The Young Musicians Camp @ Moravian College

This camp is designed specifically to provide opportunities for significant growth of both the advanced and less experienced performers!

Ronald Haas, Band Director
Donald Spieth, Orchestra Director

6th to 8th grades | 9th to 12th grades
Musicianship Training
Music Technology

Dates

July 22 - July 26, 2013

Program Fees

$350

Application Deadline

June 14, 2013

Application Procedure

Complete registration form and mail with payment

Ensemble Concert Date

7 PM Friday, July 26, 2013

 

Young Musicians Camp DESCRIPTION

The MCMI Young Musicians’ Camp (YMC@M) is open to students entering grades 6-12 in the fall of 2013. The camp is open to students of all levels of band and orchestra instruments that already have SOME experience on their instrument (please—no beginners). Students will find challenging and rewarding opportunities for musical growth.

GOALS

  • To instruct students in the performance practice of traditional band and orchestral music.
  • To provide students the opportunity to hone their musicianship skills through small and large ensemble performance.
  • To provide classes (theory, ear-training, etc.) that support the student’s development as a performer.

Curriculum

  • Major ensemble (band for winds and orchestra for strings)
  • Ear-training
  • Theory/History
  • Composing
  • Sectionals/chamber ensembles
  • Master classes

SCHEDULE

This week-long camp begins on Monday morning at 9:00 am with an organizational meeting that transitions quickly into the first full day of classes. The typical day runs from 9:00-4:30 with an hour long break for lunch at noon. The students will play in a final, capstone performance on Friday July 26th at 7:00 in Foy Concert Hall, admission is free.

MEALS

Lunch is provided and the cost is covered by the tuition. Meals are provided in Clewell Dining Hall just a few feet away from Foy Concert Hall.

 

 

REGISTRATION and FEES

Fees

The fee for the week-long camp is $350.00 per student, which includes instruction, participation in ensembles and lunch.

How to Register

You can register by mailing the printable registration form to:

Young Musicians' Camp @ Moravian College
1200 Main Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018

For more information contact the Music Institute 610.861.1650 (voice), 610-861-1657 (FAX), or music@moravian.edu

Because our standards for achievement are high, we accept highly motivated students who will enjoy the classes as well as the cultural activities. It is, therefore, important to know that failure to comply with regulations will be grounds for immediate dismissal from the program. Parents and/or guardians will be contacted as soon as any unsatisfactory behavior is recognized. No refunds will be issued if you are dismissed for behavioral issues.

 

FACULTY

Donald Spieth, Orchestra Director (bio)

Donald Spieth

Violin Instructor

 

 

Nancy Terlaak Poot, viola instructor (bio)

Nancy Terlaak Poot  

Audrey Simons, cello instructor (bio)

 

Paul Rostock, bass instructor (bio)

Paul Rostock  

Ronald Haas, Band Director (bio)

 

 

Woodwind Instructor

 

 

Brass Instructor

 

 

 

MORAVIAN COLLEGE MUSIC INSTITUTE

Following the tradition of over 250 years of music in Bethlehem and located in the historic district, THE MORAVIAN COLLEGE MUSIC INSTITUTE encourages the art of music through study and performance at all levels for any student or member of the community. Offerings include private lessons, master classes, group ensembles and Suzuki education.

 

MCMI offers excellent year round concert programming to suit any musical taste.

For More Information on Music Lessons or MCMI Events, Call: 610.861.1650 music@moravian.edu