Attention students who will be in 10th - 12th grade in Fall, 2008...
Come and be a Hilltopper at Western Kentucky University and work with Dr. John Cipolla in a fun and challenging two–day clarinet workshop. This is a great experience for those of you are considering majoring in music in college or who simply love to play your instrument and want to jump start your summer practicing!
This exciting weekend will culminate in a concert that your parents and friends can attend. Dr. Cipolla has worked in New York City as a clarinetist and saxophonist for over 20 years. He has performed with an eclectic array of artists and ensembles and is an engaging teacher and performer.
Topics covered will be:
- breathing
- tone development
- articulation
- reed adjustment
- practicing
- music theory basics
- sight reading
- blending and tuning in an ensemble
- audition tips
- improvisation
Registration Dates and Cost
- Early Registration Deadline: April 18, 2008 ($175)
- Regular Registration Deadline: May 1, 2008 ($195)
Late applications will be accepted on the basis of available space.
Camp Location
The Camp will be held at the Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center (Campus Map).
Housing, Meals, Supervision, & Policy Information
Campers will be housed in air–conditioned residence halls and will eat all meals except the opening night pizza party in the University dining hall. Campers must bring their own toiletries, sheets, towels, and pillow from home. Camp students will be housed on a two per room basis and they may choose a roommate who is also attending camp. Each student who does not come with a roommate will be paired with someone close to his/her age.
Meals will be provided and will begin with dinner on Thursday and end with lunch on Saturday. Meals will be served in the Downing University Center which offers a cafeteria-style service that allows campers to eat as much food as they wish at every meal with a wide variety of choices.
While staying in the residence halls, all camp students will be under the careful supervision of the Music Camp Staff.
University Residence Hall Policies
Cancellations and Refunds
You may cancel your registration for the Topper Clarinet Weekend and receive a refund less a $45.00 processing fee if the request is made two weeks prior to the first day of the camp. No money will be refunded after the two week deadline. Students arriving late for camp or leaving early are not eligible for any monetary compensation.
Directions
• Directions to the Camp Check–in (Downing University Center)
• Directions to the Saturday Recital (Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center)
Contact Information
• For administrative questions, band directors and/or students should contact cont.ed@wku.edu or call (270) 745-1910.
• For detailed camp questions or technical questions, band directors and/or students should contact Dr. John Cipolla.