YES - We have many students only attend a portion of the camp. However, there is no prorated fee for missed weeks.
VBC is run by the McLean High School Band Parents Association.
The McLean High School Band Parents Association is a 501(c)3 organization. Tax ID Number - 54-1679679
NO - sorry. This is a camp for wind and percussion students. We do not have violin, viola, cello, guitar, or bass. If you would like information regarding string options, contact Starlet Smith - starlet.smith@fcps.edu.
NO - however, all students have a 15-minute break and snack time.
YES - but remember that all students and parents are responsible for their own transportation.
NO - students should come with instruments rented/purchased already. If you have questions about how to get an instrument, please contact the band director at your school.
For assistance in the selection of a suitable instrument for a beginning student, please contact one of the following band directors:
Matt Baker – Cooper Middle School (mcbaker1@fcps.edu)
Sharon Bonneau - Kilmer Middle School (sjbonneau@fcps.edu)
Carina Gutjahr – Longfellow Middle School (cgutjahr@fcps.edu)
Pat Smith – Thoreau Middle School (plsmith1@fcps.edu)
The cost for VBC 2021 is $375 for early registration, or $400 after May 14th. This is for four weeks of instruction, Monday through Friday (no camp on July 5), including sectional and ensemble lessons, and a concert! There is no prorated fee per week or days missed. Payment is non-refundable after June 4.
For VBC 2021, there is also a $200 online option that includes virtual band rehearsals and the concert but does not include sectionals or individual instrument lessons.
Since Vienna Band Camp is not a county-run event, financial aid is not available from the camp or the county.
We suggest that if you need financial assistance, you direct your questions to the band director at your school who might have some resources to help.