Events & Camps
The LSU Department of Bands is pleased to offer several unique workshops, camps, and events, each geared towards improving the technique and proficiency of middle and high school band students, current band directors, and their ensembles. Follow the links below to learn more about each event!
Spring 2026
Conductor's Art
January 23 - 24, 2026
The Conductor's Art is an intensive conducting and teaching workshop. Participants have the opportunity to work with LSU's distinguished ensembles, such as the LSU Wind Ensemble and LSU Symphony Orchestra, while receiving direct coaching from our guest clinicians and the LSU conducting faculty.
Stately Oaks Music Festival
February 5 - 7, 2026
The Stately Oaks Music Festival is a multi-day camp designed for high school (grades 9–12) and middle school (grades 7–8) music students. Participants are immersed in large ensembles with their peers, receive a group masterclass on their instrument, engage with the LSU concert ensembles in interactive rehearsals, and more.
Summer 2026
Summer Music Camp
June 14 - 18, 2026
This is an intensive music camp for high school students with wide ranges of experience. Students will have the opportunity to study privately on their instrument, as well as participate in concert and chamber ensemble rehearsal settings, all while working with accomplished professional faculty and graduate students from the LSU School of Music.
Tigerland Auxiliary & Leadership Camp
June 21 - 23, 2026
This leadership camp is geared to give high school students all of the skills necessary to return to their band programs ready to go for the coming year. Students will work closely with LSU Department of Bands directors and staff to refine their leadership skills, colorguard work, and marching percussion fundamentals.
LSU Golden Girls Summer Camp
July 18, 2026
At the LSU Golden Girls Summer Camp, we are excited to welcome dancers to an exclusive experience with the 2026 Golden Girls team and coach. Participating dancers will warm-up and then learn technique combos across the floor, a jazz dance, and the traditional Golden Girl Pregame routine!
Limited to 150 participants for each session.
Learn More About Tiger Band
Take the skills you've garnered in all the camps and workshops the Department of Bands has to offer and show them off as a member of the famed Tiger Band, one of our acclaimed ensembles, and much more!