KIDS ROCK CUSTER 2025 INFO AND FAQ
Kids Rock Custer (KRC) is a weeklong program for students, specifically those who just completed grades 4 through 7, where participants

receive instrument instruction (bass, guitar, keyboards, or percussion), form a band, write an original song, then perform for the community at a showcase at The Custer Beacon!
 

This program is open to students in Custer and surrounding communities. We strive to provide a supportive community that encourages collaboration, confidence, leadership skills, problem solving, and creative self-expression through hands-on music education and performance.
 

Who are the leaders of Kids Rock Custer? Kids Rock Custer is a program supported by the Custer Area Arts Council, a nonprofit 501(c3) organization.
 

Where and When is Kids Rock Custer? Kids Rock Custer 2025 will be held at Custer High School June 9th-13th from 5:00 til 8:00 pm with a live showcase at The Custer Beacon on Saturday June 14th (time of showcase to be determined).
 

What is the application process? Completed applications and a $50 nonrefundable application fee must be submitted either to the Custer Area Arts Council at PO Box 310, Custer, SD 57730; or hand submitted to Jody Tennyson: Custer Elementary or Custer High School, by Friday May 8, 2025.
 

Are instruments provided? Can they be taken home to practice? All instruments will be provided for the camp and showcase. They cannot be taken home at any time and will only be available during KRC hours.

 

Are meals or snacks provided? Meals are not provided.

Students should bring snacks and water bottle each day of the camp. 
 

Please let us know of any allergies. 

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For more information contact: Hanna Honors at: kidsrockcuster@gmail.com

605-440-0784; or Kelly Honors 605-440-0753