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Mid-Atlantic Drum Camp 2025
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

About the Camp
 

  • If you're looking for an unforgettable summer experience,  this is your camp.

  • Drummers are provided the opportunity to improve and expand their skills in a small group, one on one, mentorship setting.

When and where
is the camp?

  • July  12-17,  2025

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

When Can I
Sign up / Register?

What's the price ?
What's included ?

  • 2025 MADC price is $725  per student.  Returning students receive a returning student discount (sent via email a few days after registration)

  • Meals, lodging and WiFi are included  Situated in a collegiate environment. are group  sessions, master classes and workshops held in state of the art, world class facilities.

Are there payment options?

Is there a Commuter option?

  • YES.   Commuters pay the same price as overnight campers, meals are included.

Who is teaching at
the 2025 camp?

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

  • ​Special Guest Artsits  will be announced soon!

How does the camp work?

-    An expansion of the building blocks in your groove and and fills.

  • Advance and expand the skills you already have with new concepts, technique and  and development of  your  rhythmic  vocabulary. 

  •  This camp is where the magic happens for you.  Sessions  are intense - expect high level,  personalized  instruction that will help push your drumming to new heights.

How am I assigned
to a group? 

  • Upon successful registration,  you'll receive  a link to the MADC Handbook,  containing instructions for assembling your drum video.  You will demonstrate your skills on drum grooves listed.  All artists watch your video and  collectively assign you to a skill group.

  • The groups are small to ensure each student receives personal attention.

What does a
typical group
session look like?

 

  • Artists led / collaborative environment to stimulate 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

Will I get to perform
at the camp?

  • Each group will perform on the last day of camp for peers, family, local community and Artists.

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

Do I need to bring
a drum set?

  • 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. Rental kits are typically reserved for students arriving by air. Exceptions are granted on a case by case basis.

  • .If you need a rental kit select :Add Rental Kit on the Registration Form.

Do I need to read music?

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

What is the
daily schedule? 

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

  • Evening  options also  includes FREE TIME for individual  practice,  game room activities,   pool or  gym  time.

Are there Chaperone opportunities?

  • 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.

Questions?

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