Walla Walla Symphony

The Walla Walla Music Organization and Walla Walla Symphony are pleased to present this free, one-week music camp designed to give participants the experience of preparing for and producing a Rock ’n’ Roll concert.

CONCEPT: Rock Camp is a one-week intensive music experience designed to provide interaction between young musicians and professional musicians in a real-life production setting. Campers will spend a portion of the day learning about different elements of producing a concert, such as tech and audio engineering, stage management, band identity, promotions, marketing, and concert hospitality. For the second part of each day, campers will create bands, choose songs, practice and rehearse, and prepare for a Friday Concert. Campers also have the option to join the backstage team or front of house team instead of or in addition to forming a band. 

The experience culminates with a free live concert performance for friends, family, and the community. Walla Walla’s future Rock ‘n ’Rollers will get a glimpse into the world of the professional rock music scene, and a chance to rock out with their friends!

CAMPERS: Rock Camp is open to students entering grades 7-12 in the 2026-2027 school year. All are welcome, no experience is necessary, and repeat campers are encouraged and welcomed!

DATES AND TIMES: July 13 to 17 (Monday-Friday), 8:45am-2pm, with a free concert (open to the public) Friday evening July 17 at 5:30pm.

*PLEASE NOTE* the change in dates - previously this camp was advertised as happening a week earlier, but due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to change the dates. Please be sure you've noted note the updated dates of July 13 to 17!

LOCATION: Rock Camp will be hosted by Walla Walla Community College, 500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla.

COST AND COMMITMENT: Rock Camp is FREE, but limited to the first 50 campers. Because each band member becomes an integral part of their band, please be certain that campers can commit to the sessions AND the final performance. Please register by June 12 - registrations may be taken after June 12 if space allows, but campers registering late will not be guaranteed a t-shirt in their size.

ROCK CAMP TRACKS: 

• Performers: Choose the primary instrumental or vocal focus that you will contribute to your band for the week. You will be grouped with peers with similar experience levels to explore your instrument in a group setting. Each camper will be asked to focus on only one instrument for the duration of camp, but may have the opportunity to explore a second instrument if time allows.
• Backstage/Tech team: Learn how to help backstage with elements like live sound engineering, recording, editing, microphone placement, stage management, and other backstage necessities that create a well-balanced on-stage sound and a smooth run of show. Participate in the backstage operations during Friday's concerts. Campers can choose to do this instead of or in addition to performing in a band.
• Front of House and Promotions Team: Learn about forming band identity via Band T-Shirt design, logos, photography and video,  merchandise, concert posters, programs, and other promotional materials, Help during the concert with front of house tasks such as selling merchandise, welcoming audience members to the concert, and enhancing the audience experience. Campers can choose to do this instead of or in addition to performing in a band.

TENTATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE: (Subject to change)

Monday-Friday:

• 8:45-8:55 - Check-in
• 9:00-9:30 - Assembly and Announcements
• 9:30-10:00 - Session 1
• 10:00-11:00 - Session 2
• 11:00 - 12:00 - Session 3
• 12:00-12:30 - Lunch
• 12:30 - 1:45 - Band Practice
• 1:50-2:00 Announcements
• 2:00 - Dismissal

Friday Concert Schedule:

• 4:00pm - 5:30pm - Concert Setup at  WWCC Performing Arts Center
• 5:30pm - 6:30pm - Concert
• 6:30-8:00 - Break-down/Clean Up, if you can stay to help!

QUESTIONS: For general questions, please contact the Walla Walla Symphony office at:

• rockcamp@wwsymphony.org
• (509) 529-8020.
• Mailing address:
  Rock Camp, c/o Walla Walla Symphony,
  PO Box 92
  Walla Walla WA 99362.