FURTHER MUSIC SUMMER CAMP
An Immersive NYC Music Camp Experience
Music. Creativity. Performance. Friendship.
Further Music Summer Camp brings young musicians together for an unforgettable summer of hands-on music making, ensemble collaboration, creative projects, performances, and inspiring NYC cultural experiences.
🎹 Piano | 🥁 Drums | 🎸 Guitar & Band
🎤 Singing & Songwriting | 🎭 Acting & Musical Theater
Summer 2027 • Ages 5–16
Forest Hills, Queens
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM, (extended 3-5pm)
All Levels Welcome
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EXPERIENCE SUMMER AT FURTHER
Want to see what a summer at Further Music School is really like?
Our 2026 campers spent eight weeks forming bands, writing original music, exploring different instruments, performing for family and friends, visiting iconic NYC cultural destinations, and creating memories together.
[READ: 2026 SUMMER CAMP — EIGHT WEEKS WE'LL NEVER FORGET]
Scroll down to explore our camp programs, daily schedule, past weekly themes, field experiences, performances, FAQs, and more.
What We Offer
Further Music Summer Camp is a structured, performance-focused program designed for students ages 5–12 who want to grow in musical skill, creativity, and confidence.Each week combines major-based music training, rotating creative labs, premier Friday field experiences, and a live family showcase — all in small, focused groups.
This is not a drop-in camp.
It’s an immersive artistic experience built for real growth.
Camp Majors (Concentrations)
1️⃣ Piano Ensemble
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Reading & rhythm
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Ensemble teamwork
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Listening skills
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Confidence & performance
What students Learn:
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Level-based piano instruction
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Group ensemble pieces (different parts for different levels)
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Rhythm games & musicianship
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Perform as a piano ensemble
2️⃣ Band / Songwriting
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Guitar, bass, drums, keys, vocal
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Rehearsal & stage skillsMelody, chords & song structure
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Creative collaboration
What students Learn:
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Play in small bands
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Write simple original songs
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Learn basic stage presence & cues
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Perform band pieces or originals on Friday
3️⃣ Acting & Musical Theater
Focus:
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Voice projection & expression
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Acting games & scenes
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Movement & storytelling
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Performance presence
What students Learn:
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Acting & improv games
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Group singing & scenes
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Movement & simple choreography
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Perform short scenes/songs on Friday
4️⃣ Drum Workshop
Focus:
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Drum set & percussion ensemble
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Groove & timing
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Listening & coordination
What students Learn:
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Play drum set & percussion instruments
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Learn core grooves
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Perform rhythm ensemble pieces on Friday
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Logistics at a Glance
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Age & Levels: Ages 5–12 | All Levels Welcome. Students are grouped to support both social comfort (age) and musical growth (experience and confidence). No prior music experience is required.
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Location: Further Music School – Queens Location
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Schedule: Monday–Friday (each week is standalone)9:00 am-3:00 pm
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Enrollment: Families may enroll in any individual week(s) or all weeks
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Instruments: Provided as neede, students may bring their own (optional)
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Performance: Every week ends with a family concert
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What to Bring: Lunch; Snack; Water bottle;Comfortable clothes & sneakers
How the Camp Works
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One Primary Concentration — Focused daily learning
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Rotating Music Labs — Explore other areas like theater, songwriting, and ensemble practice
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Ensemble / Project Time — Rehearsal & performance prep
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Friday Celebration — Field trip, outdoor music games, and the family concert
Daily Schedule
Daily Schedule (Mon–Thu)
9:00–9:30 • Arrival & Warm-Up
9:30–10:45 • Major Block
10:45–11:00 • Snack
11:00–12:00 • Music Lab A
12:00–12:45 • Lunch
12:45–1:45 • Music Lab B
1:45–2:00 • Snack / Ice Cream
2:00–3:00 • Ensemble / Project
Friday Field Trip & Showcase
Featured Friday Field Experiences
Every Friday, campers participate in a supervised cultural field experience designed to inspire and connect learning to the real world of professional performance. Students explore New York’s most prestigious artistic institutions.
🎼 Lincoln Center
🎻 New York Philharmonic
🎶 The Metropolitan Opera House
🎶 Carnegie Hall
🎓 The Juilliard School
🎭 Broadway Production Workshop
🎻 New York Chamber Music Society
*Field trip destinations vary by week and availability.
✨ Students return inspired, motivated, and ready to perform at their Friday Family Showcase.
⭐Trusted by 500+ Queens Families Each Year
WHAT PARENTS SAY
Maria L., Forest Hills Parent
“Our daughter’s confidence grew so much in just one week. The Friday performance was her favorite part — she was so proud to be on stage. The teachers were incredibly supportive and structured.
Daniel C., Rego Park Parent
“The Lincoln Center visit was unforgettable. It inspired my son in a way I didn’t expect. He came home talking about Juilliard and wanting to practice more.
Kevin M., Queens Parent
“This is not a typical daycare-style camp. It’s organized, music-focused, and thoughtfully run. The daily structure made a big difference.
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