School of Music

The Junior High School Band Camp offers young woodwind, brass, and percussion players the chance to grow as musicians while experiencing band in a fun, collaborative environment, outside of their usual school programs. Campers strengthen individual performance skills, rehearse in full ensembles, and connect with fellow musicians from across the region.

Camp Dates

Registration

Registration is now open and closes on May 18, 2026 

What to expect

Auditions will take place on the first day of camp, immediately after check‑in. Each camper should arrive prepared with a 1–2 minute piece that showcases their strongest playing abilities. Auditions will also include major scales and the chromatic scale. Percussionists should be ready to perform a snare etude, a keyboard etude, snare rudiments, and scales on the keyboard.

The final evening of camp will feature a Grand Concert, where all bands will perform for family and friends. The camp officially concludes at the end of the concert. 

Sample Schedule   View Camp Handbook

For questions or additional information, please contact muscamps@shsu.edu

Camp Dates

Registration

Registration opens on March 1, 2026 and closes on June 1, 2026

What to expect

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Sample Schedule   View Camp Handbook

For questions or additional information, please contact muscamps@shsu.edu or Professor Patricia Card at 936.294.1383 or pcard@shsu.edu.

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Workshop Dates

The SHSU Choral Educators Professional Development Workshop allows secondary level choral educators the opportunity to explore a variety of topics relevant to music education. Throughout the day, veteran educators and SHSU faculty will share ideas on effective teaching in the choral music classroom. Sessions will focus on pedagogical topics relevant to both middle and high school levels. Nine (9) hours of CPE credit is available.

Workshop Dates

June 22, 2026

Guest Presenters

For questions or additional information, please contact Dr. Sandy Perez at sxh080@shsu.edu.