Rushmore Music Camp

Rushmore Music Camp This is the Official Page for Rushmore Music Camp! Making music, making friends! Rushmore Music Camp was established in 1970 by Paul and Lois Hedge. Mr. and Mrs.

The camp is currently under the leadership of Jared and Katie Opp. Opp are the K-12 instrumental and vocal instructors in Gregory, SD. Members of the Board of Directors include: Ellen Diischer (Director of Music, St. Philip's Lutheran Church, Hastings, MN), Deb Wantoch­-Yess (Director of Choral Music, Waseca High School, Waseca, MN), Dr. Randy Kohlenberg (Professor of Trombone, University of North

Carolina­-Greensboro, Greensboro, NC), Gary Hanson (Rapid City Public Schools-­ Retired, Rapid City, SD), Dave Martinson (Director of Bands, South Dakota School of Mines, Rapid City, SD)and Casey Danielson (Elementary Music Educator, Iola, WI), Dr. Alan LaFave (President at Valley City State University). Well­ known guest conductors and nationally recognized faculty members provide opportunities for musical growth and performance of the highest caliber. Guest conductors including James Curnow, Kenneth Bloomquist, John Paynter, Alfred Reed, Eugene Corporan, Jerry Junkin, Dale Lonis, Alan LaFave, James McKinney, Wendy McCallum and others have led the concerts performed at the Mt. Rushmore National Memorial Amphitheater. Campers are provided opportunities to study both in groups and individually with professionals on their instrument and voice. The current junior high faculty include: Fred Hemke, Anna Hakeman, Dave Martinson, Gary Hanson, Casey Danielson, Jerome Letcher, Jeff Patzlaff, Jim Panerio, Michael Skyles and Anthony Rohr. The guest directors are Kelly Wieser (Choir), Deb Wantoch-­Yess (Rushmore Singers), Jeff Patzlaff (Cadet Band), Dave Martinson (Jazz Band) and Dr. Randy Kohlenberg (Concert Band). Current high school faculty include: Fred Hemke, Dave Martinson, Dr. Audrey Miller, Casey Danielson, Dr. Randy Kohlenberg, Michael Skyles and Dr. Darci Bultema. The guest directors are Mrs. Deb Wantoch-Yess, (Choir and Rushmore Singers), Unknown at this time (Jazz Band), and Dr. Wendy McCallum (Concert Band). Opportunities for enrichment in music education include music theory, music history, jazz improvisation, vocal techniques and fitness dance. Many recreational activities are included in the daily camp schedule. Making Music . . . Making Friends!

Hey, what are you doing today!?! Time to register for RUSHMORE MUSIC CAMP!
04/07/2026

Hey, what are you doing today!?! Time to register for RUSHMORE MUSIC CAMP!

02/17/2026

Happy birthday , Caleb!

09/10/2025

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What an incredible two weeks at Rushmore Music Camp! A huge thank you to our amazing campers, dedicated staff, and every...
08/09/2025

What an incredible two weeks at Rushmore Music Camp! A huge thank you to our amazing campers, dedicated staff, and everyone who helped make it all possible, your energy and passion made it unforgettable!

We’re thrilled to announce that the final recordings from our Junior High and Senior High concerts are now available for download on our website. Head over to https://www.rushmoremusiccamp.com to grab yours! 🎶

Final outdoor rehearsals are underway this morning for our concert this afternoon! Join us at Mt. Rushmore this afternoo...
08/08/2025

Final outdoor rehearsals are underway this morning for our concert this afternoon! Join us at Mt. Rushmore this afternoon @ 5:30 for an amazing concert!

Welcome to Rushmore Music Camp! 🎶🏕️ We’re absolutely thrilled to kick off Senior High Week with this epic registration l...
08/03/2025

Welcome to Rushmore Music Camp! 🎶🏕️ We’re absolutely thrilled to kick off Senior High Week with this epic registration line—77 talented campers ready to make some incredible music together. Making music, making friends!

It has been a great week of Making Music and Making Friends… Join us tomorrow at 1:30 p.m on the campus of NSU for the g...
07/31/2025

It has been a great week of Making Music and Making Friends…
Join us tomorrow at 1:30 p.m on the campus of NSU for the grand concert or catch the live stream on our page!

07/30/2025

What a blast on Day 2 at Rushmore Music Camp! 🎶✨ We dove into making music 🎸, new friends 🤗, and unforgettable moments at Storybook Land 🎠 and Thunder Road 🏎️ in Aberdeen! Wonder what the RMC campers were up to? 👀 Check out today’s recap video to find out! 📹💥 😎🎉

07/29/2025

Please join us tonight for our RMC Faculty at 8:15 p.m. (new time) in the Johnson Fine Arts Center!

07/29/2025

🎵 Wow, what a blast on Day 1 at Rushmore Music Camp! 🎶 Our day was packed with awesome moments, Rushmore Olympic Games and so much more — Making Music and Making Friends! Check out the fun! 🥁😊

07/28/2025

With an abundance of caution for potential severe weather this evening, we are moving our Wylie Park activities to tomorrow. This afternoon and tonight's activities will be indoor activities at the JFAC. Please know camper safety is our first priority, and we are keeping a close eye on the weather.

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12965 Old Hill City Rd
Keystone, SD
57745

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