Music Creators Camp
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Music Creators Camp 2026
🎶 Learn to Produce Original Digital Music at Music Creators Camp! 🎶
Is your middle-school or high-school student ready to bring their musical vision to life using the latest technology? At Music Creators Camp, sponsored by the Newman Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Denver, we’re blending traditional composition with the cutting-edge tools of tomorrow to help you craft music that’s as forward-thinking as you are.
This isn’t just another camp—it’s a creative incubator. Whether you’re a musician or just starting to explore your digital music potential, campers work alongside industry professionals to shape their ideas into fully realized tracks.
What You’ll Experience:
13-16 years olds at any experience level gain access to advanced software and production tools to elevate their sound
Hands-on workshops at The Community College of Denver (Auraria Campus) with safe, experienced music professionals
A growth mindset: Opportunities to collaborate and refine your craft in an inspiring, fun, and welcoming environment
From composition to recording to production, teens learn everything from melodies and lyrics, to recording instruments and beats
Each camper will complete the session with a portfolio of original digital music, and the tools to continue to explore their own musical journey.
Camp Dates
Week 1 (Beginner): 6/8-6/12,2026 9-3 p.m. daily with snacks. Beginner level: for students with little or no experience with DAWS.
Week 2 (Experienced): 6/15-6/19, 2026 9-3 p.m. daily with snacks. Experienced Level: for students with some experience working with DAWS.
Note: The curriculum is designed for students to continue from week 1 to week 2 if interested. Please contact us with questions about which level is appropriate for your camper.
Questions? luke.wachter@du.edu
Feedback from campers and parents:
"My daughter's highest compliment, 'I found my people.'"
"Made lots of friends and memories."
"The instructors were kind to me and helped me to understand the lessons and take my learning to the next level."
"It was a great opportunity for our kid to explore music creation and music theory since our kid doesn't sing or play an instrument but loves music."
