Frost Summer Experience
Popular Music Experience: Music Production
July 7-11, 2025
Join us for an exciting Music Production Summer Camp designed for aspiring music producers! This hands-on program offers a unique chance to explore music creation from scratch. Participants will attend workshops led by an industry professional covering topics like music beat-making, sequencing, editing, mixing, and mastering. They’ll gain practical experience with professional software and equipment. Campers will collaborate, enhancing their teamwork and creativity. The camp also includes live performance opportunities, allowing participants to showcase their work in a final concert. Attendees will benefit from Q&A sessions with guest speakers from the music industry, providing insights into careers and trends. Open to high school students, the camp will take place at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami from July 7th to 11th. Spaces are limited, so register to secure your spot. Don’t miss this chance for an unforgettable summer of music!
Meet the Program Director
Camilo Salas
Colombian composer, producer, and music educator. Camilo Salas obtained his bachelor’s degree in Commercial Music Composition with Honors from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana of Bogota, Colombia (2019). He also earned his Master of Music degree in Media Scoring and Production while serving as a Teaching Assistant at the prestigious Frost School of Music, University of Miami (2023).
Throughout his career, Salas has been recognized as a versatile producer whose repertoire includes Pop, Latin pop, Rock, Classical, folklore, and Urban Music. He currently works as a composer and producer for some American and international artists such as Andrea González Caballero (Spanish Classical Guitarist), David Vandelay (American Singer), Issa Raye (Colombian Singer), Claire Delić (Dutch Singer), Lola Astanova (pianist), among others. In addition, Camilo has played leading roles as the music producer of massive entertainment events such as the India Catalina Awards, Miss Colombia Contest, Christmas Wonderland, and Barranquilla's Carnival, an event declared as one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
Salas has always contributed as both a producer and an educator. Since 2023, he has coordinated the Music Production area in the Frost Preparatory program where he recently created and developed a Music Production audio workshop for visually impaired musicians.
1. Track Submission: Upload 2 to 5 audio tracks (or links) that highlight your music production skills. These can include original pieces or remixes.
2. Experience Description Write a brief description (200 words max) of your experience with music, technology, and music production. Mention any relevant skills, software you’re familiar with, and musical styles you enjoy.
Additional Notes:
- Ensure audio files are in a common format (e.g., MP3, WAV) and clearly labeled with your name and track titles.
- Submissions should reflect your best work and creativity. We can’t wait to hear what you’ve created!
9:00 - 10:05 Music Production Foundations
10:15 - 11:20 Recording/Sequencing
11:30 - 12:35 LUNCH
12:45 - 1:50 Masterclass
2:00 - 3:20 Editing and Mixing
3:30 - 5:00 Collective Project
2025 Program Tuition: $1,250
Tuition Includes: Program Instruction and performance, daily lunch, and program shirt. Program tuition does not include: on campus housing and commuter parking.
Note: Camp tuition does not include the Acceptd Application fee of $50.00.
Summer Housing on campus will be available for non-local program participants.
Housing Check in day: Sunday, July 6, 2025 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm.
Housing Check out day: Saturday, July 12, 2025 before 12:00pm.Cost for Program Housing: $950.00
Housing cost includes: Double Room occupancy for 6 nights, dorm linen package (bed sheet, comforter, pillow, bath towel, and washcloth), all daily meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner) in our dorm dining hall.
Students electing to add housing will need to indicate it on the application when asked. More information will be posted on the website once the University Housing Office finalizes all logistics for the new summer sessions. Any questions should be directed to: frostsummerprograms@miami.edu.