Lark Traditional Arts (LTA) is a nonprofit formed in 2019, but the community of talent and spirit it supports has been growing for over 40 years in Mendocino and the Bay Area.
LTA began primarily to ensure the continuation of Lark Camp, an 8-day traditional music, song, and dance educational event held annually in the Mendocino Woodlands. Now, six years and one global pandemic later, LTA has grown.
Besides our magical week of Lark Camp (August), we host our annual Jug Handle Campout (October) in Mendocino, Virtual Lark (February), a weekend of free live- streamed workshops and jams, and our “LTA Presents” education series, presenting in-person workshops and jams in the Bay Area and the Mendocino Coast.
Your Musical Journey, Your Way
Whether you’re a beginner looking to start learning traditional music, song, or dance, or a professional wanting to expand your creative toolkit, LTA has you covered with camps, workshops, jams, classes, and events led by culture-bearing instructors from around the world.
We’re excited to help you create memories, learn skills, and take your musical abilities to the next level.
Our Mission Statement is:
“Lark Traditional Arts is dedicated to creating educational events and assets that bring people together through traditional music, song, and dance.”
Lark Traditional Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 83-2424940)
LARK CAMP 2025: Aug 1st-9th
Registration is OPEN!
Discover Worlds of Music at Lark Camp!
Join us August 1–9 in the Mendocino Woodlands for an unforgettable celebration of traditional music, song, and dance from around the world! At Lark Camp, you’ll dance, jam, and sing under the beautiful redwoods with a vibrant community of music lovers, artists, and families.
With over 80 instructors offering 150+ classes every day, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned professional. Learn new music, song, and dance skills, enjoy spontaneous music sessions, and dance every night to amazing live music from cultures near and far.
Lark Camp is proudly family friendly, with engaging kids workshops and a magical children’s play that brings young imaginations to life. Explore new traditions, make lifelong friends, and immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind musical experience.
New camper? Take advantage of our special new camper discount and become part of the Lark community!
Whether you’re picking up an instrument for the first time or looking to deepen your craft, Lark Camp welcomes you to the forest for a week of joy, creativity, and connection.
Register now—adventure, inspiration, and music await!
Visit www.larkcamp.org for registration and general information, including:
- Payment Options
- Work trade Options
- New Camper Discount
- Returning Camper Referral Discount
CLICK HERE to learn more about Lark Camp including Full Schedule and Instructor List
A small taste of the one-of-a-kind experience of Lark Camp, our shared happy place deep in the Mendocino redwoods. Once you experience it, you understand why our campers call it “Home.”
Worlds Of Music
For Lark Traditional Arts, “Worlds Of Music” refers to the diverse and rich musical traditions, songs, and dances from cultures across the globe. It highlights the unique contributions of different communities, blending various musical expressions into a global tapestry that celebrates the shared human experience through rhythm, melody, and movement.
LTA 2025 UPCOMING EVENTS
| WHEN | WHAT | WHERE | LINK TO MORE INFO/TICKETS |
| Aug 1-9 | LARK CAMP | Mendocino Woodlands | LINK HERE |
| Oct 10-12 | Jug Handle Campout | Jug Handle Creek Farm and Nature Center Caspar, CA (Mendocino Coast) | LINK HERE |
LTA ETSY STORE
for LTA and Lark Camp T-shirts, hats, merch, and more (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LarkTraditionalArts)
All sales go directly to LTA’s Educational Program, and support our vision of presenting, promoting, and preserving traditional music, arts, and dance from around the globe.