June 3 - 29, 2012
2012 Session Dates and Prices
Middle School Band: June 3–9, 2012
$510 residential
$365 day-camper
Private lessons may be purchased for an additional $30
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Description of Camp
The Middle School Band program is designed to accommodate musicians ranging from the most talented and proficient to the less experienced, with a minimum of one year of training on their chosen instrument. It is open to
entering grades 7, 8 or 9. The five concert bands are conducted by outstanding band directors from around the state. This session provides an excellent opportunity for young musicians to improve their individual performance skills. Instruction includes rehearsals, sectionals, master classes, supervised practice, and optional private lessons. Students who have completed the 8th grade may register for Middle School and/or High School Band Camp. Whatever the level of proficiency, all LMC campers will find new challenges and opportunities that will enhance their abilities as musicians.
The camp culminates with a required student performance.
High School Band: June 17–23, 2012
$510 residential
$365 day-camper
Private lessons may be purchased for an additional $30.
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Description of Camp
The High School Band Camp is designed for musicians ranging from the most talented and proficient to the less experienced. It is open to
entering grades 9, 10, 11, or 12. This session features four concert bands each conducted by an outstanding high school director. The program includes sectionals, master classes, elective study, supervised practice, and optional private lessons. Students who have completed the 8th grade may register for High School and/or Middle School Band Camp. Whatever the level of proficiency, all LMC campers find new challenges and opportunities and will advance in their ability.
This camp culminates with a required student performance.
Honors Wind Ensemble (by invitation only): June 17–23, 2012
$215 (residential only—day-camper option not available)
Private lessons are included in the price.
INVITATIONS WILL BE ISSUED IN MID-MARCH
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Description of Camp
The Honors Wind Ensemble is designed for the more advanced students. Membership in the Honors Wind Ensemble is open to invited participants who are
entering grades 10, 11 or 12. In addition to performing in the Honors Wind Ensemble, participants receive individualized instruction and chamber music coaching from our renowned School of Music faculty, as well as opportunities for elective study in the areas of conducting, computer music, piano, musicianship and music theory. The ensemble is under the direction of Professor Jerry Junkin, Director of Bands and Conductor of the Dallas Wind Symphony.
The camp culminates with a required chamber music concert and a full ensemble concert.
High School Harp Solo & Ensemble Workshop: June 10-16, 2012
$560 residential
$390 day-camper
For Members of the 2012 TMEA All-State Ensembles:
$390 residential
$215 day-camper
Private lessons may be purchased for an additional $30.
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Description of Camp
The High School Harp Solo and Ensemble Workshop is open to
entering grades 9, 10, 11 or 12. The program is an exciting week of solo and ensemble experiences exploring classical traditions and improvisational styles. In addition, participants have the opportunity to attend special master classes on a variety of topics including selected orchestral audition excerpts, chamber music, harp maintenance, and career discussions. Delaine Fedson, UT Harp Senior Lecturer, conducts. Whatever the level of proficiency, all LMC campers find new challenges and opportunities and will advance in their ability.
This camp culminates with a required student performance.
High School Choir: June 13-16, 2012
$365 residential
$215 day-camper
For members of the 2012 TMEA All-State Choirs (February 2012 San Antonio):
$165 residential
$90 day-camper
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Description of Camp
The High School Choir Camp is open to choral students who are
entering grades 9, 10, 11, or 12. Intensive study of the upcoming All-State repertoire is the primary focus of this acclaimed program for high school singers. One set of the All-State audition music will be provided to each camper at no additional charge. **Students need not have previously been a member of a TMEA All-State choral ensemble.** Professor James Morrow, Director of Choral Activities, and Professor Suzanne Pence, Professor of Choral Music Education, conduct. Whatever the level of proficiency, all LMC campers find new challenges and opportunities that will enhance their abilities as musicians.
This camp culminates with a required student performance.
Middle School String Orchestra: June 10–16, 2012
$510 residential
$365 day-camper
Private lessons may be purchased for an additional $30.
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Description of Camp
The Middle School String Orchestra Camp is open to
entering grades 7, 8 or 9. The two orchestras are conducted by exemplary specialists in middle school orchestral music. The program includes sectionals, master classes, supervised practice, and optional private lessons. Students who have completed the 8th grade may register for the Middle School or High School String Orchestra Camp. Whatever the level of proficiency, all LMC campers find new challenges and opportunities that will enhance their abilities as musicians.
This camp culminates with a required student performance.
High School Jazz Improvisation: June 24–June 29, 2012
$510 residential
$365 day-camper (Members of the TMEA 2012 All-State Ensembles, the price is $215- residential only)
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Description of Camp
The High School Jazz Improvisation Camp is open to
students entering grades 10-12. Young jazz musicians will have the opportunity to develop and improve their improvisational abilities. Activities include jazz combos, jazz theory, improvisation classes, jazz history, listening, and instrumental master classes. Whatever the level of proficiency, all LMC campers find new challenges and opportunities and will advance their ability.
This camp culminates with a required student performance.
Longhorn Marimba Intensive Workshop: June 24–June 29, 2012
$575 residential
$430 day
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Description of Camp
The Longhorn Marimba Intensive Workshop, hosted by Thomas Burritt, is a week long rigorous exposure to all aspects of marimba performance. Open to advanced high school students
entering grades 11 and 12, all college students, and professional educators, participants will perform for faculty, participate in master-classes, and experience a curriculum developed especially for the emerging artist. Significant time will be allotted for individual practice each day. Participants are required to bring their own practice instrument.
This camp culminates with a required student performance.
Butler Opera Center Young Artists Program: June 4&5, 11&12, 14&15, 18&19, 25&26
Price: TBD
Description of Camp
The Butler Opera Center Young Artist Program is designed to provide advanced vocal training for high school juniors & seniors, and college freshmen & sophomore singers. Our goal is to prepare young singers for voice auditions, admission, and successful integration to nationally recognized music programs. This intensive five-week program meets every Monday to engage students in a variety of classes, lessons, and performance opportunities.
Contact Us
Phone: 512-232-2080
Fax:512-232-3907
www.longhornmusiccamp.org
email:
LMC@www.utexas.edu
Address:
The University of Texas at Austin
Longhorn Music Camp
1 University Station E3100
Austin, TX 78712-0435