July 14th - 18th

CAMP INFO:
Our mission is to empower youth to authentically express themselves by providing a supportive community that fosters creativity, confidence, and collaboration through music education and performance. In a weeklong summer session run by adult community volunteers, campers gain meaningful life experiences of collaboration, problem solving, self-expression, and involvement in social justice in a creative, supportive environment.

Campers will learn instrument and vocals basics, compose original songs that will perform live to hundreds of family, friends, and community members and record a song in a professional recording studio – all in one week’s time. Throughout each session, OLL also provides daily workshops geared towards building self-esteem and encouraging self-expression and involvement in social justice.

At OLL, we seek to create a supportive community of peers and positive mentors that encourage and teach youth to be their own music heroes, allowing them to think differently about limits that may be placed upon them by our society. Our programming provides unique opportunities that are rarely found elsewhere: we use music as a vehicle to eradicate limiting myths about gender and age; we increase access and exposure to music education and hands-on learning; and our programming encourages collaboration, leadership skills, and self-confidence.

FAQ

When will this year’s camp happen?

June 14th thru 19th at UofL School of Music and La La Land Studios

How do I apply for OLL Summer Camp?

Apply online using the OLL Summer Camp Application Form

IMPORTANT DATES:

Camp applications open! 

March 10th

Camp Dates and Schedules

July 14th - 18th

University Of Louisville School of Music

Younger Campers Ages 6 to 11 years old

8am - 12pm

Older Campers Ages 12 to 17 years old

1pm - 5pm

Applications close!

June 30th

**Parents/caregivers will be updated on the status of their application as applications are turned in. DO NOT send payment until you are notified to do so!**

July 14th - 18th (daytime): Camp at UofL Music School

July 18th (evening): Showcase Concert at UofL Music School 6PM

July 19th (all day, but with specific time slots for each band) Recording session at La La Land studio

Who can attend OLL Summer Camp?

OLL is for girls, trans (regardless of identity), non-binary, gender-expansive, and/or gender non-conforming youth ages 10-18. There is no musical experience necessary and we will provide all instruments for campers who attend.

Do you only teach Rock Music?

NO! We support all the ways campers want to “rock” — whatever that means to them! We teach, listen to, and love all sorts of music from rock to hip-hop, jazz to folk, pop to punk! Campers are encouraged to explore and create any kind of music that they feel passionate about!

Why does camp specifically cater to girls, trans, and gender non-conforming youth?

Girls, femmes, trans people of all gender identities, and gender non-conforming folks are not always given equal access to quality instrument instructions and encouragement in gender-affirming spaces.  We would like to encourage them to challenge this norm. The best way to do that is through a week of fun where girls, trans, and GNC youth can interact with each other in a safe and comfortable atmosphere

How much is tuition for a OLL Summer Camp?

Full tuition for the week of camp is $350, but our suggested sliding scale levels are explained below. Tuition includes camp instruments, materials for workshops, art supplies, camp t-shirts, lunch and snacks for all campers, dinner prior to the showcase concert, as well as the opportunity to record in a professional recording studio and perform a public concert. Out Loud Louisville relies on program tuition and grassroots fundraising for the bulk of our funding and appreciate the support from our community to run and grow our programming. 

Annual Household Income  Suggested Tuition

less than $25,000                    $0-$100
$25,000 to $35,000                 $100-200
$35,000 to $45,000                 $200-350
$45,000 to $80,000                 $350 (full tuition)
more than $80,000                  $350-500 (full tuition plus a partial scholarship for another camper!)
More than $80,000                  $500-700 (full tuition plus a full scholarship for another camper!)

Will lunch be provided for campers?

Yes! We are proud to partner with local businesses in providing lunch each day, however, campers are welcome to bring their own lunches if they have specific needs.

Further questions about attending OLL Summer Camp?

Contact Allison at general@outloudlouisville.com with any further questions!