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• UH High School Wind Ensemble & Percussion Institute

  June 23-27, 2025

  Description:
  The University of Houston Band Department is excited to offer a unique opportunity for talented high school musicians. The UH High School Wind Ensemble and Percussion Institute is an elite college immersion experience where Texas's most accomplished student musicians will spend their days in ensemble rehearsals, coachings with our world-renowned music faculty, and various university enrichment experiences, such as conversations with composers, conductors, and exciting only-at-UH activities. In the evenings, student musicians will experience masterclasses, faculty and Texas Music Festival performances, and social activities. Following a comprehensive audition, students will be invited to participate in this one of a kind camp… so apply NOW!

  Summer 2025 repertoire includes: 

  • Symphony No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 47 Transcribed by R. Mark Rogers for Symphonic Wind Band
    
  • Re(new)al by Viet Cuong
  • And other exhilarating college-level wind ensemble and percussion music

  High Schoolers Apply Here 

• Application Requirements

  Application Requirements:

  • A video recording (YouTube or Vimeo link) of your playing recorded after Dec. 31, 2024 
    • Woodwinds & Brass: two (2) contrasting etudes or solo works for your instrument
    • Percussion: four (4) etudes from the following categories
      
      • One (1) etude for concert snare drum
      • One (1) etude or short solo for two-mallet keyboard
      • One (1) etude or solo for four-mallet marimba
      • One (1) etude for timpani
    • Texas all-state selections are acceptable, but applicants are free to choose alternate selections
  • Completed submission of the form below

  High Schoolers Apply Here

• Tuition, Housing, and Fees

  Tuition and Fees:

  Tuition & Fees	Payment  Deadline	Type of Participation	Includes
  $350	Priority: 4/1/25	Commuter	Tuition, lunch and dinner
  $400	Late: 5/1/25	Commuter	Tuition, lunch and dinner
  $500	Priority: 4/1/25	Residential	Tuition, housing, meals
  $550	Late: 5/1/25	Residential	Tuition, housing, meals

  (Once your application is processed, we will email you with your invoice and any additional information needed. Invoices with a link to payment will be sent from caa@central.uh.edu within 3-5 business days of your acceptance notice.)

  All students, regardless of scholarship, are required to pay a $100 non-refundable meal fee upon acceptance to the institute. For scholarship students, you will only be charged the $100 fee and the optional additional parking permit. For non-scholarship recipients, the $100 fee is included in your tuition cost, but is non-refundable after acceptance.

  Available Scholarships:

  • Full tuition scholarship for
    • Any past or current TMEA All-State band, jazz, mariachi, percussion ensemble, or orchestra musicians 
    • All incoming UH Moores School freshman music majors
    • Please note: the scholarship does not apply to the $100 non-refundable fee, which is due for ALL students upon acceptance to the institute.

  Parking:
  Parking permits are available for an additional fee. Information will be provided in the student handbook.

  Private Lessons:
  Private lessons with faculty are available for an additional fee ($120). Students can request a lesson on their application or by emailing caa@uh.edu. Payment is due by May 1.

• Important Dates

  Important Dates

  • APPLICATION DEADLINE (including video submission): Monday, March 10  Extended to Tuesday, April 1
    
    • Priority Payment Deadline: April 1
    • Late Payment Deadline: May 1

  • First day of camp: June 23
  • Final concert: June 27

  High Schoolers Apply Here

• Schedule and Location

  Schedule: 
  Commuters: Check-in begins daily at 8:30 a.m., followed by activities and events from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (end of day activities will vary; students can request early release around 6pm)
  
  Residential: Students will check into UH housing on Monday, June 23. Each day, students will enjoy meals at the dining hall, with regular activities and events from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Check out will occur on Friday, June 27. Detailed daily schedules will be provided in the student handbook.

  Location:
  University of Houston, Moores School of Music
  3333 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77204  

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  FAQ:

  My child will be entering high school (9th grade) in the fall of 2025. Can they apply for the high school camp?

  • Due to several factors, students graduating from middle school should register for the Middle School Band Camp. Due to the wide age and experience gap between an incoming 9th grader and an incoming college student, as well as the overnight component of the high school camp, we believe this will provide the best experience for all students.

  Is there a residential option for high schoolers?

  • Yes, a residential option is available for the High School Wind Ensemble Institute only. 

  Is there a commuter option for high schoolers?

  • Yes, though we do recommend students opt to stay on campus for the full UH experience. Please see tuition and schedule for more details.

  Can my child carpool with another student to/from camp? What if someone else needs to pick them up? 

  • Students are allowed to carpool or be picked up by someone other than their listed parent/guardian ONLY if the authorized person is listed in our records.
  • That list can be updated anytime by emailing caa@uh.edu, subject: HS Band Pick Up Authorization
  • This includes students busing in or driving with their teacher.

  Can my child drive themselves to/from camp? Can they drive with another student?

  • Students are allowed to drive, carpool, or be picked up by someone other than their listed parent/guardian ONLY if the authorized person is listed in our records. That list can be updated anytime by emailing caa@uh.edu, subject: HS Band Pick Up Authorization

  Do you offer any group discounts? 

  • We no longer offer group or other discounts. We encourage students to take advantage of our Priority Payment deadline for discounted tuition.
  • Scholarships are offered for: 
    • Any past or current TMEA All-State band, jazz, mariachi or orchestra musicians 
    • All incoming UH Moores School freshman music majors

  I'm elligible for a scholarship. Do I need to pay anything? 

  • ALL students are required to pay a $100 non-refundable meal fee upon acceptance to the camp.
  • For scholarship students, you will only be charged the $100 fee; your scholarship includes tuition and housing.
  • Optional parking permit, private lessons, and any incidental expenses are not included.

  Can I schedule an individual lesson with a UH faculty member? 

  • Yes. Students can indicate on their application form that they would like to sign up for a private lesson for an additional $120 fee. Private lessons are not included in the price of tuition and are optional. Payment is due by May 1.

  How/when do I pay? 

  • Once your acceptance is processed, we will email you with your invoice and any additional information needed. Invoices with a link to payment will be sent from caa@central.uh.edu within 3-5 business days of your acceptance notice.
  • Payment deadlines are posted in our "important dates" section.

  What is your refund policy? 

  • A $100 non-refundable deposit is due for all students upon acceptance into the institute, regardless scholarship status. This covers non-refundable administrative and meal costs.
  • We can provide partial refunds to those who withdraw from camp prior to May 1.
  • We cannot refund tuition after May 1 for any reason. 
  • If a student leaves camp early, becomes ill during camp, or chooses not to attend, tuition is still due and we cannot offer a refund after May 1.

  When will I receive a detailed schedule and student handbook? 

  • Our staff will share detailed information with parents and students in the weeks leading up to camp. 

  Who do I contact with further questions?

  • Please email caa@uh.edu with any additional questions or concerns.

  High Schoolers Apply Here