Music Holiday Programs in Auckland
Songwriting Camps, Rockquest Prep & Creative Intensives
Every school holidays, Lila School of Bands runs specialised music holiday programs in Auckland designed to accelerate creativity, confidence and performance skills.
Each program is different.
Some focus on songwriting.
Some prepare bands for Smokefree Rockquest.
Others dive into stagecraft, industry skills, or creative collaboration.
All are practical, hands-on and performance-driven.
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Real Outcomes. Real Experience.
One parent recently shared:
“What an awesome find! Our budding musician spent two days at Lila’s songwriting boot camp and came out with an original song written AND recorded, and performed live for the family to enjoy. We are so impressed with what Jesse and the team offer. It’s a real gift for the young ones to have this depth of experience and skill shared with them as they start their musical journey. Total professionalism in a warm, fun, supportive and inspiring environment. Merry Xmas Lila team and we’ll see you next year!!” – Sophie, Parent
Our holiday programs aren’t just time-fillers.
Students create.
They perform.
They build something tangible.
What Our Holiday Programs Include
Each term we design new music holiday camps and intensives based on what students need most.
Programs have included:
Songwriting Bootcamps
Students write, refine and record original songs over multiple days. Perfect for young musicians preparing for Rockquest or developing their creative voice.
Rockquest Prep Intensives
Focused drilling on songwriting, musicianship, vocals and stagecraft — designed to help bands maximise their performance at competition level.
Industry Masterclasses
Workshops covering performance psychology, stage presence, gear, recording basics and how the music industry works.
DIY Merch & Creative Branding
Hands-on sessions where students design and create their own band merchandise, logos and creative concepts.
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Band Swaps & Collaboration Camps
Students rotate through different band lineups, learning adaptability, communication and musical awareness in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
No two holiday programs are the same — but all are structured, skill-based and designed to stretch students beyond standard music lessons.
Who Our Holiday Camps Are For
Our music holiday programs are ideal for:
- Students currently taking guitar, singing, bass, keyboard or drum lessons
- Bands preparing for Smokefree Rockquest
- Young musicians wanting to write original music
- Beginners wanting immersive musical experience
- Lila students looking to level up quickly
Whether your child is new to music or already performing, our school holiday programs provide depth, momentum and inspiration.
A Music School That Goes Beyond Term Time
Unlike many school holiday camps, Lila’s programs are led by professional working musicians with real performance and industry experience.
Students don’t just “have a go.”
They are mentored.
They are challenged.
They are guided to produce something real — whether that’s an original song, a refined Rockquest set, or a live performance for family and friends.
What’s Next?
We run new holiday programs every term.
Spots are often limited.
If you’d like to find out what the next Lila music holiday program is, get in touch.
