Welcome to the home of DNA Music Camps at the Black Range Lodge
We invite you to join us at the historic Black Range Lodge on the edge of the Gila Wilderness for a unique New Mexico acoustic music experience, quality instruction and an outstanding gathering of players, singers and writers. We're coming close to celebrating a decade and a half of Desert Night Acoustic Music Camps - thanks to all who have made this possible, especially our hosts Catherine and Gary and the entire staff at the Lodge. And thanks to all of you fine musicians who participate year after year - you just get finer and finer!
COME JOIN US!
REGISTRATIONS FOR OUR 2026 CAMPS WILL BE ACCEPTED STARTING IN FEBRUARY, 2026
Desert Night Acoustic Songwriting Camp: April 30 - May 3
DNA Music Summer Camp: Aug. 19 - 23 A guitar camp and more! With Wil Maring, Robert Bowlin, Steve Smith and Chris Sanders
Desert Night Acoustic Music Camp: Oct. 8-11
Southwest Mandolin Camp: Oct. 28 - Nov. 1 (Now 5 days!)
Thanks to all the wonderful folks who have come from as far away as Minnesota, Maryland, Arkansas, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Florida, California and Canada along with participants up and down Interstate 25 and along Interstate 40. You've helped us grow DNA Music Camp into an excellent music destination. See below for a few photos of our esteemed alumni:
Gary Harvell (center), host and massage therapist
Desert Night Acoustic Music Camps Offer:
- Classes in mandolin, banjo, bass, guitar, fiddle, voice, and songwriting
- Seminars in effective ensemble and musician self-care
- Yoga-based stretching and relaxation sessions
- Chair massage on site
- A beautiful setting and fresh, delicious food
- Smaller class size, individual attention and opportunities to study and play outside
- Opportunities to perform with other players and faculty for other campers and the public
- Faculty concerts
- Fun jams for all
Meals and lodging are arranged separately with the Black Range Lodge. Please contact Catherine at 575.895.5652 or cat@blackrangelodge.com for reservations and information. Camping spaces are available.
