Saxophone Workshop
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Sax camp students play during
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Sunday, July 26 – Friday, July 31, 2009
Globe Saxophone Quartet, Faculty Quartet in Residence
Camp Description:
Now in its ninth year, the Britt Saxophone Workshop is one of the world’s longest continuously-running summer camps exclusively for saxophones. The workshop offers a “music school” experience, with classes in theory, history and unique master classes such as yoga for musicians, classical saxophone performance and jazz improvisation. Performance opportunities include chamber music in a saxophone quartet, a saxophone orchestra featuring bass through sopranino saxophones, solo master classes and an opportunity for a private lesson. The camp will take place on the campus of Southern Oregon University. It features faculty performances, master classes in classical and jazz methods, a participant quartet recital and performing as guests with the Ashland City Band in beautiful Lithia Park. Recreational activities include a river rafting trip. The faculty are four of America's best saxophone teachers who bring to their teaching a wealth of experience on the world's classical stages. Download a sample schedule(pdf) to see how the week is organized or take a look at Dr. Bender's site for photos, videos and more from last year's workshop.
Appropriate ages and skill level:
The Saxophone Workshop is designed for intermediate to advanced saxophonists who study privately. Middle school, high school, college and young adults are encouraged to apply. All saxophone voices (soprano, alto, tenor and baritone) are welcome. Lodging in the SOU dorms is available. All students under 18 are supervised at all times.
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Globe Saxophone Quartet
Faculty-in-residence |
Globe Saxophone Quartet - Workshop Faculty:
Dr. Rhett Bender – Camp Director
Professor of Music, Southern Oregon University; Northwest Director of Saxophone Alliance
Dr. John Bleuel
Associate Professor of Music, State University of West Georgia; Conductor, Britt Saxophone Orchestra
Dr. Jennifer Turpen
Music Faculty, University of Wyoming; specialist in contemporary saxophone repertoire by Jindrich Feld and the saxophone quartet. She has performed throughout the U.S. as a soloist and in various quartets.
Dr. Scott Turpen
Director of Jazz Studies and Associate Professor of Music, University of Wyoming; performed with Colorado Symphony and at the Greeley Jazz Festival, Gene Harris Jazz Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival and more
Tuition $375 / Room and Board $375:
Tuition includes a $75 registration deposit, course fees, camp t-shirt and Britt concert ticket. Students are housed on the campus of Southern Oregon University in Ashland. Counselors reside in the dormitories with the students and supervise them 24 hours a day. Counselors and staff are carefully selected to provide a nurturing and safe
environment. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided as part of room and board. See our Scholarships page if you'd like to apply for a scholarship.
Application Information/Requirements:
-Application with $75 deposit (you may download an application or submit one online).
-Application Deadline: April 15, 2009 Updated 4-16-09: deadline extended, applications are still being accepted
-One completed Teacher Recommendation Form
-Upon receipt of application, students may be asked to submit an audition tape/CD
Questions?
Take a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page for general information on all camps. For more information contact Education Director Joelle Graves from our Contact Us page or at 866-964-4614.
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