The Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra (HMI Orchestra) is a magnificent ensemble comprised of a full orchestra (strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion), plus an additional complement of jazz instruments (saxophones, trombones, trumpets), rhythm section instruments (piano, bass, drums, guitar) and world percussion. Its musicians are called upon to play classical, jazz, Latin, film and world music—and work[…]
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EAMA is a not for profit arts organization committed to fostering and promoting the classical arts. Its mission is to teach, to broaden the interest in the arts, and to present composers and performers of the highest caliber. EAMA offers summer music programs in Composition, Conducting and Chamber Music at the historic Schola Cantorum in[…]
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First-of-its-kind in concept and execution, the Hot Springs Music Festival brings together over 200 international musicians each June in the historic spa resort of Hot Springs National Park. The two groups play “side by side” in orchestral, chamber, solo recital, vocal, choral and chamber opera repertoire. For two weeks, these musicians form a unique community,[…]
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This five-day clinic features renowned conductors Keith Brion, conductor of the new Sousa Band and Colonel Timothy Foley, former conductor of The President’s own United States Marine Band. The host and Director of Bands at ISU is Dr. Roby G. George. Highlights of the symposium will include artistic baton techniques and strategies, advanced rehearsal techniques,[…]
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EAMA is a not for profit arts organization committed to fostering and promoting the classical arts. Its mission is to teach, to broaden the interest in the arts, and to present composers and performers of the highest caliber. EAMA offers summer music programs in Composition, Conducting and Chamber Music at the historic Schola Cantorum in[…]
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Applicants to the composition program are strongly encouraged to attend the full six-week program. Preference may be given to six-week applicants. The Bowdoin International Music Festival’s composition program gives participants access to distinguished composers while affording each participant time to compose in a relaxed environment. The resident composers for 2012 are Derek Bermel (session 1)[…]
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In 1999, the National Arts Centre’s Music Director Pinchas Zukerman founded the Young Artists Programme (YAP) with just 10 students. Over the years, the programme has grown to include the Conductors Programme (CP) directed by Maestro Kenneth Kiesler and the Composers Programme (CMP) directed by NAC Award Composer, Gary Kulesha. Together, they make up what[…]
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The CASMI International Summer Program was conceived as an intensive study in composition in Prague, a city of unique musical history and architectural beauty. During their stay in Prague, the participants are encouraged to compose a piece, review their compositions, and discuss various aspects of the creative compositional process. Admission is open to persons currently[…]
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Founded in 1964 by Artistic Director Lewis Kaplan and the late Robert K. Beckwith, the Bowdoin International Music Festival comprises seven concert series, intensive summer study, and service to the Midcoast Maine community. The Festival takes place for six weeks each summer on the Bowdoin College campus and throughout the Brunswick, Maine area. It is[…]
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Looking to improve on your music or performance skills? Wondering what it would be like to be in the recording studio, act, dance or compose music ? Want to meet new friends and get a feel for what it would be like to be on a college campus? Experience all this and more as part[…]
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