PSU Summer Brass Academy students practicing

June 22 - June 28, 2025

Be challenged and inspired by PSU's world-class brass faculty when you attend the PSU Summer Brass Academy (SBA). Join our week-long summer music camp for high school brass players in the historic Lincoln Hall, home of PSU's innovative School of Music & Theater. 

Dave Bamonte directing the PSU Summer Brass Academy practice.

The Academy provides an immersive learning environment where participants will improve their solo and ensemble performance skills, focusing on intonation, technique, tone quality, and musicianship.

Participants will be involved in a large brass ensemble, mixed brass ensemble, and like ensembles, preparing a variety of fun and challenging brass literature, culminating with a final Saturday afternoon showcase concert.

Entry of Ondine dorm.

On-Campus Housing Available

The PSU Brass Academy offers on-campus residential and non-residential options for participants. 

About the Program

PSU Summer Brass Academy mixed ensemble.

Tuition

Tuition:  $625
Meals: $250 (optional)
Housing: $240 (optional)

Register by June 1 for guaranteed housing.

Contact lkuang@pdx.edu for more info.

Contact Information

PSU Summer Brass Academy address and contact information.

PSU faculty conducting a Summer Brass Academy ensemble.

Support future musicians

The future of music rests with the upcoming generations. The PSU Summer Brass Academy is available to students because of donors like you.


Students playing trumpets in a concert

Portland State University's School of Music & Theater

Located in the heart of Portland, the School of Music & Theater at Portland State University is an extraordinary place to realize your potential as a performing artist. Our world-renowned faculty of performers, composers, and scholars is deeply engaged with the community and dedicated to student success.