BRASS BAND CAMP
A weeklong introduction in brass instrumental
performance for students aged 8-18 with at least
one year of experience on their preferred instrument
(trumpet/cornet, horn, baritone/euphonium,
trombone, tuba/bass).
August 24-28| 9 am – 4 pm
Tuition: $260 + $15 registration fee
Ages: 8 and up
Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts,
located at 6199 Chebucto Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia,
is a not for profit organization which offers an accessible and
comprehensive program of dance and music instruction
accommodating students of all ages and levels of ability. Our
students receive a quality education designed to inspire a
lifelong interest in the arts, whether for their personal
enjoyment or a professional career.
Faculty: Roderick MacGillivray, guest instructors
The purpose of the camp is to foster and inspire the
education of brass students through the brass instrumental
medium. Prior brass performing experience is welcomed
but not required. The camp will provide both individual
and group instruction (sectionals, master classes, and large
ensemble), culminating in a public performance at the end
of the week. Instruction will be provided by MCPA faculty
and guests and will serve as an opportunity to join the
youth brass program at the Maritime Conservatory
of Performing Arts.
Music
SUMMER 2015
SUMMER VOICE INTENSIVE WORKSHOP
July 27-31, 2015
9:30am-4:30pm, daily
Jennifer Farrell, Nathan Wessel and Lynette Wahlstrom,
instructors
This workshop is intended as a professional development
workshop for singers aged 17-25 years pursuing studies and/
or professional careers in music. Participants will receive
one-on-one vocal coaching, and benefit from group master
classes as well as information sessions on hot topics, such as
anatomy for singers, overcoming performance anxiety, and
how to prepare for auditions. Each student will also receive
a personalized massage therapy session along with information on how to care for their bodies and maintain wellness
throughout their careers in music. The week will conclude
with a public recital. No audition required.
Course fees: $350 per student, plus $15 registration fee.
Participants are responsible for arranging their own room and
board.
Registration deadline: June 26, 2015.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC
MARITIME CONSERVATORY
OF PERFORMING ARTS
Call or visit our website for
information about fall and winter classes in
Music, Dance & Kindermusik
902-423-6995
www.maritimeconservatory.com
Brochure Design by Sharon Cave
Cheryl McCarthy, Dean
6199 CHEBUCTO ROAD,
HALIFAX NS B3L 1K7
423-6995 [email protected]
www.maritimeconservatory.com
CONSERVATORY
SUMMER CAMPS 2015
KINDERMUSIK SPRING ADVENTURE
CLASSES
CELLO CAMP (1-4 pm) July 6-10
MUSICal THEATRE
Elementary Junior
July 6-10
July 13-17
CONTEMPORARY
VOCAL PROGRAM
July 20-14
SUMMER
VOICE INTENSIVE
July 27-31
SUZUKI INSTITUTE
Aug. 10-14
BRASS Band
Aug. 24-28
SUMMER MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY
Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts is proud to
again offer an exciting summer music theatre program.
Two summer workshops for singing actors in Grades
4-12 who are serious about developing and refining their auditioning and performance skills. Both
weeklong workshops will culminate in a variety show
performance which will allow students the opportunity
to combine and apply all of the skills that have been
nurtured during the workshops.
Faculty: Jason Davis, Lucy Hayes Davis, Chris Pelrine
ELEMENTARY COMPANY PLAYERS (5 day
program)
•
Grades 4 - 6
•
July 6 - July 10 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (8:30am drop
off and 4:30pm pick-up avaialble)
•
Tuition: $340 + $15 registration
INCLUDES:
101 - Private Voice Lessons: Three half-hour lessons;
learn about proper use of breath and vocal production
in a nurturing one-to-one setting.
102 - Repertoire Class I: Learn and perform songs in a
wide variety of musical styles with confidence and style.
103 - Music Theatre Chorus I: Exploring group singing
from a wide variety of music theatre repertoire.
104 - Dance/Movement I: Students will learn technique and combinations in Jazz, Swing, Contemporary,
African and Hip-Hop styles.
105 - Story Book Theatre: Building reading and com-
prehension skills for very young actors by reading stories as a
group, and then using role-playing and basic creative drama
exercises to bring these stories to life.
JUNIOR COMPANY PLAYERS (5 day program)
• Grades 7-12
•
July 13 - July 17 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (8:30am drop off and 4:30pm pick-up avaialble)
•
Tuition: $340 + $15 registration
INCLUDES:
201 - Private Voice Lessons: Four half-hour lessons; learn
about proper use of breath and vocal production in a nurturing one-to-one setting.
202 - Repertoire Class II: The interpretation, acting and
delivery of a song.
203 - Music Theatre Chorus II: Group singing from a wide
variety of SAT and SATB music theatre repertoire.
204 - Dance/Movement II: (See description in 104)
205 - Acting & Improv I: Includes theatre games, improvisation, acting and creative drama activities.
Grades 7-12
9am-4pm
July 20-24, 2015
Tuition: $280 + $15 registration
Five-Day Program Includes: Learning technique
for singing in a popular style, vocal masterclasses,
AUGUST 10-14TH, 2015
The NS Summer Suzuki Institute is a camp that
provides an intensive musical experience for families
with children who currently study violin through
the Suzuki Method. In Halifax, our SAA-approved
Institute, offers activities for students and their parents
for a one-week session. Families enjoy attending this
institute together and they participate in a wide range
of musical and enrichment activities.
Our Institute offerings include masterclasses, group
classes, and recitals as well as enrichment courses that
include a gaelic song choir, theory, composition,
weaving/crafts, highland dance, celtic fiddling and step
dance. Parents attend classes with their children. Free
lectures and discussion groups for parents, social events
such as a "family fun fair picnic", noon hour activities
and a big "family Cape Breton square set dance/ceilidh"
on the last night.
CELLO CAMP
Cello camp offers a week of cello fun for beginners who
have had a few lessons through the intermediate level. This
half-day camp will include group lessons, cello choir, small
cello ensembles, music theory and ear training. Find new
cello friends as you get comfortable in the bass clef (and
even the tenor)!
SUMMER CONTEMPORARY VOCAL PROGRAM
The MCPA’s Contemporary Vocal Program is
perfect for young singers wishing to develop vocal
strength, technique and style. This annual program
helps singers build performance confidence while
finding their own unique voice.
NS SUMMER SUZUKI INSTITUTE
instruction on topics including style, songwriting,
vocal health, microphone technique, stage presence
and performance confidence, singing in harmony
with others as well as solo performance. Genres
covered include but are not limited to pop, jazz,
folk, indie rock and R&B. In addition to group vocal
instruction from Zoe Leger, singers will also receive
three 30 minute private voice lessons from some of
the MCPA's accomplished voice faculty members
and two Yoga for Singers workshops with a certified
Hatha Vinyasa yoga instructor.
Ages: 6-14
July 6-10 1 – 4 pm
(option of supervision
until 4:30 pm)
Tuition: $150 +
$15 registration fee
NB: Students have the option of combining this camp
with the Dance Camp running from 9:00am-noon the
same week ( July7-11). This combination will make up a
full day of instruction (lunchtime supervision included).
Families coming from out of province or from the
USA can make a vacation out their week by enjoying
the many sightseeing activities Nova Scotia and
nearby Prince Edward Island have to offer. Contact
[email protected] for information.
Tuition before June 28th:
Pre Twinklers - (half day) Book 1 - 5 students $380
$180
Second sibling $370
Third plus sibling $360
Registration Fee $30 (after June 28th add $30)
KINDERMUSIK
Our Time (Zoo Train)
(Ages 18 months to 3 1/2
years)
Mondays 9:30 SB
May 11, 25, June 1, 8, 15
Thursdays 9:30 AJ
May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11
Saturdays 9:00 MB
May 9, 23, 30, June 6, 13,
Imagine That! (On the
Road)
(Ages 3 to 5 years)
Mondays 10:30 SB
May 11, 25, June 1, 8, 15
Wednesdays 10:30 AJ
May 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10
Saturdays 11:00 MB
May 9, 23, 30 June 6, 13
Family Time (Zoo Train)
(Ages 0 to 5 years)
Wednesdays 9:30 AJ
May 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10
Saturdays 10:00 MB
May 9, 23, 30 June 6, 13
Village
(Peekaboo "I love You")
(Ages Birth to 18 months)
Mondays 1:30 MB
May 11, 25, June 1, 8, 15
Saturdays 1:30 MB
May 9, 23, 30, June 6, 13