Westminster Summer Programs & Camps 2012

Each summer middle and high school students from across the nation come to Westminster for an extraordinary learning experience. Working with Westminster’s renowned artist faculty, they strengthen their passion for music, develop their technique and expand their creativity in an atmosphere of artistic and intellectual discovery. Our programs offer residential and non-residential options. 

What you'll find in this section:

Registration is now open! 

High School Programs & Camps

Name Date Description
Composition
Composition Week July 1 - July 6, 2012
Register online

 Composition Week provides aspiring young composers with concentrated
study in the fundamentals of composition. Through individualized attention, students of all levels of proficiency, from beginner to advanced, work with Westminster faculty members.
Flute
Flute Camp July 22 - July 28, 2012
Register online		 Under the direction of flutist Sandra Olson of Westminster Conservatory of Music, this camp also features Gerald Carey, flute-Professor Emeritus, Western Illinois University; Sue Gillio, Flute Faculty, IVCC, Oglesby, Illinois; and pianist Esma Pasic-Filipovic, of Westminster Conservatory of Music.
Music Theatre
Music Theatre Workshop June 24 - July 8, 2012
Register online		 The summer High School Music Theatre Workshop is for high school performers who are Broadway-bound!
Music Theory - ONLINE!
Pre-College Music Theory Online

July 2 - August 10, 2012

 Register online 

 Designed for incoming freshmen students to learn fundamental aural and written music theory content and skills during the summer prior to beginning their freshmen year.
Piano and Organ
Solo Pianist June 24 - June 29, 2012
Register online		 This workshop offers the serious young pianist an enhancing and stimulating musical experience and exposes each participant to the artistic and practical aspect of solo performance.
Organ Institute June 24 - July 7, 2012
Register online		 This program offers young organists a unique opportunity combining rigorous organ study with an engaging choral experience.
Piano Camp July 22 - July 27, 2012
Register by calling 609-924-7416 		Now in its 28th year, Piano Camp is a unique and exciting musical experience for high school students. Led by Professor Ingrid Clarfield, pianists are inspired by an outstanding faculty on the joy of learning and performing solo and ensemble repertoire. In fun group classes, they address such topics as: performance anxiety, technique, music history, careers in music, and preparing for college auditions. The week culminates with a recital in Bristol Chapel on Westminster's campus.
Visual Arts
Drawing - A Visual Experience  July 9 - July 13, 2012
 Register online		 An intensive drawing course that is open to junior and senior high school students who have a strong interest in drawing, but who may or may not have had prior instruction.
Voice
Vocal Institute
Princeton, NJ
 June 24 - July 7, 2012
Register online		 Under the direction of choral conductor and clinician, Amanda Quist, the original two-week Vocal Institute at Westminster draws 100 students from across the country and around the world.
Vocal Institute
Tri-Cities, WA		 June 18 - June 23, 2012
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Under the direction of associate conductor, Justin Raffa and principal conductor, James Jordan, this one-week Vocal Institute is offered for the first time in the Tri-Cities, Washington. 

Solo Vocal Artist July 8 - July 21, 2012
Registration is Closed		 This program offers the opportunity for the dedicated young classical singer to explore the many facets of developing the singer’s art. The young singers study voice in daily private lessons (five lessons in Week One and four in Week Two) taught by Westminster artist faculty members.

 

Middle School Camps

Name Date Description
Piano and Organ
Piano Camp July 8 - July 13, 2012
Register online		 This residential program offers young musicians the opportunity to develop their playing skills, learn more about the fundamentals of music theory, composition and history, and share in the joy of making music together.
Voice

Vocal Camp

 July 22 - July 28, 2012
Register online		 Modeled after the highly acclaimed High School Vocal Institute, the middle school program provides students with an opportunity to study and learn from some of the country's leading educators in the field of music.
Music Theatre
Music Theatre Camp July 29 - August 4, 2012
Register online		 Students study and perform in a showcase led by music director, Derek Cressman; and stage director, Jason Vodicka.

 

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