Summer Camp: Junior Strings
July 6-10 & August 24-28, 2026
at the University of Victoria
The Victoria Conservatory of Music Junior Strings Summer Camp gives young students ages 6-12 musical days filled with group classes, composition, chamber music, art, and outdoor fun! Students may sign up for one or two weeks. Sibling and multi-week discounts will be applied during registration.
Within the weekly camps, we will have three individualized levels of learning inviting a wide range of abilities, from those students picking up the violin or cello for the very first time to those with several years of experience playing in chamber music ensembles.
Our high ratio of faculty to students gives plenty of opportunities for individual attention, including mini-lessons throughout the week.
Students will be assigned to streams by the Junior Program Coordinator.
Early Bird registration deadline (July Camp): May 1, 2026
Final registration and bursary application deadline (July Camp): June 15, 2026
Early Bird registration deadline (August Camp): June 15, 2026
Final registration and bursary application deadline (August Camp): July 1, 2026
Learn more
How to Register
Online registration requires payment in full. Payment by credit card will incur a 3.23% convenience fee. If you do not wish to incur this fee, please contact our office for other payment methods.
Optional Video Upload
Students with experience are encouraged to provide a recent short video of a piece that best demonstrates their current playing level to ensure accurate group placement. If you have difficulty uploading your video below, you may email it to jzhong[at]vcm.bc.ca.
Fees and Deadlines
Early Bird: $425/week + $33 non-refundable application fee
After Early Bird: $485/week + $55 non-refundable application fee
Students may sign up for one- or two-weeks. Sibling and multi-week discounts will be applied during registration.
Early Bird registration deadline (July Camp): May 1, 2026
Final registration and bursary application deadline (July Camp): June 1, 2026
Early Bird registration deadline (August Camp): June 15, 2026
Final registration and bursary application deadline (August Camp): July 1, 2026
Some bursary assistance may be available. Applicants must comply with all deadlines and requirements. Late applicants will not be considered for financial assistance.
Dates and Daily Schedule
1 week – July 6-10, 2026
1 week – August 24-28, 2026
All programs run full day Monday to Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm.
Daily Agenda: (except the final concert day)
- 8:45-9:00am – Arrival
- 9:00-9:10am – Group Warm-Up & Meetings
- 9:10-10:00am – Block #1: Technique Class/Rehearsal
- 10:00-10:20am – Snack break
- 10:20-11:10am – Block #2: Repertoire Class/Rehearsal
- 11:10-12:00pm – Lunch Break
- 12:00-1:00pm – Block #3: Group Activity/Composition
- 1:00-1:15pm – Recess
- 1:15-2:00pm – Block #4: Music Appreciation/Theory
- 2:00-2:15pm – Recess
- 2:15-3:00pm – Block #5: Review & Group Fun!
- 3:00-3:15pm – Dismissal
*Please note that the agenda is subject to change depending on the groups.
Location
University of Victoria, hosted by the School of Music, MacLaurin Building, 3800 Finnerty Road.
Faculty
Maria Wang, Junior Program Coordinator, Cello
Raina Saunders, Violin
Rose Spivack, Teaching Assistant
More faculty to be announced.
Faculty subject to change
Concerts
On the last day of each camp there will be a concert open to family and friends.
Families are invited to attend the concert on the last day of the camp. Students will have regular instruction on Friday morning, followed by an early afternoon concert. Performance schedule TBD.
The Fine Print
Please note: all fees must be paid in full by the registration deadline (excluding those waiting on the result of their bursary application).
Online registration requires payment in full. Payment by credit card will incur a convenience fee. If you do not wish to incur this fee, please contact our office for other payment methods.
Those awaiting acceptance (where applicable) or the results of their bursary application are encouraged to contact us directly to register.
Contact
Victoria Conservatory of Music Front Desk
250.386.5311 | info[at]vcm.bc.ca
Maria Wang, Junior Program Coordinator
mariawangtw[at]gmail.com