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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 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.

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 the  returning student discount (sent via email a few days after registration)

  • The price includes meals, lodging and WiFi.  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,  Sheila Klotz and more.  

  • ​Special Guest Artsits  will be announced soon!

How does the camp work?

-       Just starting out?   An expansion of the building blocks in your groove and and fills.

  • Drumming for a while?   Advance and expand the skills you already have  with new concepts, technique and  and development of  your  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.

How am I assigned
to a group? 

  • Upon successful registration,  you'll receive  a link tothe MADC Handbook,  containing a detailed outline  to assemble your drum video that  demonstrates  you playing the  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 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

Will I get to perform
at the camp?

  • All groups 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,  and are typically reserved for students arriving by air..  Exceptions are granted case by case

  • .If you need a rental kit, add $100 to your payment & 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 is helpful,  it is not necessary.

What is the
daily schedule? 

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

  • Evening  options  include  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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