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Camp: OCCA Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp (6th-12th Grade)

DATES

Aug 10 - Aug 21, 2026

PRESENTED BY

Oregon Coast Council for the Arts (OCCA)

LOCATION

Newport Performing Arts Center

777 W. Olive Street, Newport, OR 97365

COST

$575

Tuition
(includes camp tee-shirt)

Registration opens Friday, February 27

Calling all future rock legends! It’s time to enroll for Rock ‘n’ Roll!

Youth entering 6th-12th grades (in the fall of 2026) are invited to join us for our Summer Rock ‘n’ Roll camp! Join us for this two-week music camp where you won’t just play music; you’ll form a band and take the stage. Students will form real bands with fellow musicians, write original songs, learn music theory (that actually makes sense!), hone teamwork and stage presence, play loud, play proud, and embody the true spirit of rock ‘n’ roll.

From the first jam session, to the moment they take the stage, campers will collaborate, create, and grow as musicians. All that hard work builds toward a final live concert where every student gets their moment in the spotlight.

Two weeks. One stage. Your band.
Let’s make some noise!

All skill levels are welcome. Students are encouraged to bring their own instruments, but instruments may be provided on a case-by-case basis.

Camp dates:
August 10-21, 2026
Weekdays, 11am-4pm
(Drop-offs begin at 10:45am, pick-ups conclude at 4:15pm)

Final performance:
August 21st

Please note:
* Students must bring snacks, lunch, and a water bottle.
* Tuition includes 2026 OCCA Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp T-Shirt.

Camp leaders:
Ethan Bear, Camp Director
Jaime Lee Hart, Assistant Director
Eric Hart, Assistant Director

Scholarships may be available. If funds are a barrier to learning, please click here to apply.

 

Rock 'n' Roll Camp 2026 - Registration

Rock 'n' Roll Camp 2026 - Registration

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Student Info

Student Grade (as of fall 2026)*
Student's Tee Shirt Size*
Does this student sing?*

Parent/Guardian Info

Emergency Contact / Pickup Info

Student Self-Departure (Only check this box if you want to allow your child to leave camp WITHOUT an adult)

Acknowledgements

I understand that I will need to send my student to camp with a water bottle, snacks, and a lunch*
I understand that daily drop-off is between 10:45am-11:00am.*
I understand that daily pickup is at 4:00pm (except on the last day of camp).*
I understand that my student will be expected to participate, listen when instructors are speaking, and at all times be respectful to leaders, OCCA staff, and fellow students. Disruptive and/or disrespectful behavior, including inappropriate language, contact, or conduct, may result in my student's immediate dismissal from camp.*
I agree to allow my child to receive medical treatment, should the need arise. I also give permission for my child to be transported to the nearest hospital in the event of a medical emergency. As parent and/or guardian of the above named child, I promise to hold Oregon Coast Council for the Arts harmless from any liabilities it may incur from the above named minor in connection with participation in camp activities except as might arise because of negligence on the part of the Oregon Coast Council for the Arts.
Throughout the summer, we may photograph or record within and/or around the arts center, which may capture your child's participation, directly or indirectly. These images may be used for educational, promotional, and/or marketing purposes, and may be shared through our website, social media pages, and beyond. By typing your electronic signature below, you grant permission for your child's likeness and/or voice to be recorded by while participating in summer activities, waive all rights to ownership of or compensation for said recordings, and indicate your understanding and agreement that all rights to these photographs and videos are reserved by and shall become property of the Oregon Coast Council for the Arts (OCCA) to be used by OCCA for education, promotion, and/or publicity.

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Ethan Bear (Camp Director): Ethan is a multi-instrumentalist based in Newport, Oregon, with a B.A. in Electric Bass Performance. A seasoned performer and touring musician, Ethan has played in funk, rock, and soul bands across the country, bringing high-energy stage presence and deep musicality to every project. In addition to performing, Ethan books entertainment at Newport Performing Arts Center and teaches a wide range of instruments to students of all ages. Ethan is passionate about helping young musicians build confidence, collaborate creatively, and experience the power of playing in a band.

 

 

Jaime Lee Hart (Assistant Camp Director): Jaime is a teaching artist who sings, composes, and plays ukulele with her band, Your Song My Song. She has 30 years of experience teaching dance, theater, and music, using live performance, puppetry, and comedy to inspire social and environmental responsibility. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in compassion, honesty, humor, and play.

 

 

Eric Hart (Assistant Camp Director): Eric Hart plays guitar in the band Your Song My Song and is the elementary music teacher at St. James Santiago School in Lincoln City. He has 20 years of experience in preschool education and 25 years of experience playing guitar. He offers private lessons for guitar, ukulele, bass, and piano, focusing on student-led discovery and fun.

 

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