Summer Programs

Summer Strings Club
August 9-13, 2027

El Sistema Colorado's Summer Strings Club day camp provides a 5-day experience for current ESC musicians ages 6-11, focusing on fostering social-emotional learning (SEL) competencies alongside musical excellence. The program includes a blend of string technique and performance classes, ensemble rehearsals, and musical leadership activities to develop collaborative skills and nurture a sense of community. Additional activities such as outdoor play and painting classes encourage self-expression and creativity. The camp will culminate in a community concert reception, showcasing the students' achievements and strengthening ties within the local community.

International Summer Strings Festival
July 12-17, 2027

El Sistema Colorado’s Summer String Festival is a FREE intensive instrumental music camp open to late elementary, middle school and high school string musicians with at least 1 year of orchestra experience. This 6-day international symphonic extravaganza explores topics like leadership, wellness, equity, social awareness, identity, belonging, personal artistry, and much more, all through the joyful pursuit of musical excellence. Orchestra rehearsals, instrument-based yoga and well-being clinics, music theory sessions, voice classes, and sectional rehearsals will allow young musicians to explore every aspect of their passion for music. Recitals from El Sistema Colorado’s extraordinary faculty, international guest instructors, and renowned local guest artists will round out this extraordinary experience. No audition is necessary, but a reference from a music teacher/mentor is required on the application.