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Featured Camp: Hickory Choral Society Summer Camp

April 20, 2023

Choral singing strengthens a sense of togetherness and belonging and has been shown to even decrease anxiety.  If you have ever sung in unison around a campfire, you may remember that sense of joy and freedom that comes from singing together.  The Hickory Choral Society is hosting a choral camp this summer to foster a love for choral singing in kids who are rising 4th through 6th graders.  Students will start each day with a choral clinic and wrap up by enjoying the various SALT Block venues.  Read on to learn more about this exciting and affordable opportunity.

Camp Specialty:
Choral Music

Recommended Kids' Ages:
Rising 4th-6th graders

Location:
J. Don Coleman Hall/ SALT Block, 243 3rd Ave, Hickory NC 28601

Date & Time:
June 19-23, 2023
Monday - Friday, 8:45am-12pm

Cost:
Tuition for the week is $45.00.

Description:
The camp is designed to enhance the current educational system by making music in an atmosphere of fun and friendship and to develop an interest in and foster an appreciation of choral music. Students will start each day with clinic and wrap up by enjoying the various SALT Block venues. The camp will conclude on Friday with a parent/family/friends observation time.

Daily Schedule (M-TH):
8:45 – 9:00am Check-in
9:00 - 10:30am Choral Instruction
10:30 - 10:45am Snack/Bathroom Break
10:45 - 11:45am SALT Block Activity
11:45 - 12:00pm Camp Wrap Up, Dismissal

Friday Schedule:
8:45 – 9:00am Check-in
9:00 - 10:30am Choral Instruction
10:30 - 10:45am Water/Bathroom Break
10:45 - 11:00am Report to Auditorium
11:00 - 12:00pm Performance/Reception

Registration information
Register Online here