Trad Camp
JULY 14 - 18, 2025
Downtown Montpelier VT
A week of immersion in music, song, and dance from Celtic, Old Time, Quebecois and New England traditions. All ability levels welcome.
Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm (aftercare option until 4:00 pm)
Where: Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 130 Main Street, Montpelier, VT
Ages: Youth 8-16 years old. Caregivers can join at a reduced rate.
Tuition: $ 380/youth, $75 add-on for caregiver. Scholarship funds are available!
What to Expect:
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The chance to build skills with your instrument, try out new ones, and jam with fellow campers
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Lunchtime concerts featuring camp faculty and local professional musicians
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Lots of active movement, crafts and outdoor time
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Friday afternoon camper showcase for friends and family
Instructors:
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Emerson Gale: fiddle, guitar, trad band, tunes and chords
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McKinley James: trad cello, trad band, tune writing, tunes and chords
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Tom MacKenzie: ukulele, banjo, song
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Ruth Einstein: fiddle, learning tunes
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Gerlisa Garrett: Irish set dancing and percussive dance
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Joanne Garton: fiddle, trad band, chops and grooves
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Mikaela Moore: camp games, crafts, field trips
Emerson Gale
Ruth Einstein
McKinley James
Joanne Garton
Mikaela Moore
Tom MacKenzie
Gerlisa Garrett
