- Grand Rapids Summer Music Camp
Chamber Music Summer Camp
The Grand Rapids Chamber Music Camp (GRCMC) is a week-long musical immersion designed for young string and piano players who want to grow, collaborate, and perform at a higher level.
August 3-8, 2026
Chamber Ensemble Coachings
Students rehearse in small chamber groups with guidance from expert GR City Strings music faculty.
Orchestra Rehearsals
Under the direction of our skilled directors, students learn the essentials of ensemble playing in an orchestra setting.
Choir Sessions
Musicians strengthen listening skills, pitch awareness, and musical phrasing through singing.
Guest Artist Masterclass
Students participate in Guest Artist Masterclass with nationally recognized performers.
- About Grand Rapids Summer Music Camp
Join GR City Strings Chamber Music Camp August 3-8, 2026
Experience a week of learning, laughter, and unforgettable music-making in the heart of Grand Rapids. Whether you’re preparing for your first chamber experience or advancing your artistry, GRCMC offers a place where young musicians truly belong.
- Why GR City Strings Chamber Music Camp?
We believe every child deserves a place to belong
We believe every young musician deserves a space where they feel seen, supported, and inspired. At GR City Strings, our Chamber Music Camp is more than lessons and rehearsals — it’s a place to belong. Students form friendships, build confidence, and discover the lifelong gift of music within a caring community that feels like home.
- Meet GR City Strings Instructors
🎻 Our Expert Teachers
GR City Strings’ world-class faculty has included teachers from all over Michigan, as well as Ohio and New York. Our teachers are more than instructors — they are mentors, performers, and passionate musicians who believe in the power of connection through music.
Teresa Bellamy
- GR City Strings Testimonials
See why families love GR City Strings!
Read heartfelt testimonials from parents and students about our cello lessons, chamber music programs, and the supportive community that helps kids thrive.
August 2023
This program is beyond fantastic! My daughter has participated for the last two years and has grown in her musicality, confidence, and overall teamworking skills. The staff is exceedingly knowledgeable and kind. From day one to the night of the final performance, my daughter participated in a range of different classes that were both engaging and fun! We look forward to joining again next year!
August 2018
This program is a treasure! My daughter learned so much. She sounded better playing in her quartet at the Friday recital than I have ever heard her. She loved learning from Rodney Page, and she made new friends. We plan to sign her up next year!
August 2018
My daughter participated in the 2018 GRCMP camp and I am beyond impressed at the quality of the program that Alicia Gregorian Sawyers put together. The quality of instruction the kids received was top notch and there were fun creative elements and activities woven throughout the week. Alicia did an excellent job of bringing together a diverse group of kids with varying levels of experience and the end result was that everyone had fun, learned, made new friends and performed a stellar concert at the end. I am so thankful that my daughter was able to be a part of it all, and we will definitely be back next year if the camp is offered again! Thank you to Alicia and all of the faculty for a wonderful experience!