The Benefits of Summer Music Programs & Guitar Building Classes

When asked what they want to be when they “grow up,” many children reply, “rockstar!” or “musician!” This far-fetched dream is slowly becoming more of a reality for children by participating in summer programs offered by middle and high schools across the United States.

This particular summer program, the Fabrication Laboratory summer camp, is making a name for itself by teaching students the necessary science skills and how to utilize technology to allow children to create their own instruments. These five-day camps instruct students on how to turn a ordinary block of wood into an electric guitar. Through programs like this, students are learning and applying science, technology, engineering, and math skills (S.T.E.M).

The best part about the program is that the students forget that they are applying math and science knowledge. They are so engaged on creating an amazing electric guitar; they forget that they are actually using what they learned in school!

Utilizing these S.T.E.M skills at this age through opportunities like this will provide greater chances of getting into the field as they grow older. Realizing this skill could open up many doors for higher education in addition to potential job opportunities. This skill could easily be turned into a future profession.