Furman Band and Orchestra Camp
June 15 - 20, 2008
Attracting
talented young musicians from multiple states, this compact one-week camp offers
exceptional opportunities to perform in a variety of ensembles: a full symphony
orchestra, a string orchestra, two concert bands, a wind symphony,
a jazz ensemble and several chamber groups. The atmosphere for young musicians
is stimulating, combining as it does the challenge of performing with other
motivated musicians, the experience of daily rehearsals and the opportunity
for both individual and group instruction. In addition to performance instruction,
the camp offers classes in basic musicianship for all levels, optional private
lessons and daily recreational activities, all within the beautiful setting
of the Furman campus. The week will be a memorable experience of musicianship
and camaraderie.
**UPDATE 5/13/2008: Late Applications will be considered
for the
following instrument areas: Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Percussion, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Jazz Piano, Jazz Drumset, Jazz Guitar
- Other Sections Closed -
**NEW IN 2008: JAZZ ENSEMBLE will be a primary ensemble. See revised notes below concerning auditions and placement of winds/percussion students in the four ensembles. Students assigned to jazz ensemble may elect to take private lessons on jazz improvisation with Dr. Matt Olson instead of the typical private lessons.
- 2008 Fees, Financial Details
- Contact Us: E-mail, Phone, Fax, Snail Mail
- Application 2008
Mail to: Band and Orchestra Camp, Furman Music Dept
3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville, SC 29613 or fax to 864-294-3035.
Submit only once. Be sure form is completely filled out and all signatures in place.
Who
May Apply...
- For students age 12 - 18 as of June 1, 2008.
- Middle school students: must have at least two years of study on your concert band or orchestral string instrument. Suzuki Strings: In order for string students to feel comfortable in the orchestral environment violinists should be above Suzuki Book III level, and violists, cellists, and double basses above Suzuki Book II level. Applicants should have at least two years of ensemble experience in a band, orchestra or chamber ensemble.
- High School students: must have had at least three years of study on your concert band or orchestral string instrument. In order for string students to feel comfortable in the orchestral environment violinists should be at Suzuki Book 6 level or higher, and violists, cellists, and double basses at Suzuki Book 5 level or higher. Applicants should have at least three years of ensemble experience in a band, orchestra or chamber ensemble.
- Acceptance based on balance of instrumentation, residence hall space, applicant's grade level, ability level, date of application and prior attendance. Apply early, some sections close prior to the application deadline. Must be age 12 or older BEFORE June 1.
- Auditions: for placement - held on registration Sunday. Four
minutes maximum. Come prepared with a one minute solo excerpt and scales for your level.
All-State type solos/exercises acceptable. Sight reading may be included.
Percussionists should be prepared to perform on all three areas (mallets,
timpani, snare; drum set optional).
--- Jazz Auditions: Qualified students interested in devoting their camp week to jazz study will audition on their primary instrument for that instrument's primary instructor, but should also audition for Dr. Matt Olson, jazz coordinator. Jazz pianists, drummers, guitarists and bassists needed. Email matt.olson@furman.edu if questions. - Advanced Students are invited to audition for placement in chamber music ensembles and participate in the Honors Recital Solo Competition.
Ensembles, Classes, Optional Private Lessons...
- View a Sample Schedule
- Large Ensembles
Membership and seating based upon competitive auditions held opening day of camp- Band Instruments: woodwind, brass and percussion students are assigned to one of the four primary ensembles: Jazz Ensemble, Wind Symphony (Symphony Orchestra Winds) Symphonic Band, or Concert Band.
- String Instruments are assigned to either the String Orchestra or Symphony Orchestra
- Chamber Ensembles - optional, based on placement audition ranking and your experience/interest:
- Brass, woodwind, saxophone, string quartet, percussion
- Audition on Sunday, rehearse M - Th, perform Thursday night.
- Solo Competition optional, faculty-selected players will perform on Wednesday
evening's Honors Recital. Honors Recital participants are eligible for competitive
camp scholarships (faculty nominated for following year). Accompanists
supplied for recital performance. Auditions held Monday night of camp. To audition, you must be a member of the camp's Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Wind Symphony or Symphony Orchestra.
- Daily master classes and sectionals for all students
- Daily musicianship classes in music theory, history, conducting or improvisation; placement based on results of theory placement survey taken registration day
- Private Lessons - OPTIONAL - ADDITIONAL FEE:
- $20 for 30 minute lessons on student's primary instrument
(limit of 2) - Please do not send payment with application - payment will be made directly to the teacher the Sunday you arrive at camp. DO NOT INCLUDE LESSONS IN SCHOLARSHIP PAYMENTS.
- Jazz Lessons: Students earning placement in the Jazz Ensemble may elect to take private lessons on jazz improvisation with Dr. Matt Olson instead of taking lessons with their primary instrument instructor. This option is available to all jazz instrumentalists including piano, drumset and winds. Email matt.olson@furman.edu if questions.
- $20 for 30 minute lessons on student's primary instrument
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