Maine Summer Youth Music Camp at UMaine July 13-August 1
Contact: Media contact: Joe Carr at (207) 581-3571
ORONO — The University of Maine School of Performing Arts is making preparations to host its annual Maine Summer Youth Music Camp. This program provides opportunities for students to participate in a wide variety of instrumental and vocal music activities. An institution at UMaine, this will be the 32nd year for the senior program, and the 23rd for the junior program. This year the camp will be directed by UMaine Music Instructor Joshua Whitehouse.
The program is separated into two different camps. Those entering grades 6-9 in the fall of 2003 will participate in the Junior Camp, which is in session from Sunday, July 13 to Friday, July 18. Those entering grades 9-12 in the fall will participate in the Senior Camp, which begins Sunday, July 20 and ends on Friday, August 1. Most campers will stay in residence hall rooms and eat at the UMaine dining facilities, although commuter campers are welcome.
In each program, campers will participate in either Symphonic Band, Concert Band, or Chorus. Additional ensembles include Jazz Bands, Musical Theatre, and for the Senior campers, Jazz Combo. Campers also have the opportunity to participate in chamber ensembles, music classes, master classes, and piano and guitar instruction. Students in both camps will also attend planned events throughout the week. These include performances by faculty and students, as well as a midweek recreational activity.
Each camp will culminate in performances by the campers. The Junior Camp Jazz and Musical Theatre Performance will be on Friday, July 18 at 2pm, and the Final Concert will be held the same day at 7pm. The Senior Mid-Camp Concert will be Sunday, July 27 at 2:30pm. The Senior Camp will also have a midweek Jazz Night on Wednesday, July 30 at 7:30pm. The Senior Camp will end on Friday, August 1 with a Musical Theatre Performance at 3pm and the Final Concert at 7pm. All concerts will be free and open to the public.
Students are still welcome to register for this summer’s Maine Youth Music Camp. For an application or for more information, contact Pam McManus at (207) 581-4702, or visit the UMaine School of Performing Arts website at http://www.umaine.edu/spa.