Better Together
Next Annual Gathering
August, 15th-21st, 2027
Chapel Rock Camp and Conference Center
1131 Country Club Dr
Prescott, AZ 86303, USA
Shelley Morningsong & Fabian Fontenelle
Rona Yellow Robe
Joe L Young
Kalani Das
Suzanne Teng
Gilbert Levy
For more than ten years, Solstice Flute Camp has been dedicated to preserving the rich tradition and beauty of Native American flute music. Our camp provides a welcoming environment for people of all skill levels to connect with the art of flute playing and explore its cultural significance. Each session is designed to inspire participants through immersive instruction, encourage creativity, and honor the heritage of this beautiful instrument. Join us and experience the magic of music that transcends time and connects us all.
All morning classes, afternoon sessions, activities, and most workshops will be new for 2027. Each has been redesigned to reflect our theme: Better Together!
We believe not only in the beauty of the Native American flute, but also in the community we have created through our shared love of the instrument. Together, we are—and will continue to be—Better Together!
Learn to Play Native American Flute
Discover the Native American Flute at Solstice Flute Camp
Never played the Native American flute (NAF) before? No problem! We would love to welcome you to camp for a week of learning, discovery, and music with our outstanding instructors. You’ll have the opportunity to explore this beautiful instrument in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Don’t own a flute yet? That’s perfectly fine. Some of the world’s most talented flute makers will be at camp to help you begin the exciting journey of finding your first flute. They may even lend you flutes to use in class, giving you the chance to discover which instrument feels right for you.
Already have some experience? Whether you’ve been playing for a year, several years, or decades, there’s something at camp for you. Nestled among the pines, our tranquil and inspiring setting invites you to slow down, open your heart, and experience the many gifts the flute has to offer.
It’s often said that you can learn the basic scale of the Native American flute in 10 to 15 minutes—but spend a lifetime exploring its depth and nuance. Although the flute may appear to be a simple tube with a few holes, you’ll soon discover that it is so much more.
The Heartbeat of Solstice Flute Camp
Our students, instructors, and staff are the heartbeat of a vibrant community celebrated each year at Camp. Here we revel in the beauty of indigenous music and take great joy in the fellowship shared.
Come, join us, we can't wait to see you!
Thank You for
Solstice Flute Camp 2026
August 16th to 22nd
Our students, instructors, vendors, partners, and sponsors are the heart of Solstice Flute Camp. Without your support, this camp would not be possible. The Board of Directors extends our deepest thanks to each of you, our gratitude goes far beyond what words can express.
We can’t wait to do it all again from August 15–21, 2027. See you there!
Returning for our 4th year to Chapel Rock
in the pines of the Bradshaw Mountains
in beautiful Prescott Arizona
What Solstice Flute Camp Means to Me...
Kelly Kennedy
Executive Director
Ron Britton asked me the above question in September 2023 and wanted me to write my answer to it for the new website he was working on. I had just finished flute camp 2024 and had taken over as the new Executive Director at the end of it. At that time, the words that came to my mind were overwhelming, massive responsibility, stress, can’t let it fail, and what was I thinking.
Definitely not what Ron was needing at the time, Lol. Now a year later, Ron is asking me the same question and to put something in writing for the website. And guess what, all of those same scary words came to mind again, but this time it’s different. Along the way, I’ve experienced so many new words associations like magic, healing, joy, purpose, gratitude, life changing, and success that outweigh the scary ones.
I had a wonderful team made up of our Board, Instructors, Vendors, Volunteers, Students, and support staff at Chapel Rock to work with. Yes, most of those scary words are still there, but they are no longer scary at all when you have the best team ever sharing them with you. I no longer wonder, “what was I thinking”.
The first time I met Brent Haines, he told me, “what we do matters” and he was so right. The friendships, connections, healing, transformations, and of course all of those magic moments that are always there year after year. Yes, from my perspective, it is a lot of work, but it makes such a difference and is so rewarding. I see everything so differently now. All of this is part of what Solstice Flute Camp means to me and I am honored to be the caretaker of such a wonderful organization.
Testimonials
My Magic Moment: As a newbie I was very nervous to attend camp and go to class. In fact, my first day all I did was cry! Not so much out of frustration, but all my insecurities came to the surface and my breathing choked up. Thank God for Shelly and Fabian who are so kind, encouraging and also not afraid to get in your face in the nicest possible way and say: “Breathe! Relax!” A couple days in, we had the opportunity to play from our heart while Fabian drummed a beat. I played my first heart song and it was magical! ✨🌟I’m so thankful for this week from the bottom of my heart and soul!
Lena - Student
Arizona - USA
Every year, Solstice Flute Camp is a celebration of music, connection, and personal growth. As a teacher, I am inspired by the opportunity to share my knowledge and passion for music with others. The smiles and sparkling eyes of the attendees are a testament to the transformative power of music to uplift and inspire.
As Micky Hart so beautifully expresses it, "There's nothing like music to relieve the Soul and uplift it." This is the profound experience that awaits when you're creating music and empowering others to find their own unique voice. 🎶 🎵
Rona Yellow Robe - Instructor SFC
New Mexico - USA