• If you're looking for an unforgettable summer experience,  this drum camp is for you!

• Beginner to advanced drummers (age 9-22) are provided the opportunity to improve and expand their drum skills in a small group, one on one, mentorship setting.

• July  12-17,  2025

• St. Mary's College of Maryland, St. Mary's City, Maryland, situated 90 miles south of both Washington, DC and Baltimore MD.

• Online Registration opens February 10, 2025

• 2025 MADC price is $800 per student.  Returning students receive a returning student discount via email after registration

• The price covers all meals, lodging and WiFi in a collegiate environment.  All sessions, master classes and workshops are held in state of the art, world class facilities.

• Early registration price is $725.   Early Registration discount expires February 25, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST.        Full payment must be received by April 30, 2025 to qualify for the early registration discount.  

• Note  ➤  the rental kit fee of $100 is not included in the early registration discount.

• Monthly payment options are available upon request.    Email us at  somardrummers@gmail.com.

• You can commute.   Commuters pay the same price as overnight campers, meals are included.

• Artists for the 2025 MADC include Matt Garstka,  Juan "Carlito" Mendoza" Alex Cohen,  Sheila Klotz and more.  

• ​Special Guest Artsits  will be announced soon!

• Just starting out?   An expansion Expand the building blocks of your groove and and fill creativity.

• Drumming for a while?   An expansion of what you already know through advanced concepts, technique and  and development of  iyour  rhythmic  vocabulary. 

• College student / advanced level?   This camp is where the magic happens for you.                                                                               Your sessions  are intense!   Expect high level,  personalized  instruction that push your drumming to new heights.

• Upon successful registration,  you will receive the MADC Handbook  containing a detailed outline for  you to assemble a drum video  demonstrating several drum grooves .

• Artists and educators watch your video and collectively assign you to a  Small Group commensurate with the skills  demonstrated in your video.

• The groups are small to ensure personal attention.

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• Artists led / collaborative environment that  stimulates each drummer's creativity.

• Specific feedback  for you from the best drummers in the world

• An immersive environment with like minded drummers that share your passion

• All groups perform in front an audience of peers, family, local community and Artists.

• Student led Jam sessions every night.  Don't be surprised if the artists step in to watch, help or  join in. 

• Each drummer must bring a  4-5 piece kit.  A specific gear list is provided in the MADC Handbook.

• We have a limited number of rental kits available for an additional $100, and are reserved for students arriving by air.

• If you need a rental kit, add $100 to your payment and select the Rental Kit Option on the Registration Form.

• You don't need to read music. While basic drum notation can be helpful,  it is not necessary.

• Morning Group sessions, gear clinics, afternoon sessions and evening clinics.  

• Students spend Meals and breaks  with the Artists.  Feel free to join in conversations, etc.

• Evening  options  include  individual  practice,   game room activities,   pool or  gym  time.

• We have limited number of opportunities for parent chaperones.  

• Parent Chaperones will bunk overnight with the students in a guardianship role. 

• Parent Chaperone must obtain a police background check.

• Email somardrummers@gmail.com if you are interested.

• Email us at somardrummers@gmail.com.