2012 Summer Music Program
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Music Program is open to all levels of instrumental music students, grades 6-12 in Washtenaw County.
Dates: June 25 - July 26, 2012 (Except where noted!)
Time: Classes meet 4 days per week (Monday - Thursday). Classes last 1 hour, and are scheduled between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM with the exception of the Jazz & Summer Institute classes
Locations: Tappan Middle School (2251 E. Stadium Blvd), Scarlett Middle School (3300 Lorraine) and Pioneer High School (601 W. Stadium)
Fee: Early Bird $165; after 6/15 $175
Classes Offered
New Instrument Class
ID# 12-N1 Tappan @ 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Grades 6-7. This class is open to any student who 1) has never played a wind or percussion instrument and would like to learn; 2) is learning a secondary instrument, such as oboe, bassoon, bass clarinet, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, or tuba or 3) wants to play a different instrument than the one they learned last year. (Limited rentals available, check with music teacher.) Learn the fundamentals of playing an instrument including note reading, fingerings, embouchure, proper handling, correct posture and much, much more! You’ll enjoy the fun easy-going atmosphere with no pressure and no grades. Instructor: Craig Beery, AAPS Summer Music Staff.
**Jazz Classes**
Please note: This year you will notice that the summer jazz format has been modified slightly. Each class will now have a "skill building section" (sectionals, instrument fundamentals, scales, improvisation etc) attached to it in order to provide better instruction. This section is also an opportunity for students to have more individualized instruction and a place to discuss important musical issues as they continue their development. We're also hoping that the new times will help in logistics in terms of pickup and drop off. We will end our camp with an exciting concert at one of the area's top venues and/or festivals. |
Jazz Band
ID# 12-J1 Tappan @ 9:45 AM – 11:35 AM -- June 25 - July 12 (Note: 3 weeks only!)
Grades 6-8. The time will be divided as follows: 9:45-10:35 Intermediate Jazz Band skills section and 10:45-11:35 Intermediate Jazz Band Ensemble Section where students have fun learning improvisational skills while playing selections from Jazz legends like Count Basie, Duke Ellington and many others. Students also learn the important fundamentals of playing music in a Big Band setting. All instruments and all levels are encouraged to join. Instructor: Sean Dobbins, AAPS Summer Music Staff.
All City Percussion Drum Line
ID# 12-D1 Tappan @ 12:00 - 2:00 PM -- June 25 - July 12 (Note: 3 weeks only!)
Grades 6-10. This is an opportunity for the percussion section to "Be the Stars." Students will learn a variety of marching percussion instruments, fundamentals, rudiments and technique in a marching band style. Group may also perform an end of summer concert, TBA. Beginners to advanced students are encouraged to participate. Instructor: Sean Dobbins, AAPS Summer Music Staff.
All City Jazz Combo
ID# 12-J2 Tappan @ 11:45 - 1:35 PM -- June 25 - July 12 (Note: 3 weeks only!)
Grades 9-12. The time will be divided as follows: 11:45-12:35 Combo Skill Hour and 12:45- 1:35 Combo Ensemble Hour where students learn important elements of Jazz in a small group setting while learning music of Miles Davis, Art Blakey and other Jazz Legends. Students in combos will be encouraged to choose and compose their own music. A select group will perform at the Ann Arbor Art Fair or Jazz Club, TBA. Students who enroll in combo class are encouraged, but not required to be in one of the Big Bands. All levels welcome. Instructor: Sean Dobbins, AAPS Summer Music Staff.
All City Jazz Big Band
ID# 12-J3 Tappan @ 1:45 - 3:15 PM -- June 25 - July 12 (Note: 3 weeks only!)
Grades 9-12. This class runs 6 weeks leading to the goal of performing at the Jazz Club “Foggy Bottom”. Students enjoy learning Jazz, Funk, and Latin music. There will be an emphasis on improvisation in a Big Band setting. A famous jazz artist clinician will be a guest presenter, TBA. Advanced level students on all instruments are encouraged to participate. Instructor: Sean Dobbins, AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Intermediate Band
ID# 12-B1P Pioneer @ 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
ID# 12-B1T Tappan @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Grades 6-8. This class is open to any student who has had one year of playing experience. You will build on the basic fundamentals and be introduced to new and exciting techniques. Enjoy the fun easy-going atmosphere with no pressure and no grades. Easy to moderately difficult music will be played. Instructors: Craig Beery (Tappan), Melissa Overhiser (Pioneer), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Advanced Band
ID#: 12-B2P Pioneer @ 11:00 AM – 12 Noon
ID#: 12-B2T Tappan @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Grades 6-9. Open to any student who has had two or more years of playing experience. You’ll build on the basic fundamentals while introducing more advanced techniques of playing. Enjoy the fun easy-going atmosphere with no pressure and no grades. You will be playing lots of sheet music. Instructors: Craig Beery (Tappan), Melissa Overhiser (Pioneer), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Intermediate String Orchestra
ID# 12-S1P Pioneer @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
ID# 12-S1S Scarlett @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Grades 6-7. Open to string players entering 6th grade, or for students switching to a stringed instrument. A great way to keep up the skills you learned in your first year of instruction. Learn fun, new songs and hear the sounds of a string orchestra in harmony! Instructors: Ann Savaglio (Pioneer), Timario Wilkins (Scarlett), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Advanced String Orchestra
ID# 12-S2P Pioneer @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
ID# 12-S2S Scarlett @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Grades 6-9. For string players with two or more years of experience. You will play music from a variety of styles and composers as well as work on more advanced string techniques, such as vibrato and shifting. Instructors: Ann Savaglio (Pioneer), Timario Wilkins (Scarlett), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Scarlett Summer Music Academy
ID# 12-MAS Scarlett @ 9:00 -11:00 AM -- July 9 - 26 (Note: Mondays -Thursdays only!)
Grades 6-8. This class is open to any middle school student who is interested in improving their wind/percussion playing skills or learning a new wind/percussion instrument. Students will divide their time between ensemble rehearsal, instrumental technique class from a specialist on the student's instrument, and individualized theory training. The atmosphere will be relaxed but purposeful and students should expect to develop new skills that will help them be well prepared for their middle school bands in the fall. A small snack will be provided at the end of each session. Instructor: Deborah Katz.
INSTRUMENT RENTAL
Instrument Rental for students taking the Summer Music Program.
ID# 12-R1 FEE $25
Students, currently enrolled in an Ann Arbor Public School music program and taking Summer Music are eligible to rent an instrument for $25 for the summer. Please get your instrument from your current instrumental teacher. Complete this registration and take your paid receipt to your music teacher. AAPS students who would like to rent an instrument for the SUMMER ONLY, but will not be participating in the Summer Music Program, should enroll in ID# 12-R2. The student must be enrolled in an Ann Arbor Public School music program during the regular school year. For receipt note: Instrument should be turned in on last day of Summer Music Program class, July 26.
Instrument Rental for students renting for the summer only and NOT enrolling in the Summer Music Program.
ID# 12-R2 FEE: $50
Please get your instrument from your current instrumental teacher. Complete this registration and take your paid receipt to your music teacher. AAPS students who would like to rent an instrument and are enrolling in the AAPS Summer Music Program, should enroll in ID# 12-R1. The student must be enrolled in an Ann Arbor Public School music program during the regular school year. For receipt note: Instrument should be returned to your 2011/2012 school year music teacher on the first day of the 2012/2013 school year, 9/4/12.
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