It’s impossible to describe Ferrwood Music Camp without first describing its founder. Rev. Joseph Ferrara, known and loved by many simply as Father Joe. When Father Joe arrived in Hazleton as a young priest, his “orders” from Msgr. Molino of Most Precious Blood Church included getting his kids "off the streets and out of trouble." He used his musical talent to forge a program for area youngsters, starting them in Music Education as early as possible. He used a simple instrument akin to the flutophone (which Ferrwood still uses to this day) to lay the foundations of music theory, notation, and scales. Over the years Father Joe’s ambition and good will led to the creation of the Hazleton Philharmonic Orchestra and Hazleton Philharmonic Chorus. Eventually, the  demand for more musicians led to the opening of the Ferrwood Music Camp in 1967. 

                                      Read more:  Father Joe at our Parent Page.

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*** Please click here for a scholarship application. Links can also be found on the 'Register' page under "Discounts." PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE DATES FOR  NEXT YEAR'S CAMPING SEASON WILL BE SUNDAY, JULY  11TH - FRIDAY, JULY 16TH AND SUNDAY, JULY 18TH - FRIDAY, JULY 23RD *** There will be no discounts for early registration/payment and  no late fees for late registration/payment for the 2010  camping season. Please know, however, that maximum  occupancy is set at 85 resident campers. If you are a late  registrant, we cannot guarantee you a bunk space! Click here to download an application for July 2010:  (Applications still available)  Counselor Application Instructor Application Applications below are available upon request;  please note that these positions are closed for July 2010. DVD Manager Application   Arts and Crafts Director Application  Technical Supervisor Application  Activities Director Application   Links to required clearances Child Abuse (For Child Abuse Clearance -- Under "Purpose," please select "Child Care." This clearance requires a $10 money order and will arrive in a few weeks.) Criminal History (For Criminal History Check -- On the left hand side under "Credit Card Users," please select "Submit a new record check." This requires $10 to be paid by credit card and can be printed instantaneously.)

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