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The goal of Woodwind Camp is to contribute significantly to a student's musical development without diminishing the individual's enjoyment of music. Students are mentored by a faculty of highly trained professional musicians. The outstanding faculty works hard all week to encourage, enable and inspire developing musicians.  Students who have attended Woodwind Camp have gone on to participate in State Solo & Ensemble contest, All State, All Northwest and other competitions.  Additionally, alumni have been offered full tuition scholarships for college.

 The only camp of its kind in the US, Woodwind Camp offers a broad musical curriculum designed to interest and intrigue students.  The active, fast-paced learning environment is enjoyable and challenging.  Specialized classes are offered, including reed making for oboists and bassoonists (five days a week!).   Junior Camp is recommended for students who have completed grades 4-8 and Senior Camp is recommended for students who have completed grades 9-12.  Students have the option of attending both camps, an excellent idea for advanced younger musicians.  Advanced students can develop their leadership skills as section leaders in Junior Camp and be challenged in Senior Camp. 

 

 

   
 

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Camp begins at 8:30 with wind ensemble rehearsal followed by classes in chamber music, music theory, rhythm, composition, reed making, and advanced ensemble that rotate throughout the week.  Participants have daily sectionals with their main instructor.  A unique feature of this camp is that students interact closely with faculty members, enabling developing musicians to observe and to be inspired by the outstanding faculty.  Fun is not forgotten as musical games delight and interest young musicians.  Camp adjourns at 2:30 pm.   Friday’s final concert is not to be missed!

 I would like to extend a warm invitation to you to participate in the 2006 Woodwind Camp!  Come play great music and make new friends!  

Dr. Nancy Bondurant, Director

 

   
 

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What Students & Parents Say About Woodwind Camp

 

   I liked the Muppets because the bassoons sounded great! 

   I liked the Theory Class because I improved a lot!

   I enjoyed all of the pieces of music.  (It was nearly impossible to pick a

      favorite!)  I learned a ton!!  Thanks again for such a great time!!!

   I was very impressed with the choices of music.  I find it rare that kids

     get to play music that has non-traditional harmonies & I LOVE it!

   This camp does a great job of challenging students without discouraging them.

It builds basic skills for less accomplished musicians and leadership skills for those who have   progressed further. 

   Over the past 5 years you've contributed significantly to my son's growth as a musician

   I enjoyed hearing the student compositions. It was a great twist having them played     professionally. Very impressive. 

 

 

 

 

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