July 28-August 1, 2026
at Concordia College, Moorhead
The Soprano-Alto-Tenor-Bass Choir Conductor is Dr. Mariana Farah!
The Soprano-Alto Choir Conductor is Dr. Stephanie Tubiolo!
The Tenor-Bass Choir Conductor is Dr. Brandon T. Cash!
Make sure that you’ve read the Eligibility and Policies. All students are expected to meet and follow all policies, rules and regulations during the entire All-State experience (auditions, camp and February reprise).
Below is PRELIMINARY information about the 2026 All-State Camps. Please keep checking this page for updates!
RULES AND EXPECTATIONS
- Parents and students: Read the All-State Rules and Regulations.
- It is your responsibility to know these expectations and follow them.
- Harassment and bullying of any kind are specifically prohibited. This includes in person, in a group or on-line. Treat others with respect.
WHERE’S MY MUSIC?
- Music has been sent to students via email. If you have not received music, please email jbongaarts@mmea.org.
- You can practice from a tablet or device at home, but must print parts before camp.
SCHEDULE AND HIGHLIGHTS
- Here is a link to the preliminary schedule for camp. Please know that this schedule is subject to change, and please keep checking back for updates!
- Check-in: Tues July 28th between 11:30AM–12:30PM at Knutson Campus Center
- Opening meeting: Tues July 28th 1:15PM in the Centrum (Knutson Campus Center)
- Choirs Concert: Friday July 31st, 7:30PM–9PM at Horizon Middle School, East Campus. Students may check out after the concert and leave with their parents, or they may stay in the dorms on Friday night and leave on Saturday morning depending on their travel considerations. Please let MMEA know your plans in the Regpack registration.
- NEW AS OF 6/30/26: There will not be a talent show this year.
PRACTICE, SPOT CHECKS, AND VOCAL CONDITIONING
- There will be a spot check in sectionals on the first day of camp. Your music must be rehearsed in advance! Be PREPARED with ALL of your music BEFORE you arrive.
- Work throughout the summer to keep your voice in shape. Sing often. Stay hydrated. You’ll be singing all day at camp, start vocal conditioning now!
ARRIVAL AND CHECK-IN AT CAMP
- See Campus map and directions to campus for driving directions.
- Check-in on Tuesday from 11:30AM-12:30PM at the Campus Center.
- At check-in you will receive your room assignment, room key, dorm building key, and name badge at check-in. Do not lose your key(s). Fee is $100 each for lost keys. Keep in a safe place all week.
- AFTER check-in – you may unload at your dorm room. Student meeting starts at 1:15PM in the Centrum (Knutson Campus Center)
- LUNCH ON YOUR OWN before arrival.
- Concordia is located on 8th Street where there are many fast food and sit down options.
TRANSPORTATION, DRIVING AND PARKING
- Concordia College is located at 901 8th Street South in Moorhead, Minnesota.
- Transportation to and from Concordia College is your responsibility. See Campus map and directions to campus for driving directions.
- Parking during camp is free in Lot L at 5th St and 11th Ave S near dorms.
- Students are prohibited from driving during camp. Students may drive themselves to and from camp, but must turn in their keys to MMEA staff after check in.
HOUSING & FACILITIES
- Dorms are not air conditioned. Bring an electric fan if you wish.
- Please bring extra long twin bed linens and/or sleeping bag, washcloth/small towel, pillow, and blanket.
- Bring an additional towel(s).
- Each dorm room has a mini fridge and microwave.
- Recreation options and recreation facilities will be shared at camp.
- When staying on campus, guests will be issued a key to their residence hall room and a key card to the residence hall. The fee for a lost key or key card is $100 each.
MEALS AND FOOD ALLERGIES
- Meals provided start with dinner on Tuesday evening and end with breakfast on Saturday morning.
- Please note that dinner can be fairly early in the evenings. Students are responsible for bringing their own snacks that are in line with their dietary restrictions.
- Life-threatening and significant food allergies should have been listed on your health form in Regpack.
- Students with food allergies and dietary restrictions should look for a table that will be stationed in the dining hall. The Concordia College dietician or another nutritionist will be available for questions and will help those students with their meals!
- Alternative – contact MMEA with student name and allergy no later than June 30th at jbongaarts@mmea.org or 763-566-1460 to verify.
- A vegetarian option will be available for each meal.
REHEARSALS – WHAT YOU NEED
- Bring a pencil to all rehearsals.
- Bring your PRINTED music to all rehearsals.
- Bring a black folder for your music.
WHAT TO PACK
- Comfortable clothing for a range of temperatures.
- No short shorts. We recommend shorts with at least a 3-4 inch inseam. No crop tops. Undergarments should not be visible. No alcohol, tobacco, or drug logos or slogans/messages on clothing.
- Towels and washcloths
- Bedding – XL Twin Bedding and/or sleeping bag, pillow, and blanket.
- Electric fan, if desired. Dorms are NOT air-conditioned
- CONCERT DRESS: please wear CONCERT BLACK.
- Top: Black button-up shirt or blouse. Plain black T-Shirt is also allowed.
- Bottom: Black dress pants, or skirt (skirt must be knee length or longer).
- Black dress allowed (knee length or longer).
- Black shoes.
- Spending money if you wish.
- Chargers. You are responsible for the safety of your devices.
- A water bottle
- Prescription or over the counter medications. Medications may not be shared.
- If prescription medication requires refrigeration, contact jbongaarts@mmea.org no later than June 30th
- Alarm clock or app
FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT
- Concert is at 7:30PM on Friday July 31st, 2026 at Horizon Middle School, East Campus.
- The concert is free and open to the public. Invite family and friends!
- The concert will not be livestreamed. Click HERE for the concert information and digital program!
ALL-STATE T-SHIRT FOR PURCHASE
- MMEA is offering shirts for purchase as a way for students to have a memento from their time in All-State Camp, if they so desire. All proceeds support scholarship funds for participants in MMEA’s programs. Check out the All-State Camp shirts on bonfire.com
FEB 2027 ALL-STATE REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE
- Final performance will be at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis on Saturday morning, February 20th, 2027
- Rehearsals are from 12:45PM-7:15PM on Friday February 19th
- Check-in for February All-State will be Friday February 19th around noon.
- Clear these dates NOW. You have committed to these dates by accepting All-State membership.
CONTACT INFORMATION AND QUESTIONS
- Payment or balance questions: info@mmea.org or 763.566.1460
- Receiving music: jbongaarts@mmea.org or 763.566.1460
- Questions about music: Jacob Kempenich at jkempenich@mmea.org
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