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 Join Us This Summer!

REGISTRATION FOR BLUEBIRD FAMILY FIDDLE CAMP IS NOW OPEN!

Please be sure to check the Classes page for more detailed descriptions before you make your selections.

If you have any questions, please email  the Admin Team at info@TRCCamps.org

2026 Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp Registration Application

Welcome! Please complete a registration application for each person in your family or music group. We appreciate that this process is a bit redundant for family and group enrollment and we thank you in advance for your time and effort! If you have any questions about or problems with the form, please contact us at info@trccamps.org for answers and assistance.


REMEMBER! This registration form relates only to Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp enrollment. Lodging and meal pricing can be found on the BFFC website. Reservations for lodging and meals for this camp must be made with, and will be billed separately by, Blowing Rock Conference Center. Info@BRCCenter.org. Reservations and information - 828-295-7813

Please choose a Family or Group name. This helps our Registrar identify and group related applicants.

The parent, guardian, or group leader must be listed for all applicants under the age of 18. (Please enter N/A in this and other required fields if the applicant is an adult.)

Age Range of Participant:
Age 3 or younger
Ages 4 through 6
Ages 7 through 9
Ages 10 through 12
Middle School
High School (under age 18)
Student 18 or over
Non-student adult

Instruments and Experience:

Please choose the option below that best describes your musical experience and preferences.

Music Experience - Primary Instrument
New to my instrument - I'm learning the basics.
Beginner - I know some basics - I am learning songs.
Advanced Beginner - I take regular lessons - I have played for more than one year.
Intermediate - I have played for over two years - I can read music and play comfortably in a group. I am learning fiddle tunes.
Advanced Intermediate - I play (or could play) in a junior orchestra. I can play a good number of fiddle tunes confidently.
Advanced - I play well - I know a lot of fiddle tunes - I enjoy playing in groups and performing
Teacher/Performer - I am a music teacher and/or performer.

Enrollment Packages

Basic Enrollment - $220 -Includes camp activities (yoga, jams, dances) but not the classes listed below.

Partial Enrollment - $470 - Includes participation in all camp activities and performances plus 3 daily classes. (Price includes a $20 discount!)

Full Enrollment - $605 - Includes participation in all camp activities and performances plus 5 daily classes. (Price includes a $35 discount!)

Registration Fee - Each Enrollment package price includes a $35 non-refundable registration fee.

Group Leaders/Group Chaperones - Enrollment is FREE for each Group Leader and/or Chaperone accompanying 4 registered students.

Enrollment Package Choice
Basic ($220)
Partial ($470) (includes $20 discount)
Full ($605) (includes $35 discount!)
I am a chaperone of 4 registered students.

2026 Camp Update and a Reminder of our Purpose

Before you sign up for classes, we wanted you to know that even though Scott Walker is not listed as a teacher of any specific class, this is simply because Scott wanted the ability to attend and assist in a variety of classes more informally this year. Scott will be as active as ever at BFFC 2026.


Additionally, Seth Walker, Guest Artist from last year's camp, will also return to Bluebird Camp 2026 to share his knowledge and experience once again. Seth is excited to meet up with students from last summer and to meeting new families this summer.


The Walker Family is an example of how an intergenerational learning culture works! The same is true for Ruth's family and Linda's family. TRCC is truly grateful to have the Walker Family, the Bluebird Faculty, and our family of Bluebird families' support in preserving and promoting family music-making and in keeping this tradition alive through Bluebird Camp!

Class Selections

You FINALLY made it to the Class selection section. Congratulations!


If you chose Partial Enrollment, choose up to 3 classes.

If you chose Full Enrollment, choose up to 5 classes.

(Basic Enrollment DOES NOT include instructional classes. Take a look below...it's never too late to upgrade your enrollment package!)


Please refer to the Classes page for more detailed descriptions.


If you have additional questions or need a teacher's help to decide if a specific class is a good fit for your skill level, please email us at info@TRCCamps.org and one of our faculty members will contact you!

Class Block 1
No class this block
1. Nature Explorers and Crafts - Yvonne Ritchie
2. History and Cultures of Music and Dance - Landon Walker and Ruth Pershing
3. World Music - Dr. Aisha Ivey
4. Jennie's Jams - Jennie Walker Brunner
5. Mellow Cello Fellows - Linda Minke
  1. Designed for young children and enjoyed by all ages! Explore mountain meadows and woodlands, then create art from nature!

  2. A fascinating journey of music and dance history and cultures. Suggest ages 12 through adult.

  3. Explore musical languages from around the world. A multi-instrumental class for advanced intermediate skill levels and above.

  4. A super-fun multi-instrumental jam for beginning and intermediate players.

  5. Cellists of all ages and levels are welcome to join this all cello class!

Class Block 2
No class this block
1. Songwriting and Tune-smithing - Dr. Aisha Ivey
2. Longsword Dances - Ruth Pershing
3. Hum & Strum - Linda Minke
4. Expressions in Water-Color - Dr. Angel Cleary
5. Tunes of The Walker Family Band - Landon Walker and Jennie Walker Brunner
  1. Express yourself in music and song with coaching from Dr. Ivey and guest artist Seth Walker.

  2. Learn the intricacies of this centuries old art. Ages 10 and older.

  3. Everyone is welcome! Multi-instrumental (or no instrument), percussion, and singing!

  4. Instruction for beginners to masters of all ages!

  5. Learn original tunes from the authors themselves! Advanced Intermediate level and above.


Class Block 3
No class this block
1. Learn to Learn Fiddle Tunes - Dr. Aisha Ivey
2. Vocal Harmonies and A 'Capella Singing - Dr. Angel Cleary and Ruth Pershing
3. Jazz and Improv - Landon Walker
4. Creative Movement and Drumming - Linda Minke and Jennie Walker Brunner
  1. Bluebird teachers continue to pass fiddle tunes down to new generations of musicians in the traditional ways. Claim your Traditional Roots!

  2. No experience is needed to blend your voice in joyful song! Suggested for ages 12 through adult.

  3. Express your musical personality in this long-time favorite Bluebird class! Advanced Intermediate level and above.

  4. Creative expression through movement for campers of all ages and abilities!

Class Block 4
No class this block
1. Stop Motion Music Video Creation - Dr. Angel Cleary
2. Sound and Recording Technology - Galen Kirkpatrick and Autumn Kirkpatrick
3. Traditional Dances - Ruth Pershing
4. Dance Bands - Dr. Aisha Ivey
  1. Create your own stop-motion music video using provided props or props, of your own, and record music for your video! Students age 7 or younger should have an adult facilitator. (Please read full class description on the website!)

  2. Hands on stage sound and recording class for high school students and adults.

  3. Learn a variety of traditional dance styles to live music!

  4. Musicians combine to form bands and play for the Traditional Dance class! Advanced Intermediate level or higher.

Class Block 5
No class this block
1. Old Time Music Session - Jennie Walker Brunner
2. Irish Music Session - Dr. Aisha Ivey
3. Rolling in the Blues - Landon Walker
4. Bluebird Musical Theater - Dr. Angel Cleary
  1. This multigenerational, multi-instrument class focuses on Old Time music learning in the traditional way of community mentoring and tune sharing.

  2. Traditional Irish music is inseparable from its community and culture. Dive deeper in this traditional Irish session class.

  3. Immerse yourself in the blues by exploring the blues evolution of sounds and styles with guest artist, Seth Walker.

  4. This multigenerational class is inclusive of musicians, non-musicians, and participants of all abilities.

Camp T-shirts

All participants whose application is received on or before APRIL 30th will receive a FREE camp t-shirt.

(Please be careful to select the correct size as exchanges are not available!)

T-shirts requested after the April 30th deadline can be purchased for $25.00 plus shipping costs. The post-deadline order is placed AFTER camp and t-shirts will be mailed when the shipment is received.

T-Shirt Size Selections

TRCC'S Photo, Video, Media Sharing Statement:

CONSENT DISCLAIMER:

I authorize Traditional Roots Community Camps, Inc. (TRCC) to share photos and/or videos of the above-named individual on social media and/or for promotional purposes. I understand that personal identifiers such as names and locations, with the exception of public event venue locations, will not be disclosed on public social media or in promotional materials by TRCC staff and/or Trustees.

TRCC has a CLOSED Facebook Group page where campers and their families are invited to stay connected and share photos and comments. Members are strongly encouraged to use only first name references on this restricted access social media forum.

NON-CONSENT DISCLAIMER:

I understand that if my choice is not to share photos and/or videos publicly, Traditional Roots Community Camps, Inc. will make every effort to comply. However, TRCC has no control over, or responsibility for, actions taken by others at this event.

I understand that photography and video recording is typical at all TRCC events and that TRCC staff and/or Trustees do not provide announcements of when photos and/or videos are made other than this disclaimer. Additionally, I am aware that performances and camp activities are live-streamed on social media during TRCC sponsored events.

I accept that it is my responsibility to remain aware of situations where photographs and video recordings are part of the natural course of camp events. I accept responsibility to proactively avoid situations in which the above-named person could be inadvertently included in photographs and videos so that my personal choice to withhold consent does not interfere with other participants' rights to share photo and/or video memories publicly.

Photo, Video, Media Consent: BY MAKING MY SELECTION BELOW, I AFFIRM THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE DISCLAIMERS ABOVE.
I consent
I do not consent

Thank you for your application to attend

Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp 2026!

Below is information you should know about our visitors policy!

Traditional Roots Community Camps, Inc.

Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp Visitation Policy

Traditional Roots Community Camps events are family centered events. We also encourage visitors and community members to come see what makes Bluebird Camp unique and brings our campers back year after year. Our visitor policy supports community inclusion and engagement for visitors while being mindful of security for our participating families.


All non-enrolled visitors to the BRCC facilities and grounds are required to sign in at the BRCC reservation desk or the BFF Camp registration desk AND receive a Visitor's Badge which must be worn at all times while the visitor is on the BRCC properties as an observer/visitor.


Visitors who would also like to take part in general campus activities such as yoga, dances, join in jam sessions, or attend performances which are not open to the public, can purchase a visitor's wrist band for $35 per day.


Visitor's wrist bands are not valid for class participation

and/or participation in scheduled performances.

And Now...a little bluebird has a Special Announcement!

Traditional Roots Community Camps is planning an

"Early Bird" Classical Music Workshop

Friday June 26th through Sunday, June 28th...

the weekend just before Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp!


Please let us know if you are interested in receiving more information about the Early Bird Classical Workshop by checking the block below.

We will email an announcement as soon as plans are finalized...and...

discount your Bluebird tuition $50.00 if you are one of the Early Birds!

Your Bluebird Family Camp Application is almost complete!

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Once you select "Submit" you will receive a follow up email confirming receipt of your application.


Please make your deposit payment below to secure your Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp Enrollment.


You will receive a statement of your itemized camp charges within 10 days to 2 weeks following receipt of your deposit.

Statement balances can then be paid online using the payment buttons on the Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp website pages.

Required Enrollment Deposit
$135

PAY DEPOSIT HERE!

Your $135 deposit includes a $35 non-refundable registration fee.


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BFFC is a program of

Traditional Roots Community Camps

A registered 501(c)3 in North Carolina​​

Email us here: info@trccamps.org

Telephone us here: (336) 252-4767

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