Fun, inclusive music and dance programs for all ages and abilities.
Children’s Dance Camps
For ages 5-12, with or without prior dance experience. Designed for children who wish to explore a variety of movement forms, dance classes will include ballet, jazz, modern and more! Camp days will also feature arts and crafts, outdoor play and workshops on everything from creative composition to music. Each week of camp will culminate in an exciting demonstration for family and friends!
Children’s Dance Camps run from 9:00am to 4:00pm, with extended supervision available.
4 Day Dance Camp | Tues-Fri
Aug 5-8, 2025
Cost: $200 + registration fee
Faculty: School of Dance
5 Day Dance Camps | Mon-Fri
July 7-11, 2025 | July 21-25, 2025 | July 28 – Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 11-15, 2025 | Aug 18-22, 2025 | Aug 25-29, 2025
Cost: $250 + registration fee
Faculty: School of Dance
Game Music String Orchestra
Let’s play VGM? Join our Game Music String Orchestra and learn to play your favourite game music hits. There are two classes per week, which will culminate in a great performance by the end of August. All string players welcome – all ages! RCM Grade 2 minimum requirement.
Faculty: Andre Pretzel
Time: Tuesday + Thursday | 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Dates:
Cost: Full Session – $240 + registration fee (no drop-in)
Sing, Dance & Play
For ages 5 to 12, no experience required! This camp provides a unique opportunity to explore rhythm and musicality through a range of different activities. Camp days will feature music and dance classes, arts and crafts, and outdoor play. The week of camp will culminate in an exciting demonstration for family and friends.
July 14-18, 2025 | 9:00am – 4:00pm | Mon – Fri
Cost: $270 + registration fee
Faculty: Schools of Dance & Music
Suzuki Group Class
Make sure to keep your Suzuki repertoire polished and don’t let the summer break get the best of your pieces! Meet new friends by joining our weekly Suzuki group lessons and enjoy making music with your peers.
Faculty: Andre Pretzel
Time: Wednesday
Book 1 – 9:00am
Book 2 – 9:30am
Book 3 – 10:00am
Book 4 – 10:30am
Dates:
July 3, 10, 17, 31
Aug 7, 14, 21, 28
Cost:
Full Session – $120 (8 Lessons) + registration fee
Drop in – $20/lesson
Strings Day Camp for Kids
Let’s play together!
For string players ages 7 through 14 of all levels. Playing music together is a wonderful opportunity for creativity, fun and friendship. Every day will include chamber music, technique and repertoire classes, rhythm and movement classes, opportunity for arts and crafts and outdoor recreation. Weekly highlights include: improvisation and creation and performance opportunities.
The camp will wrap up with a performance for family and friends!
July 21-25, 2025 | 9am – 4pm | Supervision 8:30am – 5:00pm
Cost: $350 + registration fee
Faculty: Susanne Brown, Andre Pretzel & Hilary Brown
Ages: 7 – 14
Brass Camp
A week-long introduction in brass instrumental performance for students with at least 1 year experience on their preferred instrument (trumpet/cornet, horn, baritone/euphonium, trombone, tuba/bass). The purpose of the camp is to foster and inspire the education of students through the brass instrumental medium. Providing both individual and group instruction (sectionals, master classes, and large ensemble), the camp culminates in several performances and a final concert at the end of the week. The camp serves as an opportunity for participants to prepare them for joining the youth brass programs at the conservatory.
August 18-22, 2025 | 9:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: $350 + registration fee
Faculty: Rod MacGillivray & Matt Richard
Ages: 8 – 18
RCM Scales and Studies Bootcamp
Let’s start the year strong! Join this enthusiastic group of violinists and prepare your scales and studies ahead of your next exam! This summer course will boost your confidence for your upcoming technical level requirements of the RCM examinations and together with your peers you will learn the necessary skills in a fun environment.
Faculty: Andre Pretzel
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Grade 1 – 9:00am
Grade 2 – 9:30am
Grade 3 – 10:00am
Grade 4 – 10:30am
Dates:
July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 30, (1 Aug)
Aug 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Cost: Full Session – $240 + registration fee (no drop-in)
Junior Dance Intensive
For ages 10-13, or dancers entering RAD grades 3-5 or equivalent (a minimum of two years dance experience recommended). A unique opportunity for young dancers wishing to further their individual strengths and abilities in a supportive environment. Dancers will develop their artistic skills by participating in ballet, jazz, modern, character dance and composition classes tailored to elevate technique and inspire creativity. The second week will culminate in an exciting demonstration for family and friends!
August 11-22, 2025 | 9:00am – 4:00pm
Cost | One Week: $425 Early Bird | $475 + registration fee
Cost | Two Weeks: $850 Early Bird | $900 + registration fee
Faculty: School of Dance + Guest Faculty
Summer Tap Intensives
Join Conservatory Faculty members MacKenzie Greenwell and Michele King for our first Summer Tap Intensives! Improve technique, learn repertoire, focus on music and develop improvisation skills.
June 30- July 3, 2025
Junior – Ages 8-12
9:00am -12:00pm | Mon – Thurs
Teen -Ages 13-17
1:00pm – 4:00pm | Mon – Thurs
Cost: $220 + registration fee
Faculty: MacKenzie Greenwell and Michele King
Summer Musical Theatre Intensive
The MCPA Summer musical theatre intensive will focus on vocal technique, acting through song, and audition prep. We are thrilled to be entering our fifth summer season. This week-long intensive will offer an opportunity to expand your repertoire, enhance your audition skills and broaden your network of friends and industry professionals. Learn practical techniques to book your auditions and industry skills to expand your knowledge of the Musical Theatre biz.
Join New York City trained musical theatre professionals Katie Cochrane and Patrick Maubert and industry practitioners as they guide you through discovering what makes you shine
Students will rotate between sessions on vocal technique and acting through song. Students will also refine their skills in repertoire selection, choosing audition cuts, understanding industry expectations, and performance anxiety. The week culminates in a public showcase performance!
July 28 – August 1, 2025 | 10:00am – 5:00pm (Friday evening performance)
Cost: Early bird fee $575 + registration fee (register by June 30)
Regular fee $600+ registration fee (register after June 30)
Faculty: Katie Cochrane & Patrick Maubert (+ collaborative pianists, guest practioners)
Two Age Groups: 14-17 and 18+
Summer Dance Intensive
Intensive study for serious dance students aged 12+ with a minimum of two years dance experience. Daily focused technique classes in a variety of dance styles including ballet, pointe (if appropriate), repertoire/variations, modern, jazz, composition, and conditioning. Study with our own renowned faculty and guest artists to boost technique and confidence in a supportive environment. A great preparation for the fall season. Billeting available for out of town students.
August 11-22, 2025 | 9:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: $850 Early Bird (before May 31st) | $900 + registration fee
Faculty: School of Dance + Guest Faculty
History 9 Camp
July 14-25, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Mon – Fri
All other course dates and times are negotiable with Dr. Wanzel
Cost: $1125 + registration fee
Faculty: Dr. Lorna Wanzel
Location: Dr. Wanzel’s Studio
Adult Amateur Cellist Summer Session
Cellists of all levels, welcome!
Centered around cello ensemble, this program offers many opportunities for adult cellists to play with one another. This program offers individual lessons, chamber music, lecture/workshops and large ensemble time. A great opportunity to improve your cello skills in a friendly environment with social time and a final concert!
Time: July 14-19, 2025 | Mon-Fri 9:30am-3:30pm, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm
Cost | Full Day: $475 + registration fee ($50/half day)
Faculty: Hilary Brown, Rachel Desoer & special guests
Registrations open until May 15, 2025.
Registrations after this date possible via consultation with Rachel Desoer.
Adult Dance Intensive
A dance intensive experience designed for the adult learner. Daily classes in ballet, conditioning, modern, with workshops to explore dance theory, anatomy and technique. Study with our renowned faculty and have time to explore Halifax in the evenings!
Guest Instructor Daphné Paquette joins Conservatory faculty and additional guest teachers.
July 11-13, 2025 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | Fri – Sun
Cost: $300 + registration fee
Faculty: School of Dance
Tap Dance Bootcamp
An opportunity for students from various studios to come together and prepare for their upcoming dance season with a focus on technique development with Conservatory
August 27 -29, 2025
Intermediate Level
Wednesday and Thursday 9:00am -12:00pm
Friday 10:00am – 11:30am
Advanced Level
Wednesday and Thursday 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Friday 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Cost: $220 + registration fee
Faculty: MacKenzie Greenwell and Michele King