Music for You
Summer School 2012
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Information for students
Daily Timetable
Details of each course will be given to students on arrival. An additional information pack will be given to each participant on arrival. Please note that the course itinerary is at the discretion of the individual course directors.Accommodation
Accommodation consists of single room en suites and there is a choice of quiet lodges or a larger accommodation block for those wanting to stay up late. There is access to a lounge and kitchen area next to the accommodation where you are welcome to socialise with other musicians. The rooms are recently decorated and are located in a quiet locality. Please ask if you require more information. There is free internet access and CCTV in all accommodation. The quiet locality of the accommodation gives participants the perfect opportunity to relax in-between rehearsals in the beautiful grounds of Shuttleworth College.Twin rooms can be provided on request. We have had an increase in interest from family members and The Mansion House can offer limited availability of en suite rooms. Please contact us for further information.
Please remember to bring towels. Bed linen is provided.
Non Residential Accommodation
For information regarding local accommodation please call Bridgewater Tourist Information on 01234 221712. There is a selection of B&B accommodation and self catering properties and hotels close to the summer school.Bar
This year the bar will have extended opening hours! The social calendar is an important part of the week and we have the added bonus of evening performances from members of the jazz course. All course participants must be over the age of 18. ID will be required. There will be late night extensions.Social Events
Social events for the 2012 Summer School will be updated on the website soon. Invited musicians and tutors will perform during the week and further information will be given on arrival. All performances are free to course participants.The Conductors Course
The repertoire list for the 2012 course will be listed on the Conductors web page in early 2012. It is expected that conductors will but and prepare at least one work on the list. The list has been chosen by Laszlo Marosi and Guy Woolfenden and include works from beginner to advanced conducting levels. All scores can be purchased online or at any good music shop and we have listed the publisher to assist you. Please also bring a score and parts of your choice which can be performed by musicians during the week. The scores must be suitable for wind band or smaller chamber music ensembles for either: woodwind, brass, or percussion. Please feel welcome to bring a variety of your own compositions for ad hoc performances. Jazz musicians may also be available to you throughout the week Students are also required to bring a camcorder videotape if they wish to analyse their conducting. This is highly recommended. All participants must bring their principal instrument and doubling instrument if applicable.Wind Band Course
Students that wish to apply to be principals of sections need to inform us on the registration form and must attend on Saturday 8th August for an audition. Music for You Course Directors will seat all other musicians. Students are asked to bring all doubling instruments where applicable.Concert Dress
All students are required to be smart for performances. The Symphonic Wind Band will be required to wear all black. The Intermediate and Beginners will be asked to wear a coloured shirt and black trousers/skirts. The jazz course participants are asked to wear something colourful and distinctive! Conductors and singers must also wear a suitable dress, suit or DJ.Music Stands
We would appreciate if course participants could bring one or more music stands.Course T shirts will be available to purchase during summer school week.