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From the students:

“I have more confidence in my voice because I feel valued as a musician here."  - Vocal arts student

“The camp helped me grow as a musician by giving me the chance to spend a week concentrating on my instrument and play challenging music.” - Super sax student

From the parents:

"After just one short week, hearing the improvement in my daughter's musical ability and confidence was rewarding enough, but it was also great to meet the new friends she made who really share her interests." - Parent of  string camp student

From the professionals:

One of the "best" summer programs for aspiring musicians – Center for Talented Youth at John Hopkins University

"It never ceases to amaze me the level of improvement these student musicians make in just one week!"  - William Mathis, Director of Performance Studies at BGSU's College of Musical Arts

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June 10-15, 2012

Do you have a passion for singing? Are you interested in developing your vocal skills? The 2012 Vocal Arts Camp at BGSU is for you!

The purpose of the camp is simple: To help each student develop while nurturing your passion for singing. You will receive private lessons, attend vocal seminars, participate in master classes and attend recitals by faculty and staff. Because singing involves so many diverse skills, students will also explore other tools such as diction, vocal interpretation, audition techniques, stage deportment and basic musicianship skills. Each student will be provided with a firm foundation for healthy singing.

Preparation: High school students entering grades 10 through 12 with a strong interest and experience singing

Questions? Contact Christopher Scholl at (419) 372-2287 or by email at cscholl@bgsu.edu

• Christopher Scholl, director
• Kevin Bylsma, piano
• Jane Schoonmaker Rodgers, soprano
• Ellen Scholl, soprano

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June 10-16, 2012

Are you an aspiring composer? Interested in electronic music? Interested in pursuing composition in college?  BGSU’s Composition Camp is a week-long opportunity to explore the craft of composition from concept to completion under the guidance of experienced faculty and professional musicians.

The camp will include interactive workshops ranging from the basics of music notation to the physics of sound itself. Additional topics include music analysis, improvisation, instrumental technique, scoring and arranging for ensembles, notation software, computer-generated sound and many more. Each student will compose a new piece during the course of the week, receiving advice and feedback on their progress. The new pieces will be premiered by professional players at a final, recorded concert.

Preparation: The Composition Camp is for musicians age 15 to 18 who participate in music at their school. No previous composition experience is necessary. Students with composition experience should send a score of one composition and a CD recording, if available to: Professor Christopher Dietz, College of Musical Arts, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403.

Questions? Contact Christopher Dietz, director, at (419) 372-2181 or by email at cjdietz@bgsu.edu

Meet the faculty

• Christopher Dietz, director

June 10-16, 2012

Are you a string student looking for a challenging atmosphere where you can improve on your skills? Join us this summer for the 2012 String Camp at BGSU ! As a violin, viola, cello or bass player, you will receive individual guidance from members of the talented string faculty at BGSU. Each student is assigned to a small chamber ensemble whether a duo, trio, quartet or even larger. A typical day could include small ensembles, an individual lesson, seminars, guest artists and student/ faculty performances. Students will have the opportunity to perform in the final Chamber Music Gala concert.

HONORS STRING QUARTET: Advanced students are encouraged to apply for the Honors String Quartet, a select group of two violins, one viola and one cello, who will receive specialized coaching with our faculty, a full scholarship, including room and board to the String Camp. For those wishing to apply for the Honors String Quartet, students must register and pay in full for the camp, and submit a cd of a solo performance by May 15, 2012 to Professor Matthew Daline, College of Musical Arts, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. If selected, the student will receive a full refund of their fees.

Guest Artist: TBA

Preparation: Students should have at least one year of middle school and/or high school string instruction. Students should prepare an etude and/or solo for placement in ensembles on the first day of camp.

Questions? Contact Professor Matthew Daline at (419) 372-2428 or by email at mcbridm@bgsu.edu

• Matthew Daline, director and violist
• Penny Thompson Kruse, violin
• Vasile Beluska, violin
• Alan Smith, cello

June 10-15, 2012

Are you a high school brass student interested in a challenging atmosphere where you can improve on your skills? Join us this summer for the 2012 Brass Camp where you will receive individual guidance from members of the brass faculty at BGSU. A typical day could include brass ensembles, private lessons, seminars, guest artists or student/ faculty performances. Each student will have the opportunity to perform on the final concert.

Preparation: Students should prepare an etude and/or solo for placement in ensembles on the first day of camp.

Interested in being part of the Honors Recital? Students are encouraged to audition to perform a solo piece of their choosing for the final recital. Students selected for this honor must apply ahead of time by submitting a tape or CD recording of the piece they wish to perform with accompaniment by May 15, 2012 to Dr. William Mathis, College of Musical Arts, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. An accompanist will be provided.

Questions? Contact Professor Bil Mathis at (419) 372-8066 or by email at wmathis@bgsu.edu

Meet the Faculty

• William Mathis, trombone
• Charles Saenz, trumpet
• Andrew Pelletier, horn
• David Saltzmann, tuba

June 17-22, 2012

Are you a pianist looking to further your skills ? Do you like to surround yourself with other pianists and learn helpful tips to improve your musicianship? Join us for the 2012 Piano Camp!

The 30th annual piano camp offers students the opportunity to study music in a stimulating environment under the tutelage of distinguished BGSU piano faculty. The intensive program includes private and group lessons, master classes, ensemble playing, practice sessions, theory study, solo recital performances, guest artists and of course, A LOT of music and performances.

Guest Artist for 2012: Dmitry Rachmanov professor of piano at California State University, Northridge.

Questions? Contact Dr. Solungga Fang-Tzu Liu at (419) 372-2830 or by email at sfliu@bgsu.edu

Meet the faculty:

• Solungga Fang-Tzu Liu, director
• Pamela Ashmore
• Nicole Biggs
• Laura Melton
• Peter Oehrtman
• Thomas Rosenkranz
• Robert Satterlee
• I-Chen Yeh

June 17-22, 2012

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when your favorite recording artist goes into the studio to record their next album? Or do you want to learn about consoles, effects processors and digital recording? Experience it first hand by attending BGSU's Recording Studio Camp! Campers ages 15 to 18, will get as much hands on experience as possible, to include the recording of a number of songs using campers as the musicians.

Preparation: No prior technical knowledge is necessary, so don't let that stop you from registering.

Note: Register early! Camp is limited to 15 participants.

Questions? Contact Mark Bunce at (419) 372-8405 or by email at mbunce@bgsu.edu

• Mark Bunce
• Chris Aftoora

June 10-15, 2012

Are you fascinated with the stage, looking to gain confidence? Join us for the first annual Youth Theatre Day Camp!

A unique opportunity for students entering grades 7 through 9, students will be working with creative, high energy instructors who will help you strengthen your performing skills through movement classes, improvisation, dramatic scenes, master classes and more! Housed in the brand new theatre complex, The Wolfe Center for the Arts, students will perform in a finale concert under the direction of BGSU theatre faculty and guest instructors.

Preparation: Students entering grades 7 through 9 with a passion for theatre; No experience needed

Questions: Contact Aimee Reid at (419) 372-2222 or by email at asreid@bgsu.edu

• Aimee Reid

June 24-30, 2012

Do you have a passion for musical theatre? Do you want to improve your performance skills, get ready to audition for the next school musical, or build your confidence?

The 2012 Musical Theatre Camp is a unique opportunity for talented high school vocalists entering grades 10 through 12, that will help you strengthen your performing skills through movement classes, vocal warm-ups, improvisation, scene work, master classes and more! Playing in The Wolfe Center for the Arts, a brand new state-of-the-art theatre complex, students will work with BGSU faculty and guest instructors for the week, then perform a final concert in one of our new theatres.

Guest Artist:  Jody Madaras -Actor, Director & Choreographer

Preparation: A cassette or CD recording with two contrasting musical theatre selections must accompany your application.

Questions: Contact Michael Ellison at (419) 372-0472 or by email at ellison@bgsu.edu

Meet the faculty:

• Michael Ellison, director

June 24-30, 2012

Do you love the saxophone? Are you looking to be challenged to learn new skills and work with other saxophonists? Join us for the 2012 Super Sax Camp!

The Super Sax camp offers a challenging atmosphere for aspiring high school saxophonists interested in both classical and jazz saxophone. Musicians of all backgrounds and abilities will receive professional guidance including private lessons, master classes, student and faculty recitals and a special emphasis on jazz and classical chamber ensembles.

Guest artists and clinicians:
John Sampen, Professor of Saxophone at BGSU
David Bixler, Professor of Jazz Saxophone at BGSU

Questions: Contact Dr. Jeffrey Heisler via email at heislej@gmail.com

• Jeffrey Heisler, director
• Jim Fusik, instructor
• Noa Even, instructor

June 24-28, 2012

Are you an oboe or bassoon player looking to make that perfect reed? Or perhaps you've never learned how. Join us this summer for the 2012 Double-Reed Making Bootcamp!

Students will spend four days of reed-making sessions that will take you from the beginning stages of reed construction to putting the final touches on your existing reeds. Beginning reed makers will acquire the skills to become independent reed makers and students with reed making experience will become experts. Our talented BGSU double reed professors will guide you through the process, culminating in a presentation for parents on the final day.

Preparation: Tuition includes a materials fee for the cane that will be provided for all students in the workshop. Tools and supplies will be available for student use, but please email the directors for information about tools you could purchase or arrange to borrow before camp. Students should also bring solos or etudes they are working on as there may be master classes and private lessons.

Questions? Oboe: Jacqueline Leclair at (419) 372-2955 or email at jleclai@bgsu.edu
Bassoon: Maya Stone at (419) 372-2524 or email at mkstone@bgsu.edu

• Jacqueline Leclair, oboe
• Maya Stone, bassoon