Camp Schedule
Camp Week: July 26 – August 1, 2026, North Central College (NCC)
Campers are expected to learn their music before the Camp week. Music will be emailed by July 10. One or two progress checks (each up to one-hour) by an OPUS Faculty will facilitate proper practice during July.
- Orientation: Campers gather for classes such as Arts Connections Seminar, handbells, large ensemble sectionals, technique class, a fun “meet ‘n greet” session, and registration.
- Camp Week: Campers are in attendance from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. 5:30 pm dismissal for Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Early arrival & late pick-up options are available by prior arrangement.
- Lunches on campus are included except Wednesday is a picnic-style “Bring Your Own Lunch” day.
- General camp schedule here. Detailed individual camper’s Classroom Schedule will come 3 to 5 days before the camp.
“Listen to Our Young Artists” Concert: Saturday August 1, Wentz Concert Center, Naperville.
Faculty to select camper ensembles to perform on August 3 in Wentz Concert Hall for Salute, Honor, and Love Concert dedicated to veterans and seniors (to be confirmed).
