Instrumental experience and ability to read music required. No previous music theory or ear-training experience required. Also appropriate for current Preparatory Division musicianship students.
Interview May be Required
Students will improve their general musicianship skills and lay solid groundwork for exploring music in other programs. Three class levels are offered, grouped by age and experience.
Interview Required
with submission of one previously composed work
Students explore chamber music composition, from conceiving an idea to sketching, workshopping and completing a final score. Chamber music students and guest artists perform composition students’ work in a culminating concert.
Experienced musicians (violin, viola, cello, piano, woodwinds or horn) receive intensive daily coaching in wide-ranging repertoire. Most pianists are assigned to a piano duo, but those with especially strong skills may play in a mixed ensemble. All students perform in two culminating concerts.
The perfect training program for the young stage performer–now in its eleventh year! A collaboration with Lamplighters Music Theatre.
Audition Required, Accompanist Provided
Explore the Topsy-Turvy world of rollicking pirates, damsels in distress and modern major generals! Lamplighters Music Theatre artistic staff directs daily classes in singing, acting and stage movement. Students present a fully-staged and costumed performance of Gilbert & Sullivan scenes.
Group guitar classes for adults and teens include such offerings as Bluegrass class, Rock Band Workshop, The Blues, and Ukulele class. Visit the website for specific class offerings.
Group guitar classes for adults and teens include such offerings as Bluegrass class, Rock Band Workshop, The Blues, and Ukulele class. Visit the website for specific class offerings.
Renowned guest faculty from Suzuki programs throughout the nation come together at Crowden to share their expertise with young musicians in this intensive and fun immersion experience. Daily activities include master classes, repertoire, technique, and enrichment classes. Intended for students who are already studying violin, viola, or cello with a Suzuki teacher; all students must be supervised by a parent, guardian, or adult childcare provider throughout the day.
Love chamber music? Develop your skills and knowledge of ensemble playing with other string players and pianists who share your passion during this week-long workshop. The program features daily group coachings, an all-camp ensemble, master classes, and electives such as conducting and sight reading. Chamber group placement is based on a required entrance interview or teacher recommendation; pre-formed groups are encouraged to apply.
In this class, students listen to and analyze a great variety of music- contemporary works as well as masterpieces of established music literature. In addition to this guided listening, students engage in sight singing, ear training, and written exercises, building the fluency that is required of a proficient musician.