“Madeline Island was an experience like no other. The amount of camaraderie built between the students, the faculty, and the staff … an incredibly valuable and precious learning experience that I will cherish.”
—Seminar for Advanced Winds Chamber Music student
For Collegiate Undergraduate and Graduate Woodwind and Horn Players
June 14-20, 2020
- Intensive study and performance
- Daily technique classes, coachings and private lessons
- All aspects of the program designed to develop individual artistry
The Seminar for Advanced Wind Chamber Music is a program designed to advance all aspects of music making, primarily through the study, rehearsal, and performance of the wind quintet repertoire. In addition to daily technique classes, coachings, and private lessons given by the dynamic members of the Prairie Winds, the curriculum includes innovative instrument-free sessions that heighten listening skills, rhythm, intonation, and musicality. Seminars about topics such as peak performance, communication, and audition preparation are presented in unique formats utilizing theater improvisation techniques, games, and role play. All aspects of the program are designed to help students discover new creative ideas for developing their individual artistry. Above all, the faculty strives to provide a healthy learning environment which fosters a cordial and respectful relationship between all participants.
Faculty
| Sample Daily Schedule Includes 1 hour Short Topic activity with quintet group (singing, acting, harmony, rhythm) or individual lesson, 1 and a half hours of Coached Ensemble rehearsal with the Prairie Winds, and rotating Masterclasses through out the week |
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| 8:00-9:00 am | Breakfast |
| 9:00-10:00 am | Techniques Class |
| 10:00-11:00 am | Short Topic/Private Lesson |
| 11:00 am-12:30 pm | Coached Ensemble Rehearsal |
| 12:30-1:15 pm | Lunch |
| 1:30-3:15 pm | Quintet Rehearsal |
| 3:30-5:50 pm | Masterclass/Workshop |
| 6:00-7:00 pm | Dinner |
| 7:00 pm | Evening Event/Free Time |
