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Summer Programs

DCYOP’s summer programs are back for Summer 2026!

DCYOP will offer two summer programs for students of all levels of experience. Programs will take place at Takoma Elementary School (subject to change), located at 7010 Piney Branch Rd NW, Washington, DC 20012, and will run from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm each day.

Orchestra Explorer Program for Beginners
Registration opens Dec 13th

This program is a one-week exploration of orchestral music for beginners who have never played an instrument (1st–3rd grade) or for Current DCYOP Level A/Continuing Level A Students.

It will consist of:

  • Explore, learn about, and try instruments from different instrument families
  • Explore orchestral music alongside visual arts
  • Explore music and movement (dance/yoga)
  • Screen-free outdoor play

  • Program dates (curriculum repeats; each session limited to 12 students, click week to register):
    July 20–24, 2026 · 9:30am–3:30pm
    July 27–31, 2026 · 9:30am–3:30pm
  • Tuition: $450/week (tuition assistance may be available)
  • Early drop off at 8:00am is available for an additional cost of $50/week
  • A non-refundable $50 deposit is due at the time of registration

Registration for Beginner Summer Programs is limited to 12 students per session and is open now.

Premiere Youth Ensemble Intensive
Registration is open now for current DCYOP Students
Registration for public opens in February – get a list here to be notified when it’s open

Orchestral string, wind, brass, and percussion students will work with DCYOP faculty and conductors to sharpen their musical skills, expand their repertoire, and build friendships.

This two-week intensive is designed for members of the following ensembles:

  • Young Artists Orchestra
  • Sinfonia
  • Concertino
  • Debut Orchestra
  • Wind Ensemble
  • Premiere Winds

This session will consist of:

  • Small group instrumental instruction with DCYOP faculty
  • Large ensemble “Symphonic Experience” with strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion
  • Music theory and musicianship classes
  • Workshops with guest presenters
  • Final concert for friends, family, and community

  • Program dates (2-week session):
    July 20–31, 2026 – 9:30am to 3:30pm
  • Tuition: $900 (early bird tuition $855 through 3/1); tuition assistance may be available
  • Early student drop off at 8:00am is available for an additional cost of $50/week
  • A non-refundable $50 deposit is due at the time of registration

Registration for current DCYOP Students for the Premiere Youth Ensemble program is open now.

General registration for public will open in February. Get on a list to be notified.