Creative Careers in Music Bootcamp

The Creative Careers in Music Bootcamp is a 5-day virtual gathering that Scott leads to help college-level and early-career musicians design fulfilling careers and lives in music. 2020 has changed just about everything we know about making a living as musicians. But, there are still many ways you can create meaningful, productive, and sustainable careers in music now and in the future.

This bootcamp shares the values, principles, and practical skills that Scott has developed over the course of his career to help you invent your own purposeful life in music. You will learn to think creatively about your future, as well as develop actionable skills such as visioning, personal branding, marketing, fundraising, budgeting, public speaking, networking, and how to build a successful teaching studio.

The bootcamp will also reflect on the broader societal impact of COVID-19, the ongoing racial injustice across the country, and the persistent inequalities in the music field. For real change, we must change how we think and how we work. Participants will learn about the actions we can each take and how we can become musicians who care equally about the art and the health of our communities.

When and Where

Scott is offering the following sessions in Summer 2020. Each session is 5-days long, Monday to Friday.

Session 1 - June 22-26 (class full; registration closed)
Session 2 - July 6-10 (class full; registration closed)
Session 3 - July 27-31 (registration closed)

Daily schedule is 10:00-11:30am and 1:00-2:30pm Central Time. We meet on Zoom. The meetings are a healthy mix of informative presentations, group discussions, as well as conversations with guest speakers. In the week following the bootcamp, each participant receives a 45-minute private career coaching session with Scott.

Join Us!

This bootcamp is a place to come together, learn, and grow as a family of creative musicians during these challenging times. In addition to the knowledge you gain, the friendships and support network you build through this experience will last a lifetime.

Class is capped at 25 participants, so register now to secure your spot!

Fee is $250 per participant for the week. If you refer a friend to sign up with you, each of you will receive a $50 discount.

SCHOLARSHIPS are available for those experiencing financial hardship.

For those who can, PAY IT FORWARD option! Many are grappling with job losses and uncertain future due to the impact of COVID-19 pandemic. If you are able, please consider gifting a scholarship for someone else to attend the bootcamp.

To inquire about scholarships and pay-it-forward option, please contact Scott at scott.tegge.tuba@gmail.com or (773) 426-8136.

Questions about the bootcamp? Start with our Frequently Asked Questions.

Check back later for future bootcamps!

“A course absolutely worth taking! Scott genuinely shares from his personal experiences, guides your creative thoughts, and gives you all the essential skills needed to step into the real world. You will finish the course feeling more confident and equipped to build up your professional career wisely!”

— Bernini Chan, violin (DePaul MMus '19, Cert '21)

“Because of Scott’s class and personable teaching style, I now have a level head and a solid game plan for future success as a teaching and performing musician. I highly recommend Scott Tegge’s class to anyone looking for professional advice and strategies to pursue a career in music.”

— Craig Buckner, drums (DePaul MMus Jazz Studies)