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Camp Encore/Coda

Camp Encore/Coda · $1,708/week · ★ 4.9 (34 reviews)

Camp Encore/Coda is a prestigious overnight music camp in Sweden, Maine, offering intensive instruction and performance opportunities for young musicians age...

▌ Editor's read Camp Encore/Coda's website loads successfully, presenting a professional image for an overnight music camp in Sweden, Maine. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. Founded over 70 years ago by Philip Saltzman, the camp has a rich history and is a for-profit entity. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Encore/Coda show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 57 reviews, with parents frequently praising the high quality of music instruction, the supportive environment, and the positive impact on their children's musical development. The camp caters to musicians aged 7-18, offering a comprehensive program in various musical disciplines. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campencorecoda and a Facebook page 'CampEncoreCoda'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–17

Camp Encore/Coda is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. arts programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 8–17
  • Hours: Full-time residency
  • Address: 50 Encore-Coda Lane, Sweden, ME 04040, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, all-inclusive tuition; 6-week session $10,250; 3-week $6,250; 2-week staccato session $4,250

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Encore/Coda

What ages does Camp Encore/Coda accept?
Camp Encore/Coda is open to children ages 8–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Encore/Coda cost?
Camp Encore/Coda publishes $1,708/week for the standard session. USD, all-inclusive tuition; 6-week session $10,250; 3-week $6,250; 2-week staccato session $4,250 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Encore/Coda's hours?
Camp Encore/Coda runs Full-time residency. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Encore/Coda accredited?
Yes — Camp Encore/Coda is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Encore/Coda?
Camp Encore/Coda is operated by a private business, with 70 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Encore/Coda provide lunch?
Camp Encore/Coda does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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