YMA's mission is to provide young people with a unique personal experience in the visual and performing arts, where they share creative interests in a positive environment that builds confidence, enhances self-esteem and reinforces a sense of community. In 1965, Sister Ann Miriam, a music teacher at Portland's Madeline School, established the Young Musicians, Inc. summer program known as YMI.
The purpose of the camp was to bring young music students together in a cultural atmosphere that was highly positive. She wanted the students to be motivated enough to continue practicing their instruments throughout the summer. Sister Ann Miriam wanted "to give children an opportunity to study, live and relax in a cultural atmosphere, thus making it possible for the cultural arts to become a reality of their every day lives."
The purpose of the camp was to bring young music students together in a cultural atmosphere that was highly positive. She wanted the students to be motivated enough to continue practicing their instruments throughout the summer. Sister Ann Miriam wanted "to give children an opportunity to study, live and relax in a cultural atmosphere, thus making it possible for the cultural arts to become a reality of their every day lives."
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The YMA Experience
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Whether you're considering a summer at YMA for the first time or are an alum looking forward to sending your children for the same inspiring adventure that shaped your own youth, thank you for your interest in YMA! We hope you'll find all the info you need on dates, programs, faculty & staff, camp life, tuition, and financial aid to the left, but if not, please check out the FAQ and/or contact us via the Info Request Form.
Financial Aid
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Every applicant will be given due consideration when financial aid is awarded, but because of the number of applicants, not every applicant will receive funds. The financial aid form will be available in January. You will complete a financial aid request form when you register your student or be sent a link if registering before the form is available.
Camper Travel Insurance
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In order to help protect your investment in your child's summer camp experience, YMA is offering a way for families to purchase camp/travel protection. Your deposit to YMA deposit is nonrefundable and tuition becomes non-refundable after certain deadlines, but these protection plans provide a variety of levels of coverage should you need to cancel your enrollment for a reason covered by the plan purchased.
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For over 50 years, YMA has provided young people with unforgettable experiences in the visual and performing arts. Within this supportive environment, students learn to play symphonies, participate in gallery shows, write poetry, perform in scenes and musicals, and build friendships that last a lifetime.
Program Sponsorship
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Each summer, YMA presents multiple music, theatre, dance and choral concerts along with visual art and gallery showings to families from all over the Pacific Northwest. Every attendee receives a memorable program detailing the program and the youth artists performing and exhibiting. Promote your business with a program sponsorship and support youth arts!
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