Community Music ProgramBrandywine International Piano Institute
Summer Camps

• High School
• Junior High
• Elementary
• Summer Jazz Workshop
• Marching Band and Leadership Workshops

Community Music Program
A cooperative effort between West Chester University and West Chester Area School District providing music lessons to students 10 or over. If interested, contact the School of Music at 610-436-2678.

The Brandywine International Piano Institute at West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Anthony di Bonaventure, Director

July 12 - 24, 2010

West Chester University
West Chester, PA

The Piano Institute offers a workshop of intensive study comprising master classes and private lessons, with emphasis on technique, interpretation, and repertoire. All participants have daily access to air conditioned private practice facilities equipped with grand pianos and have opportunities for weekly individual conferences. Guest lectures by renowned personalities in the contemporary music world are a special feature. Public performance opportunities are offered to all students who wish to participate.

Download the Brandywine Piano Institute brochure

For information contact:
Dean Timothy Blair
School of Music
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA 19383
610-436-2739
tblair@wcupa.edu

Summer Camps

2010 WCU High School Summer Music Institute
July 6 - July 10, 2010

West Chester University's 49th Annual High School Summer Music Institute will take place from Tuesday, July 6, 2010 through Saturday, July 10, 2010. The Institute offers resident and commuter options for students entering grades 9 through 12. Students have the opportunity to perform in a variety of large and small ensembles, including wind ensemble, string orchestra, chorus, flute choir, clarinet ensemble, saxophone ensemble, brass ensemble and percussion ensemble, among others. All ensembles perform at the end of the week, and all concerts are open to family and friends. Auditions for an evening solo recital are held at the start of the week.
The Institute’s faculty consists primarily of West Chester University professors, all of whom are active performing artists in the Philadelphia region. Each student receives two private lessons throughout the week on their primary instrument or voice. Students will also participate in a theory/ear training course and college preparation classes.
Campus activities include opportunities for swimming, volleyball and other organized evening activities.
Tuition and camper options:

• Resident: $575 (includes full camp curriculum, room and board)
• Resident early registration discount: $550 (if postmarked before May 1, 2010)
• Commuter: $535 (includes full camp curriculum, daily lunches and dinners)
• Resident early registration discount: $510 (if postmarked before May 1, 2010)

Download the High School Brochure and Application

2010 WCU Elementary School and Middle School Summer Music Workshops
June 28 - July 2, 2010 (9am to 12noon)

Program Highlights:

1. Large-ensemble and small-ensemble performance opportunities including concert band, string orchestra, flute choir, clarinet ensemble, saxophone ensemble, brass ensemble and percussion ensemble.
2. Instruction from some of the region’s finest educators and performers.
3. Daily faculty demonstrations which allow students to see professional musicians perform in an intimate and engaging setting.
4. A showcase concert for family and friends on Friday evening, July 2nd, featuring all ensembles

For information contact:
Ralph Sorrentino
(610) 436-2678
summermusiccamps@wcupa.edu

Summer Jazz Workshop
July 11 - 16 , 2010

Students will explore the pedagogy of jazz improvisation, arranging, orchestration, jazz history and performance techniques. Visiting artists as well as the WCU faculty will perform and conduct mastercalsses on various subjects. All participants will need to have a knowledge of scales, be able to read music, transpose and be proficient on an instrument. Participants will be grouped with peers.

Download the Jazz Workshop flyer and application (TBA)

For information contact:
Peter Paulsen
(610) 436-2547
ppaulsen@wcupa.edu

Summer Leadership and Marching Band Camp
July 27 - July 30 , 2010

Lead by nationall acclaimed experts, the Marching Band track will teach the fundamentals and principles to create an effective and successful performance. This is an opportunity to experience a group dynamic where everyone is committed to excellence and a program where the staff will provide detailed instruction working with contemporary music and drill.

The Director and Staff sessions offered include: Rehearsal techniques, organization and administration, leadership, drill writing, conducting, literature, band pedagogy, and technology.

For more information and on-line registration, go to www.vivaceproductions.com

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