During summer 2008, YMF will produce its sixth YMF National Orchestra Camp, one of YMF’s most successful and beloved program offerings. Led by music director and conductor Lucas Richman (a YMF alum), the National Orchestra Camp brings together seventy of the most talented 10-18 year-old musicians from around the country during the summer and provides a healthy balance of intense orchestral experience and recreational activities. Orchestra rehearsals, individual practice time, sectionals, master classes, and recitals are combined with organized free-time recreational activities including but not limited to basketball, swimming, arts/crafts, hiking and a talent show.

The camp is tuition free, with families only needing to take responsibility for a $20 activity fee and travel expenses to and from the camp.

The 2007 YMF/Mary Adams Balmat National Orchestra Camp was held at the Black Hills State University in South Dakota. Information on the 2007 camp can be found by clicking here.

Stay tuned to this page for important announcements regarding next year's camp. Auditions to take place in:
Los Angeles, San Francsico, Chicago, Salt Lake City, Portland, New York City, and Atlanta.

Watch our camp in action!


Rossini: Overture to William Tell
2007 YMF/Mary Adams Balmat National Orchestra Camp | Lucas Richman, Conductor
Summer Celebration Concert at Mount Rushmore | Sunday, July 29, 2007


Summer: Julie-O
Elizabeth Willey, Cello
2007 YMF/Mary Adams Balmat National Orchestra Camp
Faculty Recital at Meier Recital Hall | Sunday, July 22, 2007