Our Purpose

For all these years the purpose statement has remained the same: To provide a stimulating musical experience in conjunction with an opportunity for Christian growth and relationships in a beautiful recreational setting. The camp enjoys a position under the umbrella of Christian ministry provided by the Chapel Hill Bible Church, a non-denominational, evangelical church in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Performances

Each year there are really two final "performances." One is an evening recital at which the major orchestral and choral selections are presented to family and friends and at which the ensembles perform for each other (usually one movement from a multi-movement piece in the chamber music repertoire). The other final presentation is the orchestra's leadership for Sunday morning services, or a Sunday afternoon service, at the Chapel Hill Bible Church (accompanying songs and hymns and joining with choir or soloists in some special musical offering for the service). For Raspberry Ridge Junior, the last day of camp generally ends with an wonderful outdoor recital for family and friends.

Our Staff

Over the years, our Raspberry Ridge staff has grown. Camp offerings have broadened to include arts and crafts. The overall number of musicians has increased such that in the summer of 2000 we had to move the orchestra and chorus into a 40' x 30' tent. Lots of things have changed, but the beat goes on. Much of our success is due to the numerous "graduates" who return and contribute as helpers and counselors. We are richly blessed.