Marching Percussion Camp

June 1 - June 5, 2025

About the Camp

The University of North Texas (UNT) Marching Percussion Camp trains high school percussionists each summer in the tradition of the world-renowned UNT Drum Line.

Students will participate in sectionals and ensembles focused on establishing strong drumming fundamentals and expressive musical concepts. Faculty and guest artists will present clinics designed to encourage dedicated practice habits, listening skills, and progressive percussion techniques.

Learn from the best – Join Paul Rennick, Mark Ford, Michael Hernandez, and an outstanding percussion staff for an amazing week of drumming!

Individuals are encouraged to attend to improve their drumming skills.

Performance in a skill level-based ensemble

Expert guidance from established teachers

10 hours of daily instructions

Get motivated for fall marching season

The UNT Marching Percussion Camp (MPC) auditions are basic drumming exercises and are taught by rote on the first day of camp. There is no written music to prepare or learn. This brief audition is for general section placement to group students with similar experience together. We aim to create a positive experience, and students may be moved to a different section to help fine tune their placement.

The camp begins with check-in at 3:00pm on Sunday. The camp will conclude with a final performance on Thursday late afternoon/early evening. Campers have the option to stay the final night of camp for an additional fee, if needed.

Campers are strongly encouraged to bring their own instrument (learn more below under “FAQs”).

Paul Rennick

Artistic Director - UNT Associate Professor of Percussion | Percussion Captain Manager for Santa Clara Vanguard Drum & Bugle Corps

Michael Hernandez

Camp Curriculum Coordinator - Assistant Director of Bands and Percussion Coordinator for the Plano Senior High School Cluster in Plano, Texas

Mark Ford

Camp Host - UNT Regents Professor of Percussion and Percussion Area Coordinator

$340 – Tuition (includes camp t-shirt and $30 registration fee)
$240 – Boarding (optional; includes housing, meals, and parking)
- $60 additional night (late departure)

$120 – Commuter Meal Plan (optional; lunch & dinner only)
$25 – Commuter Parking Permit (optional)

To register, visit https://app.getacceptd.com/untmusicworkshops. Begin by selecting your Area (Percussion) and Program (Marching Percussion Camp). For technical questions, please visit the Acceptd Help Desk.

Registration Deadline

May 12, 2025

Registration Policy

Payment is due in full at the time of registration.
MPC is intended for high school students (rising freshman-rising seniors).

Requested by May 12, 2025 – Full refund less $80 ($30 registration fee + $50 administrative fee)
- We are unable to process refunds requested after May 12, 2025.
- No refunds will be provided should a participant be dismissed for violating UNT policy or program rules provided on the first day.

Do I need to bring my own instrument?

Participants are strongly encouraged to bring their own instrument. We have a limited number of instruments available for rent ($50, paid by cash or check made out to “UNT College of Music” on the first day of camp) on a first come first served basis by emailing music.camps@unt.edu.

Where will I be staying if I choose to board?

Participants under 18 years of age will reside in Bruce Hall in double- occupancy rooms. Camp counselors will reside on each floor, conduct room checks each evening, and travel with minor participants to and from meals, the music building, and other locations on campus.
Participants 18 years of age and older will reside in a different residence hall in single occupancy rooms with a shared bathroom.

Will the camp pick me up at the airport?

Unfortunately, due to the size of the camp, we are unable to offer a UNT shuttle to and from the airports. Participants are responsible for their own transportation.

Additional questions? Please email music.camps@unt.edu or call (940) 369-6541.