Summer Music Camp (Middle School and High School)
July 13-18, 2008
2008 Summer Music Camp Handbook
REGISTER HERE FOR SUMMER MUSIC CAMP!
The University of Florida Summer Music Camp is an exploration of the band program for students in a major university setting. Students will take part in highly specialized instruction in large and small settings.
A Typical Day at Summer Music Camp
Each day will be filled with music instruction and social activities. A typical day will include:
- Sectionals
- Full band rehearsal
- Private lessons (optional)
- Music elective
- Recreation time
- Afternoon and night activities
Afternoon & Night Activities
Afternoon and night activities will vary day-to-day. Activities will include:
- Movie night
- Video game/bowling night
- Volleyball/basketball
- Swimming
- End of week dance
ADVANCED DRUM MAJOR/STUDENT CONDUCTOR/MUSIC MAJOR PREP
*Beginning Drum Major or some experience is required for the advanced course.*
This course is for the experienced drum major or student conductor/leader. Students planning to make a career in music education as a band or orchestra conductor would also benefit from this course. Experienced professors and public school professionals will lead classes in Conducting Technique, Score Study, Rehearsal Technique, Theory/Transposition, Marching Fundamentals, Educational Philosophy, and Leadership.
Faculty
The campers are taught by outstanding high school band directors from across the country. Each faculty member has vast experience in training and rehearsing young band musicians.
Camp Registration will take place between 8am-10am on July 13th at the Graham Area Housing Office. Immediately following registration, the campers will audition for a band placement and chair placement.
Music Camp Auditions
Please prepare the following excepts plus the chromatic scale for placement auditions. Click Here to Download the Audition Music.
The Summer Music Camp will conclude with a performance by each ensemble on the afternoon of July 18th.
For more information on Summer Music Camps, please contact:
Gatorland Band Camps
University of Florida
School of Music
P.O. Box 117900
Gainesville, FL 32611
University Bands Office
(352) 392-0227
ufbands@arts.ufl.edu
