Summer Institutes for Advanced High School Musicians

Eastman Summer Guitar Master Classes

INS 484

July 16-20/Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. (including evening concerts)
Room: Hatch Recital Hall
Nicholas Goluses, director
Faculty: Matthew Ardizzone, John Covach, Petar Kodzas, Bob Sneider

The Eastman Summer Guitar Master Classes are designed for college and advanced high-school guitarists wishing to refine and develop their artistry, technique, and interpretive skills in the classical, jazz, or rock styles. Classical guitarists should be performing concert repertoire. All students in jazz and rock styles should have had at least one year of classical guitar instruction (at the level of a Sor or Brouwer study). Each day will include lectures, performance master classes, industry vendors, and concerts by artist faculty. All events, including the participant recital, will be held in Eastman’s new Hatch Recital Hall, a perfect venue for guitarists.

Faculty Recitals: Monday – Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Hatch Recital Hall
Participant Recital: Friday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Hatch Recital Hall
Professional Development Hours: 50

Tuition:
$1,200/1 credit CRN 16308
$540/noncredit CRN 16297

The Practical Harpist

INS 441

July 9-13/Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Begins with orientation Sunday, July 8 at 7:30 p.m.)
Room: Hatch Recital Hall
Kathleen Bride, director

Are you interested in becoming a better harpist, having a great harp ensemble experience, and meeting new friends? If so, The Practical Harpist 2012 is the place for you. The week-long workshop, limited to 10 professionally minded college and high school harpists, opens with a solo recital by Eastman School graduate Caroline Reyes on Monday, July 9. A mid-week recital features current and former Eastman harpists. During the week, students will participate in daily ensemble rehearsals. Class topics will include tips on preparing for your college audition, stage presence, performance preparation, and building a strong technique. Included in the week are optional* private lessons, a videotaped master class, and the participants closing recital. Recitals are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Kathleen Bride at (585)274-1606 or kbride@esm.rochester.edu

*Students enrolled for credit will receive a private lesson as part of the tuition. Students enrolled on a noncredit basis may add a 60 minute private lesson for $155.
Orientation (for participants): Sunday, July 8, 7:30 p.m. for coffee and dessert at Java’s Cafe, 16 Gibbs St.
Guest Faculty Recital: Monday, July 9, 7:30 p.m. in Hatch Recital Hall
Participants Recital: Friday, July 13, 7:30 p.m. in Hatch Recital Hall
Professional Development Hours: 50
Tuition:
$1,200/1 credit   CRN 19291 (includes private lesson)
$575/noncredit   CRN 19289
$155/optional 60 min. private lesson for noncredit students   CRN 19739

Eastman Summer Percussion Institute

INS 482

July 9-13/Monday-Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Rooms: EEW 415, ESM 120
Michael Burritt, director, with guests Anders Astrand, Bill Cahn, Jacob Nissly and John Beck

This week-long seminar will consist of daily master classes and lectures with Eastman School of Music Professor of Percussion Michael Burritt and guests. The lectures will focus on topics such as musicianship, technique, interpretation, expression, performance anxiety, composing, choosing repertoire, physical awareness, listening sessions, and pedagogy. Percussionists will experience classes in world music and drum set, as well as western classical percussion. A portion of every day will be spent in master class sessions. The week will include an opening concert featuring Michael Burritt and a closing concert showcasing the seminar students in ensemble works.

Students will be required to have two major works from the standard marimba or percussion repertoire prepared for the week. Set up pieces will need to be approved by Professor Burritt for logistical issues. Applicants must supply a repertory list including method books and solo repertory for snare drum (or multiple percussion), timpani, and keyboard percussion. High school students are required to send a CD recording of their playing along with their application.

Faculty Concert: Tuesday, July 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Hatch Hall
Participant Recital: Friday, July 13 at 7:30 pm in EEW 415
Professional Development Hours: 30

Tuition:
$1,200/1 credit CRN 16264
$560/noncredit CRN 16253

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Eastman Summer Saxophone Institute

INS 483

June 24-July 1st/Monday–Sunday, 9:00 a.m–9:30 p.m. (Begins at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 24)
Room: EEW 415
Chien-Kwan Lin, director

Come join us for a taste of the Eastman saxophone experience in this one-week intensive program. Hosted by Professor Chien-Kwan Lin of the award-winning Eastman saxophone studio, a select group of twenty college saxophone students will immerse in personal, in-depth instruction in all aspects of saxophone studies. Program emphasis will be performance-oriented, structured around private lessons and master classes in both solo and chamber settings. All private lessons will be taught personally by Professor Lin, and are also offered in Mandarin Chinese. Exceptional high school and international students are encouraged to apply. Applicants should contact Professor Lin directly before applying: clin@esm.rochester.edu

Faculty Concert: Sunday, June 24 at 2:00 p.m. in Hatch Recital Hall
Orientation: Sunday, June 24 at 4:00 p.m. in EEW 415
Student Solo Recital: Saturday, June 30 at 7:30 in EEW 415
Student Chamber Music Recital: Sunday, July 1 at 4:00 p.m. in Hatch Recital Hall
Professional Development Hours: 50

Tuition:
$1,200/1 credit CRN 16288
$675/noncredit CRN 16270

Eastman Summer Trombone Institute

INS 454

July 29–August 3/Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. plus some evenings (Begins at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 29)
Room: ESM 120, EEW 415
Mark Kellogg, director
Faculty: Michael Davis, Catie Hickey, Jim Martin, John Marcellus, Chris Azzara, and Katie Fittipaldi

The Eastman Summer Trombone Institute is an intensive, informative and supportive environment for trombonists who wish to challenge themselves as they grow their musical skills and familiarize themselves with the many facets of performing and teaching. This five-day institute will include daily master classes, trombone trio or quartet coachings, trombone choir rehearsals, and special topic seminars such as solo playing, improvisation, orchestral section playing, recital/audition preparation, and doubling. Each student will receive one private lesson with a faculty member during the course of the week as well. The institute is hosted by Mark Kellogg, Associate Professor of Trombone, Euphonium, and Chamber Music at the Eastman School of Music and Principal Trombone of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. He is joined by Jim Martin, former member of the Buddy Rich Band and the Maggio Musicale, faculty member at Webster University and SIU/Edwardsville; Catie Hickey, member of the Foothills Brass (Calgary, Canada) and faculty member at SIU/Carbondale; Michael Davis, top-call New York trombonist, composer, and arranger and member of the Rolling Stones horn section; John Marcellus, Professor of Trombone at the Eastman School of Music; Christopher Azzara, Professor of Music Education at the Eastman School of Music; and Katie Fittipaldi, certified Alexander Technique instructor.

Faculty Recital: Sunday, July 29 at 7 p.m. in Kilbourn Hall, followed by Orientation meeting in ESM 120
Jazz Night: Tuesday, July 31 at 7:30 p.m. in ESM 120
Participant Recital: Friday, August 3 at 5 p.m. in Kilbourn Hall
Professional Development Hours: 30

Tuition:
$1,200/1 credit CRN 16143
$560/noncredit CRN 16134

Eastman Summer Trumpet Institute

INS 455

July 29–August 2/Monday–Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. plus some evenings (Begins 7 p.m. Sunday, July 29)
Room: Ciminelli Formal Lounge, Student Living Center
James Thompson, Doug Prosser, Wes Nance

Addressing the various needs of today’s collegiate and high school players, the Eastman Summer Trumpet Institute is a fun-filled, highly motivating four-day clinic hosted by Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Principal Trumpet Douglas Prosser and Second Trumpet Wes Nance. Master classes, mock auditions, daily group warm-up sessions using buzzing techniques, and ensemble playing will provide students with daily performance opportunities and will focus on developing successful mental attitudes, styles and techniques for great recital performances, orchestral playing and audition success. Eastman Professor James Thompson will offer tutorials with individual students and give an in-depth pedagogy class involving all participants in his unique approach to buzzing. Other topics will include E-flat/D and piccolo trumpet mastery, chamber music style and preparation, and the development of critical listening skills. Special attention will be given to preparation for college and orchestral auditions, and individual exit interviews will give each student the information they need to evaluate how their current level of playing and musicianship compares to their ultimate goals on the trumpet. A shared faculty recital program highlighting traditional and modern solo repertoire will open the session.

Faculty Recital: Sunday, July 29 at 7 p.m. in Kilbourn Hall, followed by Orientation meeting in ESM 120
Participant Recital: Thursday, August 2 at 7:30 p.m. in Ciminelli Formal Lounge
Professional Development Hours: 30

Tuition:
$1,200/1 credit CRN 16165
$560/noncredit CRN 16151

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Eastman Summer Viola Workshop

INS 467

June 24–July 1st/Sunday–Sunday
Orientation Sunday June 24 at 8 p.m.;
Monday–Saturday 8:15 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Sunday July 1st 8:15 a.m.–Noon
Room: Ciminelli Formal Lounge, Student Living Center
George Taylor, Katie Dey, directors

Six days of intensive exploration into fundamental instrumental techniques and musical interpretation skills. Participants will explore strategies that promote a healthy approach to building facility and work to solidify their musical voice in performance. Designed as an “advanced basics” course, this workshop is suitable for advanced high school students, conservatory musicians and the seasoned professional. Violinists who play viola may also apply. Each participant will have the opportunity to perform in a public master class held on Saturday of the workshop. Through master classes and group/private lessons, all participants should leave this workshop with a greater insight and confidence towards the goal of instrumental mastery and open musical expression.

Topics for the workshop will include:

Basic Set Up: Instrument balance, hand position, elbow rotation, bow balance, advanced “windshield wipers”, string crossings and basic bow strokes
Shifts: Defining an individual kinesthetic sensibility for left hand motion. Finger replacement as a tool for connecting lower and upper positions
Vibrato: Refine vibrato by examining the bow-vibrato relationship
Specific exercises to define and shape wrist and arm movement
Scales, arpeggios, double stops: How to practice them, love them, and make them sing!
“Different Strokes”: spiccato, martelé, détaché, staccato, collé, etc.
Finding your musical voice—working to create and deliver meaningful performances.

Participants should come prepared with at least two etudes, and two under ten-minute works already prepared for performance. Participants should also bring the Galamian Scale System, and any work currently being studied that presents a significant challenge.

Opening Reception: Sunday, June 24 at 8 p.m. in Ciminelli Formal Lounge
Workshop Master Class: Saturday, June 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Ciminelli Formal Lounge
Professional Development Hours: 65

Tuition:
$1,200/1 credit CRN 16222
$675/noncredit CRN 16219

Eastman Classic Rock

July 23-27/Monday – Friday, 1:15-4:15 p.m.
Room: A707
John Covach, director; assisted by Chris Meeker, Jason Titus

This intensive workshop is designed for motivated high school rock musicians (grades 9-12) and focuses on rock music of the 1955-1990 period, with emphasis on the classic music of artists including the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Yes and many others. Students will participate in rock combos, building performance and aural skills, as well as in rock-specific music theory, history, and improvisation sessions. This workshop is especially well suited to students who plan to pursue advanced study in music as well as those aspiring to a career in popular music. Open to guitarists, bassists, drummers, keyboardists, and vocalists at intermediate level or above.

Demonstration/Informal Concert for friends and family: Friday, July 27 at 4 p.m. in Messinger One

Tuition:
$250 CRN 19503
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semesters
Housing in the Student Living Center (Eastman Dorm, no air conditioning) and meals are available for those over age 14 at $68/day.

High School Wind Ensemble Workshop

July 23–27/Monday–Friday, 1–4:30 p.m.
Room: MSH 1
Bill Tiberio, director

This 5-day intensive Wind Ensemble Workshop is for students currently in grades 8–12. In addition, college students who reside in the Rochester area and are music majors or minors may enroll in the class without cost to assist in sectional preparation and perform with the students. Mr. Tiberio will take time to work with college Music Education majors in preparing this ensemble for a performance. The class is offered to Level 5 and 6 NYSSMA soloists on all wind instruments and percussion. A concert on Friday evening will represent the culmination of the week’s exploration of some contemporary and traditional works for wind ensemble or symphonic band. Instrumentation may be limited in certain sections, so early enrollment is encouraged.

Concert: Friday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m. in Kilbourn Hall

Tuition:
$175 CRN 12138
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semesters
Housing in the Student Living Center (Eastman Dorm, no air conditioning) and meals are available for those over age 14 at $68/day.

Young Performers Chamber Music Program

July 23-27/Monday–Friday, 1:15 – 4:15 p.m.
Room: ESM 209
Diego Garcia and Karine Stone, directors

For intermediate and advanced violin, viola, cello, and bass players in grades 5-12 (NYSSMA Level V-VI). Daily chamber music coachings for trios, quartets, and quintets as well as daily string orchestra rehearsal. This week will help students develop chamber music skills and deepen knowledge of chamber and string orchestra literature in a nurturing environment, where players can strive for excellence in performing with appropriate support from faculty. Also open to limited collaborations with winds and piano for pre-formed groups. For more information, contact the directors at karineviolin@yahoo.com or (585)314-8716.

Concert: Friday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m. in Ciminelli Formal Lounge, 100 Gibbs St.

Tuition:
$275 CRN 19453
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semesters
Housing in the Student Living Center (Eastman Dorm, no air conditioning) and meals are available for those over age 14 at $68/day.

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