FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DATE & TIME
Soundwave Academy will be held on June 23-27, 2025.
Camp hours are from 9am – 4pm (instructional and concerts).
On Friday evening, there will be a student showcase that families are invited to attend.
LOCATION
Soundwave Academy is held just minutes outside Nashville, TN in beautiful Hendersonville (home of Taylor Swift and Johnny Cash).
We are excited to partner with High Point Hybrid Tutorial to offer the program at their location at 1041B Center Point Rd, Hendersonville, TN 37075.
AGES
During Soundwave Academy, students must be between the ages of 8-18. (We provide limited chaperone/volunteer opportunities for adults.). We group students into Jr. and Sr. divisions based upon their age.
COST
The cost of camp is per student, and includes curriculum and any/all concert entries.
EARLY BIRD TUITION: $350 (Deadline April 30th)
REGULAR TUITION: $400 (After April 30th)
We offer both Pay In Full and Installment options at registration. For all campers, a minimum $100 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.
Your final balance is determined by your selections and is due in full, either when you register, or at the installment deadline. All installment balances for 2025 are due by June 1st. After June 1st, all accounts must be paid in full at the time of registration. Any delinquent accounts will be subject to an additional late fee of $25.00.
The above price does not include any fees for specific registration options such as private coaching sessions, lunch/snacks, etc.
WHAT MUSICAL GEAR IS NEEDED?
VOCAL – Plentiful supply of water, headphone
PIANO – ¼ inch output over the ear headphones or earbuds. Do not bring a keyboard.
GUITAR – Instrument, case, strap, picks, and a tuner.
DRUMS – Practice pad and drum sticks. Do not bring a drum kit.
SONGWRITING – Notepad, pen/pencil, method to record voice memos. Songwriters may also bring an acoustic instrument.
Each student is responsible for their own belongings. (We highly recommend labeling all gear with camper name or initials) Any personal instrument lost, stolen, or damaged will not be replaced/reimbursed by Soundwave Academy.
HOW MUCH EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED TO ATTEND?
Soundwave Academy is open to and welcomes various levels of experience, from beginner to advanced. To better serve campers, we ask that you rate each student’s skill level upon registration. This will enable us to place students in appropriate groups, when applicable.
WHAT SHOULD CAMPERS BRING?
Camper needs will vary by primary track and/or creative focus, but generally, should include:
Instrument and/or accessories (Please refer to the “What Musical Gear Is Needed?” section for specific information)
Pencil, Notebook, etc.
Backpack (with name labeled)
Spending money for snacks
A method of tracking time (Can be a watch or smartphone)
DO YOU HAVE A TECHNOLOGY POLICY?
We understand that many families have different perspectives and rules regarding smartphone usage. Due to varying camper ages and diverse technological needs across multiple musical tracks, we have chosen to permit smartphones/tablets on campus. However, we do ask that any devices please remain in student backpacks during camp hours, except when using for musical purposes (stopwatch, metronome app, voice memos, etc.). We reserve the right to confiscate devices from campers not in compliance until the end of day.
I'M COMING FROM OUT OF TOWN. WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
If you are coming from out of town, there are several quality hotels in the greater Nashville area. For those who wish to stay in close proximity to campus, two nearby suggestions are:
Courtyard Nashville Goodlettsville
865 Conference Drive, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
CAN PARENTS/RELATIVES ATTEND?
We take the safety of our Soundwave Academy students seriously. For this reason, only registered campers and authorized staff are permitted to have access inside the building during program hours. On Friday, there will be a showcase that parents and other family members are invited –and encouraged– to attend!
We do have a number of spots available on campus for chaperones/volunteers during the week. (If you are an adult that is interested in participating, please see the “What Do Chaperones & Volunteers Do?” section for more information.)
WHAT DO CHAPERONES & VOLUNTEERS DO?
Soundwave Academy chaperones and volunteers have important roles. Chaperones help ensure safety of campers, while volunteers assist in various supportive roles during program hours. Many of these positions do not require an all day commitment. There are also occasional opportunities to sit in on clinics during the week.
We take our responsibility as youth mentors and role models very seriously, and ask that prospective chaperones/volunteers do as well. As such, all individuals must be willing to submit to a background check, as well as provide a statement of faith/values. Please reach out directly at info@soundwaveacademymusic.com or text 615-326-9448 if you are interested in a position.
1041B Center Point Rd
Hendersonville, TN 37075
