Pre-College Academy 2009
Announcing the second Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy, June 21st to July 5th, 2009. The Academy is for students ages 14-18 (some age exceptions are possible) who are interested in an intensive and stimulating summer music program . The Academy provides students with a broad spectrum of music study, including private lessons and master classes with renowned faculty, as well as workshops on conducting, improvisation, theory, computer composition and World music. Chamber music, orchestra, wind ensemble, choir and musical theater are also offered.
Program Description
The Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy is for students ages 14 to 18 (some age exceptions are possible) who are interested in an intensive and stimulating summer music program.
Featuring the Lamont School of Music new state-of-the-art facilities, the Academy provides students with a broad spectrum of music study, including private lessons and master classes with renowned faculty and music theory, as well as numerous workshops on topics related to performance study, including: computer composition, conducting, improvisation, movement, and World music. Chamber music, orchestra, wind ensemble, choir and musical theater are also offered.
The Academy promotes a positive and enjoyable experience for musicians, with recreational opportunities on and off-campus. Housing and dining is in Nelson Hall, in air-conditioned, suite-style rooms with double occupancy.
A Typical Day Schedule
7:00 AM Rise and Shine
7:30 Breakfast
8:30 Choir
9:30 - 12:30 Theory/Lessons/Practice
12:30 PM Lunch
1:30 Chamber Ensembles
3:00 Workshops/Practice/Free time
4:30 Orchestra/Piano Class
6 Dinner
7 Practice
8 Recreation/Workshops/Performance classes
9:30 To Nelson Hall
10:30 Lights out
Enrollment includes both residential and commuter options. Applications are available below.
Dates to Remember
Application Deadline is March 15th, 2009
Space is limited and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Students will be notified of acceptance by April 1st.
Application fee = $50 (non-refundable)
Deposit of $450 due two weeks after acceptance. (non-refundable)
Full Payment Deadline is May 15th, 2009
For further information, please contact:
Constance Cook Glen, Director
cglen@indiana.edu, 812-336-4779
Mary Beth Barteau Shaffer, Assistant Director
mbshaffer723@hotmail.com, 719-266-1384
Mission Statement
The Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy is committed to creating a positive and stimulating musical experience by providing excellent teaching in a motivating atmosphere.
The Academy offers students the opportunity to come together and study music in a supportive and well-rounded environment. The summer experience provides expert teaching for each student and inspires music-making that lasts throughout the year. Socially, the environment creates opportunities for like-minded peers to meet and develop friendships through a variety of enjoyable activities.
Academy Faculty
Faculty members have been carefully recruited for their ability to develop musical talent and nurture young people. Each faculty member is a talented, experienced and conscientious musician committed to performing and teaching.
Faculty Roster 2009
Director: Constance Cook Glen
Assistant Director: Mary Beth Barteau Shaffer
String
Violin: Lawrence Golan, Jeri Jorgensen, Paul Primus, Linda Wang
Viola: Barbara Hamilton, Basil Vendryes
Cello: Parry Karp*, Katharine Knight, Richard Slavich
Bass: John Arnesen
Woodwind
Flute: Pamela Endsley
Oboe: Lisa Martin
Clarinet: Linda Shea
Bassoon: Chad Cognata
Saxophone: Art Bouton
Bras
Trumpet: Joseph Docksey*, Alan Hood
French Horn: Susan McCulloug
Trombone/Euphonium: Joseph Martin
Tuba: Deborah Vanderstoep
Percussion
John Kinzie
Piano
David Genova*, Constance Cook Glen, Elizabeth Mueller Grace, Howard Karp*, Mary Beth Barteau Shaffer
Collaborative Piano
April Travers
Voice
Catherine Kasch
Ensembles
Choir: Derrick Johnson
Jazz Combos: Malcolm Lynn Baker
Musical Theatre: Janice Hauxwell-Hammond
Orchestra: Lawrence Golan
Wind Ensemble: Joseph Martin
Workshops
Alexander Technique - Heidi Brende Leathwood
Computer Composition - Conrad Kehn
Conducting - Lawrence Golan
Dramatic Movement and Acting for Singers - Paula Scarbrough
Improvisation - Art Bouton
Performance without Anxiety - Richard Slavich
Preparing for College Applications- Jerrod Price
World Music- Sarah Morelli, North Indian classical music; Tom Miller, Steel Drums
Theory - Conrad Kehn
Recording - Michael Schulze
*Denotes Master Class
Administrative Assistant - Daniel Rosen
Promotion and Public Relations - Victoria S. Brandys and Brittany Branscom
Private Lessons
Instrumental
Each student receives four lessons on their major instrument with an acclaimed faculty member.? Students who choose to enroll in secondary instrumental or vocal study receive three lessons.? Students should bring at least three pieces for study: one thoroughly polished and ready to perform, one that can be prepared for performance, and one that is new.? A specific teacher may be requested when applying and every effort will be made to comply with this request. Students also attend master classes and may audition on the first day to perform in them. When needed, practice coaches are available to help students develop good techniques
Voice
Voice majors enroll in four voice lessons as well as voice class, which includes instruction in vocal techniques, dramatic presentation, diction, vocal repertoire and dramatic movement. The voice faculty has extensive knowledge and background in working with high school students to develop classical vocal production as well as healthy pop/belt technique, preparing young voices for classical as well as musical theater singing. Scenes from a musical and/or operetta will be performed on one of the final recitals. Voice students are required to take secondary piano lessons or to demonstrate a high level of proficiency on the piano.
Chamber Music
Instrumental and vocal chamber groups and/or piano duets rehearse daily, receive at least four coaching sessions, and have the opportunity to be coached in a master class. Participation in chamber music at this level is a unique and rewarding experience for most students. For students interested in jazz, small combos may be formed instead of classical chamber ensembles. Chamber groups will perform in the final recitals.
Theory
A theory placement test will determine placement into one of three levels: fundamentals, intermediate, or advanced. All theory classes are compositionally oriented and include a eurhythmics component.
Master Classes
An audition to select performers for the master classes takes place on Sunday afternoon, June 21st. Any Academy participant wishing to be considered must audition with a work that has been polished (memorization required for piano, string and voice students, recommended for all).
Recitals
With their teacher's approval, students have the opportunity to participate in performance classes throughout the session and an Honors Solo Recital at the end of the fifteen days. Performance in the informal classes is highly encouraged and a collaborative pianist is available for rehearsal. Final recitals take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoon and/or evening during the second week of the Academy. The final concert takes place on Sunday, July 5th and features the choir, wind ensemble and orchestra. All performances are held in the beautiful facilities of the Lamont School of Music. Academy Concert Schedule
Large Ensembles
Choir: All students participate in an hour of choir just after breakfast. Through singing, students refine musicianship skills such as articulation and phrasing, and are exposed to repertoire of many styles.
Orchestra: Instrumentalists participate in orchestra nearly every afternoon and perform works for both full and string orchestra. Seating is determined by audition on the first day of the session.
Wind Ensemble: Woodwinds and brass meet for an hour each day to focus specifically on the needs of their instruments and learn wind ensemble music.
All major ensembles are featured on the final Sunday afternoon concert on July 5th.
Other Ensembles
Musical Theatre: Voice students (majors and minors) participate and perform with small ensembles, in short scenes from a musical.
World Music: Students have the opportunity to experience world culture through participation in two ensemble workshops: Steel Drums and North-Indian Classical music.
Recreation
Organized recreational activities are held at the residence hall, the University of Denver Ritchie Center for Sports and Wellness, and outside the university. Most evenings are devoted to master classes, performance classes, workshops, movies, and planned activities such as swimming, ice-skating and rock-climbing. At least two off-campus trips (June 28th and July 4th) are planned as part of these recreational activities. Counselors supervise recreation and free time activities.
Additional Activities
Elective workshops and presentations are designed to expose students in areas aiding musical development, but outside of their specific instruments, such as: computer composition, improvisation, conducting, preparing for college applications, performance without injury (Alexander Technique) and performance without anxiety.
Housing and Meals
Residential students attending the Academy will live in air-conditioned Nagel Hall, located very near the Lamont School of Music. Three meals are served daily to residential students; commuters receive lunch and dinner. Residence hall life is supervised by a staff of experienced college-age counselors, who are also musicians.
Rules
Rules are clearly stated in the acceptance packet and are explained during the first evening.? Smoking, drugs, and alcohol are not allowed, and infraction results in immediate dismissal without refund. Other rules pertain to respectful conduct, curfew, attendance, practice, etc. In serious cases, parents will be called and students dismissed from the Academy.
The University of Denver is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
For information, please contact:
- Connie Cook Glen (cglen@indiana.edu, 812-336-4779) or
- Mary Beth Shaffer (mbshaffer723@hotmail.com, 719-266-1384)