FAQ’s

  • Q: Where is camp being held this year?
  • A: Abingdon, VA: Southwest VA Higher Education Center
  • Q: What time is lodging check-in on Wednesday?
  • A: “Official” check in for lodging begins at 1:00 at the Comfort Suites, Abingdon. Early check-in if rooms are available.  You will be required to provide id and a credit card at time of check-in.
  • Q: What time is lodging check out on Sunday?
  • A: Check out time will be by 12:30 pm.
  • Q: What time—and WHERE—do I check in for MMC on Wednesday, August 12th?
  • A: Check-in for the Monroe Mandolin Camp (for class schedules, meal tickets, camp manual, t-shirts, etc.) starts at 2:00 pm at the second level lobby at SW VA Higher Education Center, Abingdon, VA.   We’ll have signage directing you all the way! Coffee and snacks will be available for early arrivals, and jamming will start as soon as you like after you arrive.
  • Q:What else?
  • A: On Wed, there will be an “Intro to Jamming 101” class led by Jeff Burke, “Right & Left Hand Technique” intro class on mando led by Mike Compton, open jamming, and possibly an “Instrument Tasting. Then after our pizza party dinner break, we will have organized instructor led jams to kick off the camp!
  • Q: Is there an Instructor Concert?
  • A: YES! This will be Friday Night.
  • Q: Is there a Student Performance?
  • A: YES! On Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning, students will have the chance to perform with instructor from one of the classes taken during the week. More information on this on Wed!

FEES, DEPOSITS, CANCELLATIONS

  • Q: How much is tuition?
  • A: There are a few options: Adults ($700), Full-time Students ($550-must submit a copy of current school class schedule), Non-Student – Parent, Guardian, Spouse ($150), and Single Day Attendees ($225-$250).
  • Adult students ($700)
  • Full-time students: ($550), must submit with their registration, a copy of their current school class schedule or registration (by email or snail mail). Student discounts cannot be combined with ANY other discount. Please note: You have the option of paying tuition in full OR a $200 non-refundable deposit at time of registration.
  • Companion/Partner/Parent/Non-Participant: Cost is $150 and includes attendance at all special presentations, instructor concert, Wednesday Opening Night celebration, Student Ensemble Showcases, hanging out at jams. This ticket does not include classes, meals, or lodging.
  • Single Day Attendees: For those interested in registering for a single day, we have options available for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday on our registration page.
  • Q: Is there a deadline for registration or housing?
  • A: None for registration. However, registration July 1 or later MUST be accompanied by full payment either via PayPal (credit card) or check (mail in.)
  • Q: How can I sign up and pay for registration?
  • A:
  • Q: How do I register and pay by check, to save the 4% credit card and processing fees?
  • A: Download and print the 2025 Registration Form, and mail it with your check to: Monroe Mandolin Camp, P.O. Box 2222, Mt. Juliet, TN 37121 USA.
  • Q: What is the non-refundable deposit policy?
  • A: A non-refundable deposit of $200 is due at time of registration. This will secure your spot as a participant!
  • Q: What is your cancellation and refunds policy?
  • A: If you need to cancel, as long as we have written notice (email acceptable) before July 1st, you will receive the balance of your registration fee (MINUS the non-refundable deposit fee), as well as any meal plan costs. If you cancel July 1st or later, tuition, lodging, tshirts, manuals, are Non-Refundable. At this time, we do not have a firm cut-off date for meal plans, but will update soon.
  • Q: For MINORS under 18 years of age, are there any requirements or additional paperwork needed?
  • A: YES!!!  A parent or legal guardian MUST be present during camp check in at the venue site (and show proof of id), and on-site for the duration of when minor is involved in any camp activities. MMC, including staff, instructors, volunteers, or other participants are not responsible for minor during camp. Parents may NOT send minor with another adult without Legal Guardianship papers being documented and notarized. Parent is not a considered a participant and will register as a non-participant separately.  The parent/guardian of a minor will be on-site but not in the classrooms during lessons.
  • Q: When is the final payment/balance-due deadline?
  • A: Camp fee balance (tuition, lodging, and meals) is due before July 1st. Those with a balance due will be sent one courtesy reminder invoice via email or PayPal invoice by June 1.
  • Q: What if I register after July 1st?
  • A: For those who register after July 1st, payment in full is required.