Workshops, Camps and Masterclasses
Each summer, UNT’s College of Music opens its doors to music students whose ages and levels of experience span a wide range. From elementary school students, to college graduates, students and professionals, those who want to learn more, fine tune their musical skills, or build on their knowledge of music instruction are invited to apply for the College of Music’s summer workshops, many of which offer participants the opportunity to perform in public concerts throughout the summer.
For general information about workshops, camps and masterclasses:
Phone: 940-565-4092
Fax: 940-565-2002
Email: anne.oncken@unt.edu
Mailing Address:
Attn: Anne Oncken
UNT College of Music
PO Box 311367
Denton, TX 76203-1367
Summer 2018 Camps & Workshops Schedule
Jazz
18th Annual Lynn Seaton Jazz Double Bass Workshop
June 18–22, 2018
The workshop will offer an intensive week of study and performance opportunities for the jazz upright bassist. Classes include bass line development bass ensembles, and daily sessions on technique. Also, participants will have an opportunity to perform with a rhythm section and be coached. Outstanding faculty concerts will be presented throughout the week. It starts with registration early Monday morning and concludes with the Friday evening Bass Bash concert where ALL the participants will perform. The Lynn Seaton Jazz Double Bass Workshop is open to advanced high school (14+), college, professional, and serious amateur bassists.
Prof. Lynn Seaton has established himself as one of the leading performers and teachers of jazz bass in the world today. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his Annual Jazz Double Bass Workshop. This intimate workshop is limited to 15 upright bass players. (The UNT Combo Workshop accepts electric and upright bass players.) These spots are first-come/first-served, and thus your spot is not fully secured until you have made your Final Payment and completed registration.
There is more information on the UNT Jazz web page https://jazz.unt.edu/doublebassworkshop .
Vocal Jazz Educator Seminar
June 23-24, 2018
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Workshop Director & Contact: Jennifer Barnes, Jennifer.Barnes@unt.edu
Vocal Jazz Workshop
June 25–June 29, 2018
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Workshop Director & Contact: Jennifer Barnes, Jennifer.Barnes@unt.edu
Jazz Combo Workshop
July 9–July 13, 2018
Instructor(s): Mike Steinel
More information and application available January 2, 2018
For Curriculum contact: Mike Steinel (Michael.steinel@unt.edu)
Registration and Housing contact: John Murphy (john.murphy@unt.edu)
For more information: 940-565-3743
Marching Band
Drum Major and Student Leadership Camp
June 21–June 24, 2018
Instructor(s): Nicholas Enrico Williams, Jeremy Spicer, Manuel Maldonado
More information and applications will be available January 2, 2018.
Registration contact: info@studentsleading.org
Percussion
Marching Percussion Camp
June 11–June 14, 2018
Instructor(s): Paul Rennick
More information and application will be available January 2, 2018.
Contact Information:
Mark Ford, 940-369-7974, mark.ford@unt.edu
Christine Hill, 940-565-4124, christine.hill@unt.edu
UNT Keyboard Percussion Symposium (Formerly the UNT Marimba Workshop)
June 11–June 15, 2018
Instructor(s): Christopher Deane, Brian Zator, Pius Cheung, She-e Wu, Sandi Rennick, Ed Smith, Drew Lang
More information and application will be available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Christopher Deane – 940-565-3714 / christopher.deane@unt.edu
Strings
19th Annual Beginners and Intermediate Bass Camp
June 20–June 22, 2018
Instructor(s): Gudrun Raschen, Jessica Valls, Carlos Gaviria
For any aged beginner or intermediate player. Lots of playing and lots of fun with the opportunity to work with Mr. Bradetich, Mr. Seaton, and some of the top teachers of young bassists.
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Bass Camp Coordinator, untbasscamp@unt.edu.
31th Annual Bradetich Double Bass Masterclass
June 18-22, 2018
Instructor(s): Jeff Bradetich and Jack Unzicker
For advanced high school and college aged bass students. Five days of intense musical training including technique, orchestral and solo playing, and bass ensembles.
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Bass Camp Coordinator, untbasscamp@unt.edu.
String Orchestra Day Camp (Grades 2-10)
June 11–June 15, 2018
Instructor(s): Elizabeth Chappell
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Elizabeth Chappell, elizabeth.chappell@unt.edu
15th Annual Pirastro Strings Elite Soloists Program
Dates:
Instructor(s): Jeff Bradetich
The Elite Soloists Program will accept only 5 students by audition to study with Jeff Bradetich. Daily lessons and solo classes will be held in a highly individualized program. Last year’s class included participants from major orchestras and young professionals. To apply, send a CD or DVD of two different solo works to Jeff Bradetich, 1155 Union Circle #311367, Denton, TX 76203 by March 1, 2018. Thanks to the generous support of Pirastro Strings, this program offers free tuition, room and board.
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Bass Camp Coordinator, untbasscamp@unt.edu.
UNT Summer String Institute Session I
July 15–July 21, 2018
Instructor(s): Julia Bushkova, Bui Cong Duy, Gregory Maytan, Felix Olschofka, Anyango Yarbo-Davenport, Gary Levinson*, Ames Asbell*, Liesl-Ann de Villiers, Daphne Gerling, Catherine Forbes*, Deborah Brooks*, Jesús Castro-Balbi, Elizabeth Morrow, Eugene Osadchy, Nikola Ruzevic, Lauren Pierce, Gudrun Raschen, Clay Couturiaux, Zoltan Csikos, Mark McKamie, Cindy Hong Park, Stephanie Britten Phillips, *Masterclass only
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Contact: untssi@unt.edu
UNT Summer String Institute Session II
uly 22–July 29, 2018
Instructor(s): Julia Bushkova, Bui Cong Duy, Gregory Maytan, Felix Olschofka, Anyango Yarbo-Davenport, Gary Levinson*, Ames Asbell*, Liesl-Ann de Villiers, Daphne Gerling, Catherine Forbes*, Deborah Brooks*, Jesús Castro-Balbi, Elizabeth Morrow, Eugene Osadchy, Nikola Ruzevic, Lauren Pierce, Gudrun Raschen, Clay Couturiaux, Zoltan Csikos, Mark McKamie, Cindy Hong Park, Stephanie Britten Phillips, *Masterclass only
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Contact: untssi@unt.edu
Summer Harp Masterclass
Aug 4, 2018
Instructor(s): Jaymee Haefner
The UNT Summer Harp Masterclass is a one-day harp immersion event which takes place UNT’s Voertman Hall in the College of Music. The day includes masterclasses by Dr. Jaymee Haefner, and a performance wellness clinic by Dr. Sajid Surve. The event is appropriate for all ages and all levels of harpists, beginners through advanced players.
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Jaymee Haefner, 940-565-3739, jaymee.haefner@unt.edu
Voice
Vocal Pedagogy Workshop
June 15–June 15, 2018
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
Instructor(s): Stephen F. Austin
This year the workshop will focus on traditional voice building leading to growth and development.
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
For further information: Stephen.austin@unt.edu 940-369-7214
All State Choir Camp
June 27 – 30, 2018
Instructor(s): Jessica Nápoles, Director
More information and application will be available January 2, 2018.
For questions, email allstatecamp@unt.edu.
MS/JH (Jr. High/Middle School) Honor Choir Camp
July 11–July 14, 2018
Instructor(s): Jessica Nápoles, Director
More information and application available January 2, 2018.
For questions, email MLChoircamp@unt.edu
Woodwinds
Flute! Repertoire and Performance Masterclass
June 15–17, 2018
Instructor(s): Mary Karen Clardy
Flute! Repertoire and Performance Masterclass is a performance class for advanced performers, and these sessions emphasize musical performance and preparation. Daily classes include warmup exercises, tone/technique development, articulation studies, interaction of performer and listener, and the master class concludes with a concert by members of the class.
More information and application will be available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Mary Karen Clardy, 940.565.3722, studio telephone, mkclardy@sbcglobal.net
ClarEssentials High School Clarinet Workshop
June 26–30, 2018
Instructor(s): Daryl Coad, Deborah Fabian, Kimberly Cole Luevano, John Scott, Meaghan Kawaller
The University of North Texas CLAR-Essentials workshop is an intensive, educational, and fun workshop designed for advanced high school clarinetists. Daily events include group warm ups, clinics addressing refinement of fundamental skills, masterclasses, chamber music coaching, and evening recitals. The workshop concludes with a finale recital presented by chamber music groups
More information and application will be available January 2, 2018.
Contact: Kimberly Cole Luevano, Professor of Clarinet, UNT 940.565.4096 UNTClarEssentials@unt.edu
Workshops
Alexander Technique
June 30-July 1, 2018
Instructor(s): Phyllis Richmond
The Alexander Technique has been popular among musicians for over 100 years. Today it is taught in many conservatory and university programs. Musicians who have studied the Alexander Technique include Sir James Galway, Sir Colin Davis, Sir Adrian Boult, Julian Bream, Yehudi Menuhin, Andre Previn, Renee Fleming, Sir Paul McCartney, Alex van Halen, and Sting.
More information and application will be available January 2, 2018.
For more information about the workshop, contact Phyllis Richmond pgrichmondAT@gmail.com
Mariachi Workshop
July 24-28, 2018
For more information, contact Dr. Donna Emmanuel and Donna.Emmanuel@unt.edu.
Conducting
Conductor's Collegium
Check back for next Conductor’s Collegium in the Summer of 2019.