SONG CAMP
This is a day camp that runs for one week, and is dedicated to having fun with our singing voice..
This camp is designed for kids age 5-12.
Campers will learn folk songs from around the world, including regional traditional songs. From Africa to the Ozarks, Hawaii to Korea and Louisiana to the Arkansas Delta—we explore the culture of each place and the impact that culture has on music and how it has adapted through time.
Campers will experience music-making through improvisation, songwriting, musical games, movement, listening, and singing. All the while learning melodies & rhythms of varying styles.
We will explore song concepts, including rounds, a capella, harmony singing, and call & response.
On Friday afternoon, campers will share what they’ve learned at our song showcase!
DAILY SCHEDULE
9:45-10am - Arrival
10am-10:30am - Ice Breakers/Warmups/Games
10:30-12noon - Listening and learning group songs (break into groups)
12noon-12:45 - LUNCH
1-2pm - Rhythm & movement
2-3pm - Stations: instrument making, jump rope/rhythm crafting
3pm - Dismissal
3-5:30pm - Aftercare option (additional fee)
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CAMP FAQ'S
Camp Location
Folk School of Fayetteville (in Arkansas)
207 West Center Street
Pick Up & Drop Off
We require that you sign your child in & out daily with a staff member.
We do not provide before-care outside of the drop-off time.
Aftercare
Regular camp pickup is by 5 pm. For an additional $50, you can sign your camper up for aftercare. We offer aftercare for those caregivers who need to pick up their campers between 5 and 6 pm Monday through Thursday. The students will perform in a final showcase on Friday at 5 pm —aftercare is not available on Friday.
Food
Please pack a lunch for your student daily. We'll have snacks available each day, but not a full lunch.
What to Bring
Campers will be outside for parts of the day, weather permitting. Please apply sunscreen and pack extra for them to apply as needed.
- sunscreen
- LUNCH
- reusable water bottle
Final Performance
The campers will perform in a showcase on the last day of camp (Friday). Final pick-up will happen immediately following the concert.
$ FINANCIAL AID $
If your child wishes to attend this day-camp, but you are in need of financial assistance to pay for registration, please email bernice@fayettevilleroots.org. Subject line: Summer Programs Financial Aid
Refund Policy
If you wish to alter or cancel registration, please notify FSF (email) us within two weeks of the camp start date.
Refund is 75% of the camp fee upon receipt of a written cancellation, within 2 weeks of the start date.
Refund is 50% of the camp fee upon receipt of a written cancellation, if 1 week prior to the start date.
There will be no refunds for last minute cancellations or no-shows.
FOLK SCHOOL OF FAYETTEVILLE is a 501(c)3 non-profit music organization popularly known as Fayetteville Roots.
Since 2010, we have carried out our mission to connect community through music and food. Over that time we have fostered concerts & community/educational events in Northwest Arkansas.
The Folk School of Fayetteville, located in the historic Walker Stone House near the Fayetteville Square, offers space and connection for our music community: lessons, classes, workshops, jams, and concerts.
What is a Folk School and why do you need to know about it?
FOLK MEANS PEOPLE
Folk Schools originated as a way for communities to learn from each other, especially vital to communities that didn’t have access to “formal education”.
Folk Schools create an environment that encourages People teaching People, rather than a classical education approach of Professor and Student.
Folk School of Fayetteville is continuing this model by providing space for musicians to learn from each other, for new players to learn, and for long time musicians to develop new technique and skills — and this is available to ALL the FOLKS (people). Folk School is open to all genres, identities, and cultures, and is excited to host music that is as dynamic and varied as our community.
Folk School of Fayetteville guiding principles:
Create opportunities for our music community
Support and present multivaried music genres, identities, & cultures
Commitment to free & low-cost community learning
Creative re-use of existing urban spaces
Collaboration with the community & music/arts organizations
Low waste & low impact sustainable events
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