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Conference
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Technique
Ensemble:
A
set of repertoire of different levels will be given
2 to 3 weeks before the conference for the participants
to prepare and memorize. Participants will be taught
on the technical aspects of violin playing, how to improve
it to a higher level and to perform the pieces for the
final concerts.
Orchestra:
Participants
will learn ensemble techniques, how to play and listen
sensitively in a larger group, and to perform the pieces
for the final concerts. Parts will be given ahead of
time.
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Rock
Violin Classes:
Learn
about rock music and culture and how the violin fits
into a rock ensemble. Participants will also learn to
improvise and play the violin like a section/percussive
instrument.
Jazz
Violin Classes:
Learn
about the roots of jazz culture, play jazz tunes, improvise
in the jazz style and aspire to be a jazz violinist
like Chris Howes, Stephane Grappelli or Regina Carter.
Master
classes:
Participants
will prepare 1 or 2 pieces and receive individual coaching
from the performer of their choice. The master class
maybe observed by the rest of the participants.
Showmanship
classes:
Participants will be taught on how to present themselves
in the utmost best for performances.
Faculty
Concert:
Invited
professors will perform for the participants.
Fun
Time:
Have
fun playing the violin in the most inconvenient ways
and learn how to make sound effects with the violin
for a movie.
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Talks:
For
students and parents on topics such as:
Everyone is born creative and how to bring out
the best creative potential in each child
The Suzuki philosophy and how it works in the
family
Ways to motivate your child to practice
Why violin lessons?
How to choose a violin and violin maintenance
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Movie
Time:
Music related movies and cartoon for younger participants.
Lunch
and Tea Time Concerts:
Participants
will perform solos, duets and in smaller groups. Selection
is based on auditions held a week before the conference.
Final
Rehearsal:
Rehearse
for the Gala Concert at the final day of the conference.
Lunch/Dinner:
Enjoy
catered food and interacting with the family members,
teachers and friends. |
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