I'm interested in summer music camps of no more than two weeks in duration and situated in the U.S. They should be classical (vs Jazz) and should focus on the development of technique and repretoire. I am interested in both bass only and orchestral programs but the orchestral programs should also feature strong bass faculty.

I'm interested in summer music camps of no more than two weeks in duration and situated in the U.S. They should be classical (vs Jazz) and should focus on the development of technique and repretoire. I am interested in both bass only and orchestral programs but the orchestral programs should also feature strong bass faculty.
well it might be mighty hard to find a 2 week camp like that. Some camps that i have been to are interlochen's camp. Interlochen is the most intense boarding school in the country ( according to the juliard's head of addmisions, apperently interlochens where they get 50% of there class...) and its for four or 8 weeks. Brevard is another great one, but it is seven weeks. You are ganna have a lot of trouble finding a 2 week camp, but good luck. Happy trails
pete

You could go to the UNT Music School website and check out Jeff Bradetich and Lynn Seaton's summer programs. These guys are awesome, and if I didn't let myself get roped into a musical production that extends through those dates that's where I'd be registering for a summer ass-kicking.

Jeff Bradetich and Lynn Seaton are awesome bassists. Jeff uses the French bow, but has no fear whatsoever in helping German bow players get better if that's what you use too.

Man, it's cool to be a native Texan and get to learn from people like David Neubert, Jeff Bradetich, Lynn Seaton, and Paul Ellison. Yee haw.

You might want to consider the American School of Double Bass (http://www.asodb.com) Summer Music Retreat. It's not two weeks but it's the sort of thing you're looking for.

Thanks for the suggestions. We seriously considered the UNT camp w/ Jeff Bradetich and Lyn Seaton but unfortunately the camp ends before school does. I've heard terrific things about both teachers.

Slava Publishing (George Vance) usually does a camp in Maryland in August. Rabbath has been there for the past few years.

You should also check out the Golden Gate Bass Camp.

[[You should also check out the Golden Gate Bass Camp.

Do you have more details on it?

Volkan Orhon is at Kinhaven in Weston Vt. I'm sure they have a website. Volkan is at Volkanbass.com

Thanks.

Golden Gate Bass Camp (http://www.innergameofmusic.com/basscamp/basscamp.html)



Mon July 11-Sun July 17, 2005
at Holy Names University, Oakland CA


with Diana Gannett, David Murray, Sandor Ostlund, Kristin Korb, Barry Green,
John Clayton, David Young, John Kennedy, Dustin Williams, Richard Duke,
Ed Williams, Pat Klobas, Alan Scofield, and others TBA

BUTI Double Bass Workshop w/ Todd Seeber (BSO)

its amazing

Mark Morton is at the Symphony Orchestra Academy of the Pacific -- looks pretty interesting:

http://www.soap-powellriver.ca/

Tanglewood doesn't cut it anymore ?

My original post was to find camps for my son for the summer of 2004. He graduates this year so he probably won't be doing any camps this summer. But thanks for all the suggestions.

Tanglewood doesn't cut it anymore?....are you high?

Golden Gate Bass Camp (http://www.innergameofmusic.com/basscamp/basscamp.html)

Mon July 11-Sun July 17, 2005
at Holy Names University, Oakland CA


Ages 11-22. Dammit, I knew I shoulda started at a younger age!!! John Clayton is the featured clinician. :bawl:

Two week intensive program out in the mountains outside of Los Angeles. Charles de Ramus is the coach there and I've heard great things. Dennis Trembly usually gives a masterclass every year too, I believe
You prepare a concert over the two week period and then perform it at Disney Hall at the end. This past year they just did Pictures at an exhibition, Overture to la forza del destino, and the symphonic dances to west side story.
I know it's pretty late now, but it's a great two week program.

Is this program open to the age-gifted (adult and senior musicians), or do only young people participate?

It sounds like an interesting program.

Generally it is a younger crowd (high-school- late 20's) but there's a local guy that plays in the bass section and he's in his 50's, and I believe there are some older musicians throughout the orchestra.
go to idyllwildarts.org for more info.

There's a festival in brym mawr PA calles Strings international. It runs for two weeks in july and features some philly orch people. The orchestral program is alright, but the guy who teaches bass is a real no-name. I tmight be...hank....henry...Harold. Harold Robinson. I went last summer and learned a lot. I highly reccomend it, esp for a short festival.

Is this a youth-oriented program, or do old fogies also attend?

Is this a youth-oriented program, or do old fogies also attend?

The Program is mostly highschool kids as well as a college level that is smaller and focuses on preparation for orchestral auditions.

For someone in your age group I'd say to go to Aspen, where you'll find a lot of people with professional experience. This summer Don Liuzzi, philly orch principal timpani was there as a conducting student.

I think as far as summer study for adults, aspen and T-wood are your best bets.

My sense is that Aspen and Tanglewood are suited for players who are either professionals or very close to beginning serious professional careers. Again, without having been there, my sense is that they are not well suited for serious avocational players who nonetheless aren't looking ever to play professionally.

Comments? Observations? Suggestions about where the dedicated avocational player might go for a serious summer orchestra experience?

Suggestions about where the dedicated avocational player might go for a serious summer orchestra experience?

I would suggest you look into the ASODB Summer Retreat. It's a week long camp held at Capital University held in Columbus, OH. Ages ranged from 11 to at least 37 this year, I don't if I was the oldest or not. It's geared for all levels of playing, just so long as you're interested in becoming a better bass player.

You don't play in full orchestra setting, but there are daily sessions on orchestral excepts, evening master classes, chamber music playing, and recital at the end of the week.

--Brett

Just join ISB and you'll get plenty of brochures on summer classes that almost welcome you personally with a hand sticking out for you to shake LOL

Seriously, unless the summer program description hints or explicitly requires some sort of skill level for participants (or age restriction) I doubt any of these programs will turn you down if you show them the cash. The most common instructor profile is a great player who also loves music and has no fear when it comes to helping others who love music too and want to become the best they can be regardless of level or age.

Arrowbear (near Idyllwild) was a lot of fun and a lot less expensive than Idyllwild. The instructors were very good. The concert wasn't at the Disney Hall, but at the camp, outside under the trees. Really enjoyable. Depends on what you're looking for. Longevity counts for a lot! The kids love it, and many eventually return as counselors. Ithink I heard Arrowbear has been in existence for 50 years. There is opportunity for both orchestra and band, and the size depends on which instruments sign up. No auditions (unlike Idyllwild), but sign up early if you want to get in!
There are middle school sessions and high school sessions (some 10 days long, some two week long, maybe a month, I'm not sure), some with college age counselors (sorry for the oldsters, but I'm sure they'd be willing to consider you!!!!!!!!!!!!!)