Napa School of Music
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The Best Summer Camps in Napa Valley for Every Age and Instrument
2026 Summer Music Camps for Kids and Teens in Napa, CA
Give your child a summer filled with music, creativity, new friendships and confidence at Napa School of Music.
Summer at Napa School of Music is more than a place to send your kids for a few hours. It's a real summer camp experience where kids build skills, make friends, and gain confidence on stage. For over 10 years, we've run some of the best summer camps in Napa Valley, and more than 2,500 campers have come through our doors.
Every camp is hands-on. Kids don't sit and watch, they play, sing, write, and perform from day one. Whether your child is picking up an instrument for the first time or already plays and wants to push further, there's a camp built for where they're at right now.
Camps run in small groups with experienced music educators who know how to teach, motivate, and get a nervous first-timer comfortable fast. Each week builds toward a real performance, so campers leave with more than a new skill. They leave with something to be proud of.
Why Families Choose Napa School of Music Summer Camps
Parents trust us because we care about two things equally: musical growth and how kids feel while they're here.
What sets our camps apart:
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Every camp is led by experienced music educators and performers who know how to teach, motivate, and inspire kids at every level.
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Proven track record. Over a decade of summer camps and 2,500+ campers served.
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A safe, secure environment. Background-checked staff, clean studios, and supervision at all times.
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Small group settings. Every child gets personal attention instead of getting lost in a crowd.
What to Bring to Napa School of Music Summer Camp
Getting ready for camp week? Here's a simple packing list to make drop-off easy:
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A refillable water bottle
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A light jacket or sweater for air-conditioned rooms
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Comfortable clothes they can move in
A few packing tips from our staff: leave anything valuable at home, label everything that isn't attached to your kid, and if your camper is nervous about day one, a favorite pick or strap can make a borrowed instrument feel more like their own.
Find the Right Music Camp for Your Child
Whether your child is trying music for the first time or wants to strengthen existing skills, our music camps for kids and teens in Napa provide hands-on instruction, group activities and performance opportunities.
Piano Camp for Beginners
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Ages: 7–14
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Experience: Beginner
Our beginner piano camp for kids in Napa introduces students to keyboard technique, basic note reading, rhythm and playing with both hands. Songs, games and creative exercises help students develop a strong foundation without making the learning process feel overwhelming.
Campers will learn:
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Proper hand position and finger numbers
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Basic notes and rhythms
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Simple songs using both hands
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Musical patterns and listening skills
By the end of the week, campers will be playing simple songs independently, recognizing notes on the staff, and understanding the building blocks of music—all while feeling proud, confident, and inspired to continue.
Rock Band Camp
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Ages: 9-16 yrs
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Experience: Minimum 1 year
Our rock band camp in Napa, CA helps young musicians learn how to rehearse, communicate and perform as a group. Students work together on several songs while developing timing, stage presence and real-world band skills.
Campers will practice:
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Playing in a band with other musicians
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Timing, listening and musical communication
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Rehearsal etiquette
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Stage presence and live performance
The week culminates in a live band performance, where campers showcase their progress and experience the excitement of playing on stage. This is real musical growth—fun, focused, and incredibly rewarding.
Drumline Camp
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Ages: 8–16
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Experience: Minimum 1 year drumming experience required
Our drum camp for kids and teens in Napa focuses on rhythm, precision, teamwork and performance. It is also a helpful introduction for students interested in joining a middle-school or high-school drumline.
Students will improve:
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Stick control and clean technique
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Timing, grooves and cadences
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Ensemble listening
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Performance confidence and discipline
The week builds toward a high‑impact performance that showcases the intensity, teamwork, and thrill of drumline playing. Loud, challenging, and incredibly fun.
Beginner Guitar Camp
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Ages: 6–14
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Experience: No experience required
Our guitar camp for kids in Napa helps first-time players learn chords, riffs, strumming and basic guitar care. Students begin making music from the first day through songs, games and group playing.
Campers will learn:
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How to hold and tune a guitar
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Beginner chords and riffs
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Basic strumming patterns
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Rhythm and coordination
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How to play music with others
By the end of the week, campers won’t just know guitar basics—they’ll feel like guitar players, excited and motivated to keep playing.
Ukulele Camp
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Ages: 6–13
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Experience: Beginner-friendly
Ukulele Camp is a welcoming introduction to music for children who want an approachable first instrument. Students learn basic chords, rhythm and simple songs while playing in a relaxed group environment.
Campers will develop:
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Basic chords and strumming
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Rhythm and steady beat
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Smooth chord transitions
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Group playing and singing skills
The week wraps up with a fun group performance, giving students a chance to celebrate their progress and feel proud of what they’ve accomplished.
Vocal and Singing Camp
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Ages: 6–15
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Experience: All levels welcome
Our singing camp for kids in Napa helps young singers develop vocal technique, confidence and stage presence. Students participate in warm-ups, movement activities, vocal games and popular songs in an encouraging, pressure-free environment.
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Breath control
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Pitch matching
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Diction and expression
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Harmony and projection
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Solo and group singing
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Stage confidence
Beyond technique, Vocal Camp is about confidence and self‑expression. The week ends with a performance that celebrates growth, courage, and the joy of singing.
Toddlers And Preschool Music FunTime Camp
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Ages: 3–6
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Requirement: must be potty-trained
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Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Our preschool music camp in Napa introduces young children to rhythm, movement, singing and musical instruments through imaginative play.
Daily activities may include:
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Singing and movement games
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Drums, shakers, bells and xylophones
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Rhythm and echo-clapping activities
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Musical storytelling
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Creative group games
By the end of the week, campers will have made friends, discovered the joy of music, and built a strong foundation for future musical learning—all while having a blast.
Songwriting and Music Production Camp
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Ages: 9-16
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Experience: 2 Years of singing and/or on a specific instrument
Our songwriting and music production camp for teens in Napa guides students through the complete creative process—from developing an original idea to producing a finished recording.
Students will explore:
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Lyric writing and song structure
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Melody, harmony and chord progressions
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GarageBand or Logic Pro
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Beat-making, loops and track layering
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Recording vocals and instruments
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Basic mixing and production
The camp culminates in a listening showcase, where students share their original tracks with family and friends.
Whether you're a budding singer-songwriter or curious about producing beats, this camp offers a supportive, fun, and inspiring environment to grow your musical voice and technical skills.
Napa School of Music Summer Camps combine fun, friendship, confidence, and real musical growth. Each camp is thoughtfully designed to meet students where they are and help them shine—on stage, in class, and beyond.
Music Camps for Families Across Napa Valley
Napa School of Music welcomes children and teens from Napa and surrounding communities, including:
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American Canyon
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Yountville
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St. Helena
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Calistoga
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Sonoma
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Fairfield
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Vallejo
Families looking for a summer music camp near Napa Valley can choose from beginner instrument camps, performance programs, preschool activities and advanced creative camps.
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Registration is open now! Click to: https://www.napaschoolofmusic.com/summer-camps
or call 707-252-4040.
What a fun way to spend your Summer Vacation!!
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