Purpose & Philosophy
To provide a stimulating musical experience in conjunction with an opportunity for Christian growth and relationships in a beautiful recreational setting.
Offerings
Camp activities will include orchestra, chamber ensembles, chorus, music theory, small group Bible study, art, and fiddle. Large group games, ping pong tables, gaga pit, a basketball hoop are also available!
Camp History
The dream of Raspberry Ridge began to take shape in 1990 when Jane Stam built her backyard clay tennis court. This idea of a Christian string camp in the Chapel Hill area was fueled by Mary Frances Boyce and Nancy Brooks, both successful Suzuki string teachers. So, when Chip and Doris Stam moved back to town with an eagerness to teach their love of music, and their interest in integrating authentic Christian faith with artistic expression, these five dedicated individuals merged their passions. Raspberry Ridge: The Chapel Hill String Camp (named for violin strings and tennis strings) was established in the spring of 1992.
Thus it began--- a day camp that included orchestra and chorus for everyone in the 140 year old barn, chamber groups and theory classes in the house, outdoor tennis instruction, small group Bible study, and ample time for fun, food and friendship. In 2011, we said goodbye to Chip Stam and in 2014 to Jane Stam, but we also welcomed his son, her grandson, Martin Stam, and his wife Shannan, who now reside on the property.
In 2019 a partnership began with Church of the Good Shepherd and the wonderful opportunity to have camp at their facility! We hope that you will join us for another great summer of Raspberry Ridge String Camp!
Thus it began--- a day camp that included orchestra and chorus for everyone in the 140 year old barn, chamber groups and theory classes in the house, outdoor tennis instruction, small group Bible study, and ample time for fun, food and friendship. In 2011, we said goodbye to Chip Stam and in 2014 to Jane Stam, but we also welcomed his son, her grandson, Martin Stam, and his wife Shannan, who now reside on the property.
In 2019 a partnership began with Church of the Good Shepherd and the wonderful opportunity to have camp at their facility! We hope that you will join us for another great summer of Raspberry Ridge String Camp!