MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND AND ORCHESTRA CAMP

JUNE 17-23, 2007

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PURPOSE OF THE CAMP
The Baylor University School of Music annual Middle School Band and Orchestra Camp offers one week of intense, yet fun-filled training in performance. Camp students are under the artistic supervision and guidance of the faculty of the Baylor School of Music. In addition, outstanding music teachers, conductors, and performers from throughout the state of Texas will join the staff to ensure that students receive the highest quality instruction. The camp will conclude Saturday morning with the Grand Concert featuring musical performances by each of the camp ensembles.

ELIGIBILITY
The camp is open to all students who will enter grades 7 - 9 during the Fall of 2007. It is a prerequisite that students have played their instrument for at least one year.

DAILY SCHEDULE
Each day students will be involved in large ensemble rehearsals, sec tional rehearsals, and group lessons. The sectional rehearsals will involve the students in groups of reduced size receiving individual instruction on their ensemble music. The group lessons will be taught by the Baylor faculty and camp staff and will be divided into small groups according to the ability level of the students. These lessons will cover basic musicianship skills and techniques particular to each instrument.

DAILY RECREATION
Daily recreational activities balance the musical and educational experiences of the camp. Each student will have the oportunity to enjoy supervised swimming, basketball, and other games. Afternoon activities take place on the Baylor campus and are supervised by the camp staff. Evening events, if planned, may take place away from campus and will be chaperoned by camp staff. Each student’s well-being at camp is our primary concern.

COST
The cost of the seven-day camp is $475.00 which includes tuition, dormitory, meals, and activities. Commuter students may elect not to stay in the dorm and pay $275.00 which includes tuition, lunch, and all camp activities.

HOUSING AND MEALS
Students will be housed in regular Baylor dormitories and will receive all meals in the University dining halls. Roommates will be assigned unless roommate requests are received in advance with the registration packet. Dormitory rooms accomodate between two and four students. Meals begin with dinner on Sunday, June 17and end with breakfast on Saturday, June 23.

CAMP FACULTY

The camp faculty consists of instrumental artists in the Baylor School of Music and conductors from oustanding public school band programs in the state.

Instrumental Faculty
Helen Ann Shanley, Flute
Doris DeLoach, Oboe
Richard Shanley, Clarinet
Michael Jacobson, Saxophone
Matthew Morris, Bassoon
Alex Parker, Trumpet
Wiff Rudd, Trumpet
Jeffrey Powers, Horn
Brent Phillips, Trombone
David Graves, Euphonium/Tuba
Todd Meehan, Percussion
String Faculty TBA

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Camp enrollment is limited to 500 students and is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Application for registration must be received no later than Friday, May 25, 2007. To secure registration, applications must be accompanied by a $50.00 non-refundable deposit and completed medical and general release forms.

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