 What is Summer Strings Camp? The Oregon East Symphony Summer Strings Camp is a week - long day camp for beginner, intermediate and advanced musicians. This year Summer Camp will follow a slightly different format than in years past. We will be focusing classes on string instruments only. Students will receive instruction on technique development, music theory and note-reading, chamber music and small ensemble repertoire. There will also be large orchestra ensembles for all levels of musicians. New This Year - Introduction to Strings for Absolute Beginners - 2:45 - 4:00 pm daily, Cost $20 per student If you have always wanted to try a violin, cello or viola, and have never had the chance - this is the class for you. This class is for children of any age - with a parent in attendance or age 7 and up unaccompanied. It is also for adults who are curious. Taught by long time fiddle teacher, Peg Willis, this is a chance to just try it out and have some fun. Our advanced students will also work with you one - on - one for the last half of the session. To sign up - download and print the form attached at the bottom of this page (absolute Beginner Registration Form) and mai in to the symphony office. How much does it cost to go to the full camp? Beginning (1 year and starting to read notes), Intermediate (2 years and reading notes) and Advanced Students (full day 9am-4 pm) $140 per student for early registration before June 1. $150 between June 1 and June 20. Full and Partial Scholarships are available upon request and approval. How do I sign Up? Contact the OES office at (541) 276-0320 or email programs@oregoneastsymphony.org for a registration form or download and print the form attached at the bottom of this screen : SMC 2011 Registration Form Final.pdf. Registration fee includes all instruction and materials, T-Shirt, snacks and a hot lunch each day. Transportation and lodging is the responsibility of out-of-town camper., Home stays for out-of-town students and car pool contacts may be requested and facilitated through the OES Office. Introducing our 2011 Camp Faculty... Anthony Spain (OES Music Director and Conductor)- Advanced Orchestra and Mystical Music Theory - Seattle WA; Sarah Berglund (Richland School District Orchestra Instructor)- Intermediate Strings Orchestra and Naughty Notes - Richland WA; Megan Moran (OES Musician), Portland OR—Beginner Strings Orchestra, Rappin Rhythms, fun and games Lisa Robertson, OES Concert Master, LaGrande, OR; Advanced violin, Chamber Music Ensembles, Teach Strings Learning Lab Mary Rowell (OES Musician and Chamber Music Specialist), Portland, OR; Viola, Chamber Music Ensembles Loree Tucker-McKenna (OES Cellist and Instructor), Pendleton, OR; Cello techniques, Beginner Orchestra, Teach Strings Learning Lab Margaret St. Peters (Violin and Viola Teacher)—WallaWalla WA; Beginner strings, private lessons, viola and violin Peg Willis (Suzuki Violin Instructor) - Pendleton, OR; Introduction to Strings for Absolute Beginners and Teach Strings Learning Lab Assistants: Hannah Haberstroh, Naomi Thompson, Aurora Torres, Mandy Gawf and Adriene Lorraine. Daily Sessions Warm ups and Stretches Let your self bend and twist as you get funky warming up for your string jam sessions.
Large Ensembles Advanced Orchestra - For advanced string players who like to learn. Join the NEW OES Music Director Dr. Anthony Spain as he puts you through your paces and stretches your mind with some fun and challenging music. Intermediate Orchestra - For intermediate string musicians who can read music and have played their instrument for at least 2 years. Sarah Berglund from Richland will coach you to new heights in both your playing technique and ability to play in a group. Beginner Orchestra— For beginner string musicians who are learning to read music and have been playing their instruments for less than one year. Megan Moran and her trusty assistants will help you progress in your skills and have a great time doing it. You won’t even know you are learning because there will be so much fun.
Chamber Music Ensembles For intermediate and advanced campers. Trios, quartets and quintets. Learn to develop the skills necessary to play in a small group and direct your own music making with friends. Final ensembles will be dependent on available players and faculty. If you would like to work with a pre-existing ensemble group, please indicate on the registration form. All ensembles are supervised by a faculty member. The Magic of Music How does music work? What is that weird note? Why do those notes sound great together? Delve into the magic of music with Rappin’ Rhythms, Naughty Notes and Mystical Music Theory Other Classes Learn to Teach Strings Lab—Pedagogy for Advanced Students only at 3.05 pm-4.15 pm. This class will explore the best techniques for those who want to teach string instruments to less skilled students. Lisa Robertson, Loree Tucker McKenna, Peg Willis Games and Activity Time For Beginner Students—let off some steam and have a break from your strings, play games, have fun in the sun, be creative or take a nap. The choice is yours. Private Lessons - Violin or Viola, - with Margaret St. Peters. Take advantage of professional one-on-one instruction! This session will allow participants to work more intensely on technique or repertoire. Lesson times will be assigned on the first day of camp and will be done during Games and Activity Time. Please bring music that you are currently studying. Introduction to Strings for Absolute Beginners If you have always wanted to try a violin or a cello and have never had the chance—this is the class for you. This class is for children of any age—with a parent in attendance or age 7 unaccompanied and also for adults who are curious. Taught by long time Suzuki teachesr Peg Willis and Loree Tucker-McKenna, this is a chance to just try it out and have some fun. Our advanced students will work with you one on one for the last half of your lesson. This class is $20 for the week and runs from 2:45—4.00 pm Mon-Thu and 2:00-3:30 on Friday Contact the OES office for a registration form or to get on our mailing list.Call (541) 276-0320 or Email: info@oregoneastsymphony.org. |
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