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The 18th Annual and Final

WMU-NYV Vocal Jazz Camp 2026

We are so excited to offer our 18th annual summer vocal jazz camp! We’re housed on the beautiful campus at WMU in Kalamazoo, MI, where the music facilities are top quality, on-campus dorm housing is comfortable and convenient, and the dining hall offers a wide variety for all dietary needs. See below for descriptions and prices for the various options of tuition, accommodations, and meal plans.

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Camper Levels and Tuition

FULL CAMPER: $900 – Along with the standard curriculum of classes, this level includes the exclusive experience of being assigned to one of the New York Voice–directed small ensembles and One-on-One coaching sessions. Full Campers are also able to sing in one of the Spotlight Concerts and in the All-Camp Ensemble with the World Premiere piece written and directed by Greg Jasperse exclusively for our camp.

ASSOCIATE PLUS CAMPER: $825 – Like the Full level, Associate Plus includes the standard curriculum of classes, singing in one of the New York Voice–directed small ensembles, and singing in the All-Camp Ensemble, but your One-on-One coaching session will be with one of our other incredible faculty members. There won’t be an opportunity to be featured in the Spotlight Concerts, but you will be prioritized to sing at the Sunday Brunch – a great chance to perform for your peers with the professional trio!

ASSOCIATE CAMPER: $750 – Includes the standard curriculum of classes, singing in the All-Camp Ensemble, but both your One-on-One coaching session and small ensemble will be led by our special guest director (TBA). You will also be prioritized to sing at the Sunday Brunch for all your peers!

AUDITOR (NEW THIS YEAR!): $650 – This brand-new level is for everyone who wants to come hang, but might want a bit more time to relax. You’ll have access to the standard curriculum of classes and singing in the All-Camp Ensemble, but you won’t be assigned to a small ensemble or One-on-One session. Instead, you can choose to observe Ensemble rehearsals and Performance Hours in the afternoons or take the afternoon off before returning for the evening All-Camp Ensemble and Spotlight Concerts.

NOTE: Tickets for all camp performances and concerts are included in the tuition fee!

The Registration Form is simplified this year with only the essential information we need right away. Please plan ahead for the camper level you would like to choose. To try to prevent confusion as we expect spots to fill very quickly, the form will limit the number of campers in each level. If the level you’d prefer is crossed out, all the spaces are full, so please choose the closest level available. The next question in the form will let you tell us if you’d like to move to another level if a space becomes available. If you prefer the level you chose, you can confirm that choice in that question as well. Campers will be moved to desired levels in order of registration, which includes your first deposit, so be prepared to make your first deposit at the same time.

CAMPER LEVEL BREAKDOWN:

SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS:

  • Adults: $150 First Deposit due upon registration, non-refundable after February 1st 
  • Students: $75 First Deposit due upon registration, non-refundable after February 1st 
  • All Campers: $250 Second Deposit due by May 15th, non-refundable beyond this date
  • July 1: All Final Balances are due – No Tuition Refunds beyond this date

NOTE: Tickets for the Camp’s evening performances and concerts are included in the tuition fee.

Accommodations

Options for where to stay during your time in Kalamazoo:

1) On-campus Housing – Inexpensive dormitory style rooms. Singles and doubles will be available.

6 nights, Single Occupancy Dorm Room $480
6 nights, Double Occupancy Dorm Room $360 

2) Local Hotels: Check out Discover Kalamazoo

Meals

You may purchase your meal plan when you pay your final camp balance.

Meals will be offered in on-campus dining locations. The following meal plans are available:

1) Full Combined Meal Plan – $330 – Includes all Shared Meals, plus Dining Hall meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner) Tuesday­–Friday in the Student Center, as well as the famous Sunday Jazz Jam Brunch at HUB in downtown Kalamazoo.

2) Shared Meals Only – $145 – Catered meals in Dalton (music building) for Monday dinner, Saturday lunch and dinner, and the famous Sunday Jazz Jam Brunch at HUB in downtown Kalamazoo.  The shared meals are an integral part of the camp experience and are highly recommended.

3) Sunday Jazz Brunch Only – $25 –  You may also purchase a brunch ticket for additional guests who would like to join us.