Brass Institute with Washington Symphonic Brass
August 5 - August 8, 2012 (full day)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Join the Washington Symphonic Brass (GMU's Ensemble-In-Residence) and guest artists for an intensive 4-day Summer Brass Workshop featuring some of the finest performers and artist-teachers on the East Coast. Martin Hackleman (principal horn, National Symphony Orchestra, formerly Canadian Brass), Andrew Hitz, (tuba with the Boston Brass), and Phil Snedecor (founder of WSB, formerly Baltimore Symphony) lead the distinguished line-up of professionals, including members of The U.S. Marine and U.S. Army Bands, who will provide you with new perspective and motivation on your instrument. We invite experienced and enthusiastic brass players (rising 11th grade high school through college age) to participate in this intensive experience of symphonic brass and chamber music.
2012 Tuition:
- $395 Click here for all fee options and to register for this program.
- Play side-by-side with WSB members in rehearsals
- Delve in-depth into orchestral literature in master classes
- Study privately (if desired) with world-class Mason faculty to acquire a more personalized roadmap for musical improvement and success
- Study with nationally renowned professionals in our nation's capital who not only know their instruments, but the entrepreneurial and business side of the music profession as well
What you will gain from this program:
- Unparalled opportunity to work directly with members of the Washington Symphonic Brass
- Enjoy increased confidence in your playing as you hone your rehearsal skills and expand your repertoire
- Explore your own personal musical roadmap to success
Faculty/Instructors
Daily Schedule
How To Get Here
PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Phil Snedecor, pstpt2@comcast.net
Why choose MASON?
Join one of our outstanding summer programs and become a part of our acclaimed Mason arts community. Whether you are a teacher, student or child, you will find professionally staffed programs that enrich and inspire- all within the respected Mason setting. Our excellent faculty, world class guest artists, and brand new facilities make Mason the place to be this summer!
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