From ensembles to solo opportunities, technique classes to symphony orchestra, at Lake Field Music instrumentalists of all ages and skill levels can reach new heights.
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Whether you're a beginner or an experienced amateur instrumentalist ... whether you play brass, woodwinds, keyboard or strings, at Lake Field Music you can put together an exciting program that combines skill development with ensemble and solo work. Classes described below were offered in 2011. Stay tuned for our 2012 program. |
In Jazz Week, focus on developing skills like rhythm and improvizing, and play a small jazz combo or the New Orleans Funk Band, lead by Paul Neufeld and his sousaphone. In week-long workshops, accomplished professionals like renowned jazz guitarist and Field Music Artistic Director Michael Occhipinti and trumpeter Kevin Turcotte will guide you through the styles and repertoire in exciting and fun-filled sessions.
In Classical Week there are ensembles of all sizes. Sign up for a small chamber group or play in the full orchestra, lead by the multi-talented Gerard Yun. Uncover your best sound in technique class, and take what you've learned to other workshops.
Here's a list of classes offered - you can sign up once you register:
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Beginners In Jazz Week, start the morning with Choir for All, followed by Hand Drumming, Music of India, or Learn Guitar. In the afternoon, there's Rhythm for All, Listen to This! and Learn to Read & Ear Training. Or choose something completely different and surprise yourself with Jazz Choir (Beginner) or Musical Theatre. In Classical Week, the morning begins with Choir for All, followed by Intro to Chamber Groups. In the afternoon, learn World Woodwinds or Afro-Brazilian Drumming, or try Musical Theatre. For a complete list of classes for beginners in each week, click a link below: |
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Intermediate/Advanced In Jazz Week, the day starts with Choir for All, followed by Rhythm Section Skills and Woodwind Ensemble or Brass Technique. Each afternoon, choose one of our Jazz Combos, a Klezmer Group or Indo-Jazz Ensemble. In Classical Week, the morning is filled with Choir for All, followed by technique/ensemble classes in brass, woodwinds or strings. In the afternoon, learn to play World Woodwinds, advance your skills in Mastering Ornamentation in Baroque and Classical Music, and Early Music Repertore, or participate in the Orchestra or Concert Band. For a complete list of classes for intermediate/advanced instrumentalists in each week, click a link below: Week 1 Intermediate/Advanced Classes |
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