Our Upright Bass Camp offers a focused and enriching experience for students with at least one year of bass-playing experience. Participants will engage in daily stretching, technique classes, masterclasses, bass chamber ensembles, and private lessons led by expert faculty. The camp concludes with a final concert showcasing all campers.
Artistic Director: David Murray
This program is designed for students entering grades 7–12 in the fall of 2026.
Camp Hours: *Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
*Residential campers will move in on June 7, 2026.
Campers may choose to stay on campus for the full week, arriving the Sunday evening before camp begins. Residential campers are housed in Irvington House, enjoy three meals a day in the Residential College dining hall, and take part in nightly activities led by resident assistants, with overnight supervision provided by RAs and a dorm chaperone.
Lunch will be provided for all campers in the campus dining hall. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner* will be provided for residential students.
*Residential campers should eat dinner before moving in on Sunday.
Register by May 15, 2026.
Tuition & Deposit:
- Program tuition is $500 for commuter students or $900 for residential.
- A $25 non-refundable deposit is required at checkout to reserve your spot. This amount is applied toward your total tuition.
- The remaining balance is due May 18, 2026, unless you are on an approved flexible payment plan. All payment plan balances must be paid at least 14 days before camp begins.
Refund Policy:
Send all cancellation requests to bcas@butler.edu
- Department Cancellation: If the department cancels a camp session, you will receive a full refund.
- 30+ Days Before Camp: Full refund minus the $25 deposit.
- 14–29 Days Before Camp: 50% refund of the amount paid, minus the $25 deposit.
- Fewer Than 14 Days Before Camp: No refunds will be issued.
- Camp sessions are not prorated for vacation, illness, or missed days.
Email: bcas@butler.edu
Phone: 317-940-5500