Junior String Orchestra Summer Program

Program Information

Program length: 
2 weeks
Session dates: 
June 27, 2010 - July 10, 2010
Second session: 
July 11, 2010 - July 24, 2010
Third session: 
July 25, 2010 - August 9, 2010
Cost: 

$2,825

Audition/portfolio: 
No, an audition/portfolio is not required
Age range: 

This program is open to students who will complete grades 3-6 during the 2009-10 school year and will be at least 8 years old at the beginning of Camp.

Admission: 

We are currently accepting applications for this program. Students will be notified of their admission on a rolling basis.

Overview

This program features two string orchestras (intermediate and advanced) for musicians between the 3rd and 6th grades. Repertoire is carefully chosen based upon the educational needs of each orchestra. Because of the age of the musicians, campers have more flexibility to take non-music classes and explore other disciplines. Basic ensemble skills coupled with string pedagogy are stressed in rehearsals and sectionals. Students will participate in a final performance at the end of each two week session.

Program Details

This progam includes an organized warm-up for musicians to begin their day followed by a two-hour rehearsal. Sectionals, music theory and movement exercises are taught on a schedule that rotates daily and a String workshop devotes time to special topics such as sight reading, rhythmic reading, bowing techniques and additional rehearsal.

Two additional electives are available as well as private lessons. Due to the two-week length of the junior music programs, private lessons are not offered to students who are attending only one session. Private lessons are available for an additional fee to any junior student who is attending camp for at least four weeks.

Honors Recital Competition

Interlochen offers an Honors Recital competition for advanced junior instrumentalists. Winners of the competition will perform at a special Honors Recital scheduled at the end of each two-week session.

To audition for the Honors Recital, musicians must submit an audition DVD no later than May 7, 2010 (postmark date for all sessions). Those selected to perform at an honors recital will be notified in writing by June 11.

How to apply: JR Division

We are currently accepting applications for this program! You can apply online ($45 fee) or by mail ($60).