Middle School Programs 2013

Middle School Instrumental Jazz

July 29—August 2/Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.– noon
Room: ESM 120
Howard Potter, Paul Hofmann, Bill Tiberio, directors

This one-week program is designed for students entering grades 7–10 who have a serious interest in jazz improvisation and learning the fundamentals of the jazz language. The class is performance oriented with an emphasis on studying chords, scales, rhythms, as well as ear training and the development of coherent musical phrases and ideas. The class will also explore jazz history through discussions and listening. Jazz standards, blues, transcriptions, and Latin idioms will be the medium for the class. Program includes group lessons.

Concert: Friday, August 2 at 11 a.m. in Kilbourn Hall

Tuition:
$250 CRN 12336
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semesters

Middle School Electronic Music

July 29-August 2/Monday-Friday
Morning Section: 9 a.m. – Noon OR
Afternoon Section: 1:15 – 4:15 p.m.
Room: ESM 070
Chris Chandler, director

This one-week course will provide insight into the diverse world of electronic music with an emphasis on basic audio technology and software. Students will learn to record, edit, and produce CDs of their own performances which can be used for auditions, scholarship application, and general promotion. Students will become familiar with various types of audio hardware including microphones, mixing boards and MIDI controllers; as well as software including Audacity, Cubase, and a basic introduction to computer music notation (Sibelius). The course will be an introduction to a wide variety of applications in computer music, which will hopefully equip students with resources for successful implementation of music technology in their own careers. No prior knowledge of recording or programming is needed to be successful in this course, though basic computer skills are encouraged. Enrollment is limited.

Tuition:
$250 per section (10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semester)

Morning section: CRN 12305
Afternoon section: CRN 12318

Percussion Camp: Got to Drum!

July 29-August 2/Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – Noon
Room: MSH One
Bill Cahn, Ruth Cahn, directors

Bill Cahn, of Nexus, is an adjunct faculty member at the Eastman School of Music. Ruth Cahn is the percussion instructor for Eastman Community Music School. Both Ruth and Bill were members of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra for many years.

If you are already a percussionist and have had percussion lessons in school for at least one year – you will enjoy “Got to Drum”. You should be able to read snare drum music, and be eager to try playing rhythms and patterns by listening. If you can already read timpani and marimba music, that skill will certainly be well used. The program for students entering grades 6-9 focuses on hand drumming on world percussion instruments and will incorporate rhythms from many cultures. Drum ensembles, drum circles, improvisation, body percussion, and “found instrument” ensembles and standard percussion ensembles are all likely program components. The program will include basic exposure to the full range of orchestral/band percussion instruments – snare drum, timpani and keyboard percussion. You may not be able to stop drumming! If you already have a favorite hand drum, please bring it. We will furnish drums for others. We can only accept 15 students, so apply early.

Demonstration/Informal Concert for friends and family: Friday, August 2 at 11:30 a.m. in Messinger One
Tuition:
$250 CRN 12285
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semester

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Eastman Children’s Choir

July 29-August 2/Monday–Friday, 9 a.m .– noon
Room: ESM 209
Karie Schroer Templeton, director

A full week of singing and fun for students entering grades 3–8! All young singers are invited to join us for a week of learning group vocal technique, proper performance etiquette, great children’s choral literature, and for the opportunity to perform together in a concert for friends and family.

Concert: Friday, August 2 at 11:30 a.m. in the Main Hall

Tuition:
$200 CRN 12194
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semesters

String Extravaganza

July 29-August 2/Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. – noon
Room: ESM 305
Samantha Anderson, director, assisted by Rebeca Boyd

Young string musicians, ages 7–13 (NYSSMA Level I-IV) with a minimum of one year of study, will explore the world of orchestral and chamber music in a fun and nurturing environment. Students will develop their musicianship by focusing on healthy playing techniques, creating a range of articulations/dynamics, performing in lessons and master classes, learning performance etiquette,and interacting with peers to create a finished musical product. The week will culminate with a concert and celebration.

Concert: Friday, August 2 at 11:30 a.m. in Hatch Recital Hall

Tuition:
$200 CRN 12320
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semesters

World Music Experience (middle school)

Course Cancelled

~~July 29-August 2/Monday–Friday, 1:15 – 4:15 p.m.~~
Room: MSH One
Julie Beauregard, director

Music provides an interactive way for students to learn during this summer program! World music cultures will be studied through musical games and acivities, singing, playing pitched and unpitched percussion instruments, and analyzing recordings. Students entering grades 3-10 will engage in musically enriching activities that build rhythm, singing, listening, geography, social and vocabulary skills, culminating in an informal group performance on the final day. No previous music experience or training is necessary to participate; students of all ability levels will be actively engaged and challenged.

Demonstration/Informal Concert for friends and family: Friday, August 2 at 3:45 p.m. in Messinger One

Tuition:
$~~200 CRN 12320~~ Course Cancelled
10% discount for ECMS students enrolled both semesters

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