Bravo Buddies is a wonderful program that matches young Waukegan musicians with advanced students from the Midwest Young Artists, area high schools, and colleges for private summer instruction. Join us!

Bravo Buddies 2026 Details:
  • Student Teachers will give 45 minute private lessons
  • Camp runs for 4 weeks in June 2026
  • Lessons are scheduled between 9am – 3:30pm
  • Fridays will feature planned, camp-wide activities including interactive musical workshops and field trips. There will be no Bravo Buddies on June 19, 2026 (Juneteenth).
  • Location: John R. Lewis Middle School, 600 S. Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL
  • Student teachers will receive mentoring from the Lead Teacher
  • The program is coordinated by Bravo; staff is on site. Student teachers focus strictly on instruction
  • A final jam session and wrap up party will be hosted by Bravo on the last day
  • Student teachers will be required to attend orientation training prior to the beginning of camp

Gain wonderful experience Share your talents Grow in your music Be challenged

If you are interested in applying for a teaching position, please complete this form. For any additional inquiries, please contact Bravo Buddies Lead Teacher, Bravo@bravowaukegan.org.

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