Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

A Music Camp for People with Developmental Disabilities

The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Music Camp is a week-long residential camp designed for people with Williams syndrome and other developmental disabilities who are at least 16 years-old.

Music campers work together with a counselor to write a song.

Fun, Musical Experience Also Focuses on Social Skills and Independence

The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Music camp is a residential camp experience held on the Vanderbilt Campus in conjunction with the Blair School of Music.

Campers celebrate music by participating in a songwriting workshop, recording session, songwriter's night and a live performance on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. Campers are invited to take part in research activities.

Music Camp provides persons with Williams syndrome and other developmental disabilities a unique opportunity to focus on what they love and do well — music! Camp goals include:

  • Learning and practicing new skills
  • Music enrichment and appreciation
  • Performing with other musicians
  • Socializing with mentors and peers
  • Feeling connected and empowered
  • Family support and information

Application Details

Dates: June 28 - July 3, 2009

Campers: Young adults with developmental disabilities, ages 16 and up.

Cost: $1300 (scholarships available)

Application Packet (.pdf)

Application Packet - Reunion Campers (.pdf)

Contact

Gretchen Herbert, Coordinator, Music Camp, (615) 343-7046

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