Session A
June 18 - June 29 Session B
July 2 - July 20
Camp Location
University Of Miami
Gusman Concert Hall
1314 Miller Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Mailing Address
University Of Miami
PO Box 248165
Coral Gables, FL
33124-7610
Director: Sarah Neham Salz
Phone 305-238-8937
Fax 305-284-6475
"...it's not everyday that people get to meet Jazz legend(s) or the Miami Saxophone Quartet. The special guests were my favorite part. I also got to meet new people and enjoy everything with the friends I made. I really like everything about the UM camp..."
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Pre-College Program offers talented and serious young musicians the opportunity to interact with exceptional faculty and guest artists. The Program seeks to bring together students from diverse cultural and financial backgrounds to provide them with a college-level experience. The Program is open to all advanced instrumentalists and vocalists. There are five different areas of concentration: Voice, Jazz, Classical Instrumental, Piano, and Rock. Many of the 4 daily classes are held in a small group setting. Students are expected to practice their instrument and complete other class assignments in the evening. Each session concludes with a final performance. Students attending both sessions will not repeat the same material learned in previous sessions. All students will receive coaching on how to prepare for college auditions, as well as advice on careers in music.
REQUIREMENTS
Campers who will be entering grades 10, 11, and 12 in the fall and who have had a minimum of 4 full years of experience on their instrument/voice. If they are playing in a school ensemble, they should be at music grade level 4.5 or above. Campers should be at a moderately advanced level of ability.
SCHEDULE (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
9:00 - drop off.
9:15 - 10:15 WORKSHOP - New this summer!
Each track attends its own workshop. This class covers the following subjects: music theory and ear training, music history and performance style, how to prepare for auditions, sight reading, and more. Each day will be something fun and different!
10:30 - 11:30 ELECTIVE
Campers from all tracks will be able to pick an elective. This is a chance to use a second instrument, or to choose an elective in a style outside of your selected track. Choices include: Music Biz, Composition, Classical Chamber Music, Songwriting/Composition, and Theory Bootcamp. ( see descriptions under each Camp)
11:45 - 12:15 - LUNCH In the Stanford Cafeteria, campers will be able to select from the grill (hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries), salad bar, pizza, hot meal of the day, and the deli. Also are fresh fruits, desserts, beverages, and daily specials.
12:30 - 1:15 - SPECIAL ACTIVITY
concerts, talents shows, karaoke, games, jazz jam session, rock jam session, presentation by UM Frost School of Music Director of Admissions, and a presentation on careers in music.
1:30 - 2:30 - ENSEMBLE
Vocal Ensemble - vocalists will learn the dynamics of performing in a small group setting. Correct vocal technique will be emplasized. Vocalists choose either Classical or Jazz Vocal Ensemble.
Jazz Combo - an opportunity for campers to get expert coaching in how to play in a small group setting. Campers will improve on fundamental jazz rhythms, performance and soloing skills. For all instruments.
Piano Ensemble - pianists will work on advanced piano literature written for duet or duo groups.
(Rounds by David Diamond)
(John Willliams Trilogy performed by campers)
(Some Ska/Prog jam we made for a music camp.)
Orchestra - for all classical instrumentalists
Rock Group - Pre-college rock group is essentially a fun and creative rock band that is made up of campers who play guitar, bass, drums and sing. The group will rehearse classic rock tunes. During the rehearsals the band will focus on dynamics, timing, transition and tone. The focus of this class is primarily on classic rock. Tunes will be chosen based on guitarist ability to solo, drummers ability to keep steady time while driving the band.
This class is instrument specific and covers technique, practice and performance strategies. Students will have the opportunity to perform a prepared solo in a master class setting. Getting better at performing is what this class is all about!
2:30 - 3:00 Break and Snack Popsicles or Snacks (chips, cookies) are served!
3:00 - 4:00 FORUM - New this summer!
This class is instrument specific and covers technique, practice and performance strategies. Students will have the opportunity to perform a prepared solo in a master class setting.
4:00 - Regular Dismissal
4:00 - 5:00 Optional Activities (separate fee)
Jazz/Pop Studio Group - New this summer! Open to all instrumentalists! Join this large studio orchestra/band and play music out of the box!
Musical Theater - Always a camper favorite! Students participate in a mini-production of a musical complete with ensemble numbers, solos, basic costuming and choreography. Together, they study character development, improvisation and staging along with various acting exercises. Students will have fun and form life-long bonds as they work together at this intensive pace to create their scenes.
private lessons, supervised aftercare program.
Extended care, bus transportation, and a teen dorm program are also available.
