Classes

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1st Session July 5th  – 10th - 2nd Session July 12th – 17th

Principal Instrument

Everyone will have a class that focuses on one instrument with students of a similar ability level. This class will focus on techniques of playing, concentrating on intonation, tone, style, and rhythm. Principal instrument classes are designed to range from 2 or 3 to no more than 10 or 12 students per class.

Mixed Group

This class is for learning and playing tunes as a group. The Mixed Group class also groups students by their level of proficiency. As many different instruments as possible are represented in each group. Mixed group classes are usually a bit larger…it’s more fun that way!…usually around 10 to 15 students.

Large Group Jam

The Large Group Jam combines students at all levels and includes a full mixture of instruments. This class focuses on several purposes and objectives. We might use this time to prepare the whole group to play a couple of songs together on a concert. We also leave time to have a “jam session”. This teaches the students how to go about playing in a group for fun, and learning the art of “flying by the seat of your pants”! Experienced players get a chance to introduce new songs, or to try a new instrument. It also gives everyone a chance to play the old favorites. The object is to play tunes just for the fun of it, without worry!!

Elective Choices

This period is a free choice elective time. For some weekend workshops, students do not have to choose an elective before the day of the workshop. “Stations” are set up with teachers to facilitate the various activities. During summer workshops, students are asked to select a specific elective, although we do have flexibility for changes if students find their interests gravitate toward a different expression. With several days of classes, more extensive projects or studies can be explored.

During any workshop, small group jams with friends or talent show combos are also encouraged with faculty to assist students in selecting appropriate performance material.  Performances are scheduled around meal time and at jam sessions during summer camps or concert night if time allows for weekend workshops. These informal groups often prove to be some of the most inspiring performances of our workshops!

One Response to “Classes”

1. teresja Says:
   June 4th, 2009 at 10:12 am

   Hi Donna,
   We would love to have you participate in our camp! There are music teachers enrolled in each session…violin, cello, guitar, and flute…and other adult participants too. Class sizes are small so instruction can be very individualized. You may not have a chance to have this much fun all year, so definitely come to camp! I’m emailing more details!
   Teresja

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