshop (this year our play is the musical, Little Shop of Horrors, 3-6 pm).
ADULT LESSONS IN MUSIC AND ART
From 3-5 pm we offer adult lessons in music and art (both acrylic and watercolor). Whether you are a beginner who has never touched an instrument or paint brush or an experienced musician and artist, we will bring you up 10 notches in terms of technique and inspiration.
We look forward to seeing you at our summer camp in Bridgehampton whether that is Rock Camp, Dance Intensive, Diving into Art, Theatre Workshop, Jazz Workshop, or Adult Lessons in Music and Art!
The Art of Teaching, Summer Music Camp in Long Island and New Jersey
As we prepare for our music camps in Long Island and New Jersey at Rock Camp and Jazz Workshop, we always ask ourselves how can our teaching have the biggest impact on our students, and what makes for a great teacher? There are a few things that make Rock Camp and Jazz Workshop an amazing experience for our students.
We meet students where they are. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced student. It doesn’t matter. We meet you where you are and we push you 10 notches higher to a level you did not think was possible.
2. Whether you are learning a song by Nirvana, Miles Davis, Taylor Swift, or Duke Ellington. We help you understand the harmony and how the architecture of the song, how it’s built. This gives you knowledge and the inspiration to not only learn and play the existing music, but also space to create your own music.
3. Space and Nadia Boulanger. This is something that one of the greatest music teachers of the 20th century, Nadia Boulanger, gave to her students - knowledge of the structures and techniques used in great works of music in addition to inspiration, space, and encouragement for the student to then create his or own music. Seems like the art of teaching then lies in how to balance those two concepts - knowledge/analysis of music and one’s own creativity/voice. Finding that right approach then lies in the teacher’s awareness of where the student is in his or her development and what is the next step. Some consider Nadia Boulanger one of the most influential teachers after Socrates. She taught many of the greats of the 20th century, Igor Stravinsky (Rite of Spring, Firebird), Quincy Jones (Wrote and arranged for Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, and Michael Jackson…Thriller and more), Astor Piazzola the amazing tango composer who fused the music of Argentine with jazz, George Gershwin (Rhapsody on Blue), and many many other great musicians.
Here is a great article on Nadia Boulanger that just came out from the BBC.
Making music is fun, especially when playing with your friends! Let’s face it, people learn from teachers but they also learn from their friends and peers. It’s that synergy, that group energy when you are making music with others that makes the whole experience fun and fulfilling. After all, this is summer! At Rock Camp and Jazz Workshop in Long Isand and New Jersey, we don’t see ourselves as some sort of school….we see ourselves as an enrichment experience where students can be 100% themselves, learn a ton, and have a whole lot of fun along the way.
Here are some of the musicians who were influenced by the great teacher Nadia Boulanger. Herbie Hancock and orchestra playing George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue.
Stravinsky (Firebird)
Astor Piazzolla (Libertango, played here with To To Ma)
Quincy Jones (Wrote/Arranged music for Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, and many others)
Summer Camp in the Hamptons, a Different Kind of Performing Arts Camp
Tucked away in Hamptons right in Bridgehampton, New York is a summer camp dedicated to students exploring the worlds of music, art, dance, and theater. Our summer camp programs are meant to nurture that inner curiosity for the arts and build it up with skills and inspiration. We want all of our students to learn and have a whole lot of fun with their peers along the way!
In Rock Camp students from beginners-advanced, have lessons on their instrument throughout the day, perform in two different bands, and have many electives. If music is not your thing, we have an art summer camp, Diving into Art which explores acrylic painting one week and watercolor painting the next. If you love to dance, we have an amazing dance camp in the afternoon focussed on hip hop with one of the world’s leading dancers, Carlos Neto. And if you love the stage, we have a theater camp called Theater Workshop which meets for two weeks in the afternoon and will present the musical Little Shop of Horrors. In addition, we have a jazz program in the afternoon for those musicians looking to explore the world of jazz.
All of our camp programs have an end of the week concert, art exhibit, dance recital, and a theater performance. We also have adult classes in music and art in the afternoon for very beginners-advanced students.
We look forward to seeing you this summer. Whatever your passion or curiosity is in the arts, we are here to help you dive in and come out on the other side with new found skills and inspiration!
You Be You: Music, Art, Dance, and Theater Camps in Bridgehampton, NY and Lebanon, NJ
One of the benefits for those that come to our summer camps and classes in the Hamptons and New Jersey, Rock Camp, Jazz Workshop. Diving into Art, Dance Intensive, and Theater Workshop is that you are doing two things at the same time.
I once has a teacher that asked me what was a guitar. What is it? Well, it’s carved wood with steel or nylon strings, etc… The teacher shook his head, no, no, no. He smiled and said the guitar is a reflection of you! When you are studying to learn and master an art form this concept becomes more apparent every day. Through learning an art form you start to learn more and more about yourself. The second thing you realize is that while it’s important you work on your individual skills, it is also important to work well with others, to cooperate, challenge and support your fellow musicians, artists, dancers, and actors. These two ideas are not only important in the arts, but life in general!
Looking forward to seeing everyone this July!
An Inner Confidence Rises Up, Music, Art, Dance, Theater Camp in the Hamptons
Through the years I have noticed an inner confidence emerge from students in our music, art, dance, theater camp in the Hamptons and New Jersey. Something happens when someone throws himself or herself into something and creates something that they never thought was possible.
When students arrive at our music camp, our art camp, our theater camp, and our dance camp in the Hamptons and New Jersey, there is a mix of excitement and maybe a bit of nervous energy. It’s amazing to see how this feeling transforms into a certain confidence that comes through performance and sharing your talents with your peers, family, and the public. It’s not showy…it’s a kind of quiet, inner confidence that radiates outward that’s built on accomplishments that they have seen through on their own with their fellow musicians, dancers, artists, and actors.
How a "Mistake" in Music Can Say So Much, Rock Camp, Jazz Workshop, Dance Intensive, Theater Workshop in New Jersey and the Hamptons
One of the benefits of learning music is you learn to adapt to change in the moment. Creating something whether its music, art, dance, or theater, you have to work as a team, and embracing change is part of that. This is something you will learn and experience at Rock Camp, Jazz Workshop, Dance Intensive, and Theater Workshop in New Jersey and the Hamptons. The bass player may be rushing the beat a little bit, the drummer forgets the cue going to the bridge, an actor forgets a line, a painter makes a brush stroke he didn’t intend. What do you do, especially if it’s during a live performance?
Here is a fascinating video of the great pianist Herbie Hancock talking about making a “mistake” at the piano in a performance with the trumpeter Miles Davis. Herbie talks about cringing when it happened, but then he talks about how MIles Davis heard what happened and altered his notes to make his “mistake” something perfect. Herbie goes to say how this experience taught him to approach music and life differently. So good, check it out.