2013 Summer Music Program
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Music Program is open to all levels of instrumental music students, grades 6-12 in Washtenaw County.
Dates: Class dates vary, between June 24 - July 25, 2013 with July 4th off!
Classes meet 4 days per week (Monday - Thursday)
(Class dates and times vary, see class descriptions!)
Locations: 2 Sites: Huron High School (2727 Fuller Road), and Scarlett Middle School (3300 Lorraine)
Fee: Early Bird: $175; after 6/15: $185.
*Multiple class and family discounts available!
(All fees due by June 28th)
*If your child enrolls in a second class, or if you have multiple children registering for classes, there is a $25 discount per class, in addition to Early Bird discounts, if applicable.
Make checks payable to: AAPS Music Dept.; memo: Student Name and Summer Session #
Deliver to:
AAPS Music Dept.
2555 S.State Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Questions: Contact Frederick Smith: Program Facilitator at 734-994-2017 x35419, or email smithf@aaps.k12.mi.us
Class Offerings and Descriptions:
**Jazz Classes**
Please note: This year you will notice that the summer jazz format has been modified slightly. Each class will now have a "skill building section" (sectionals, instrument fundamentals, scales, improvisation, etc.) attached in order to provide better instruction. This section is also an opportunity for students to have more individualized instruction and a place to discuss important musical issues as they continue their development. We're hoping that the new times will help with logistics in terms of pickup and drop off. We will end our camp with an exciting concert at one of the area's top venues and/or festivals. |
Jazz Band I : 6/24 - 7/11 (3 weeks, 2 hr. class)
ID# 13-J1 Huron H.S. @ 9:45 AM – 11:35 AM, June 24 - July 11
(Note: 3 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-8. The time will be divided as follows: 9:45-10:35 Intermediate Jazz Band Skills Section, and 10:45-11:35 Intermediate Jazz Band Ensemble Section, where students have fun learning improvisational skills while playing selections from Jazz legends like Count Basie, Duke Ellington and many others. Students also learn the important fundamentals of playing music in a Big Band setting. All instruments and all levels are encouraged to join. Instructor: Sean Dobbins (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
All City Percussion Drumline: 6/24 - 7/11 (3 weeks, 2 hr. class)
ID# 13-D1 Huron H.S. @ 12:00 - 2:00 PM, June 24 - July 11
(Note: 3 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-10. This is an opportunity for the percussion section to "Be the Stars." Students will learn a variety of marching percussion instruments, fundamentals, rudiments and technique in a marching band style. Group may also perform an end of summer concert, TBA. Beginners to advanced students are encouraged to participate. Instructor: Sean Dobbins, Camdon Ferris (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
All City Jazz Combo: 6/24 - 7/11 (3 weeks, 2 hr. class)
ID# 13-J2 Huron H.S. @ 11:45 - 1:35 PM, June 24 - July 11
(Note: 3 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-8. Young Lion Combo for students wanting to learn the essentials of small Jazz combo playing and simple improvisational skills. Requirements: A minimum of one year of instruction and knowledge of at least two major scales.
Grades 9-12. will establish 3 to 4 Combos requiring at least 3 years of instruction and 5 scales.
Combos will be divided as follows: 11:45-12:35 Combo Skill Hour, and 12:45- 1:35 Combo Ensemble Hour, where students learn important elements of Jazz in a small group setting while learning music of Miles Davis, Art Blakey and other Jazz Legends. Students in combos will be encouraged to choose and compose their own music. A select group will perform at the Ann Arbor Art Fair or Jazz Club, TBA. Students who enroll in combo class are encouraged, but not required to be in one of the Big Bands. All levels welcome. Instructor: Sean Dobbins (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
All City Jazz Big Band: 6/24 - 7/11 (3 weeks, 2 hr. class)
ID# 13-J3 Huron H.S. @ 1:45 - 3:35 PM, June 24 - July 11
(Note: 3 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 9-12. This class runs 3 compacted weeks leading to the goal of performing at a Jazz Club, TBA. Students enjoy learning Jazz, Funk, and Latin music. There will be an emphasis on improvisation in a Big Band setting. A famous jazz artist clinician will be a guest presenter, TBA. Advanced level students on all instruments are encouraged to participate. Instructor: Sean Dobbins (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Intermediate Band: 6/24 - 7/18 (4 weeks, 1 hr. 45 min. class)
ID# 13-B1H Huron H.S. @ 8:00 – 9:45 AM, June 24 - July 18
(Note: 4 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-8. This class is open to any student who has had one year of playing experience. You will build on the basic fundamentals and be introduced to new and exciting techniques. Enjoy the fun easy-going atmosphere with no pressure and no grades. Easy to moderately difficult music will be played. Instructors: Craig Beery (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Advanced Band: 6/24 - 7/18 (4 weeks, 1 hr. 45 min. class)
ID#: 13-B2H Huron H.S. @ 10:00 – 11:45 AM, June 24 - July 18
(Note: 4 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-9. Open to any student who has had two or more years of playing experience. You’ll build on the basic fundamentals while introducing more advanced techniques of playing. Enjoy the fun easy-going atmosphere with no pressure and no grades. You will be playing lots of sheet music. Instructors: Craig Beery (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
New Beginning Wind and Percussion Class: 6/24 - 7/18 (4 weeks, 1 hr. 45 min. class)
ID# 13-N1 Huron H.S. @ 12:00 – 1:45 PM, June 24 - July 18
(Note: 4 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-7. This class is open to any student who 1) has never played a wind or percussion instrument and would like to learn; 2) is learning a secondary instrument, such as oboe, bassoon, bass clarinet, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, or tuba or 3) wants to play a different instrument than the one they learned last year. (Limited rentals available, check with music teacher.) Learn the fundamentals of playing an instrument including note reading, fingerings, embouchure, proper handling, correct posture and much, much more! You’ll enjoy the fun easy-going atmosphere with no pressure and no grades. Instructor: Craig Beery (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Scarlett Summer Band Music Academy: 7/8- 7/25 (3 weeks, 2 hr. class)
ID# 13-MAS Scarlett @ 9:00 -11:00 AM, July 8 - 25
(Note: 3 weeks, Mondays -Thursdays!)
Grades 6-8. This class is open to any middle school student who is interested in improving their wind/percussion playing skills or learning a new wind/percussion instrument. Students will divide their time between ensemble rehearsal, instrumental technique class from a specialist on the student's instrument, and individualized theory training. The atmosphere will be relaxed but purposeful and students should expect to develop new skills that will help them be well prepared for their middle school bands in the fall. A small snack will be provided at the end of each session. Instructor: Deborah Katz, AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Intermediate Orchestra at Huron H.S. (5 weeks, 1 hr. class)
ID# 13-S1H Huron H.S. @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM, June 24 - July 25
(Note: 5 weeks, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-7. Open to string players entering 6th grade with 1 year of experience. A great way to keep up the skills you learned in your first year of instruction. Learn fun, new songs and hear the sounds of a string orchestra in harmony! Instructor: Ann Savaglio (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Advanced String Orchestra at Huron H.S. (5 weeks, 1 hr. class)
ID# 13-S2H Huron H.S. @ 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM, June 24 - July 25
(Note: 5 weeks, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-9. For string players with two or more years of experience. You will play music from a variety of styles and composers as well as work on more advanced string techniques, such as vibrato and shifting. Instructor: Ann Savaglio (Huron), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Intermediate Orchestra at Scarlett (4 weeks, 1 hr. 45 min. class)
ID# 13-S1S Scarlett @ 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM, June 24 - July 18
(Note: 4 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-7. Open to string players entering 6th grade with 1 year of experience. A great way to keep up the skills you learned in your first year of instruction. Learn fun, new songs and hear the sounds of a string orchestra in harmony! Instructor: Timario Wilkins (Scarlett), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
Advanced String Orchestra at Scarlett (4 weeks, 1 hr. 45 min. class)
ID# 13-S2S Scarlett @ 11:00 AM – 12:45 PM, June 24 - July 18
(Note: 4 weeks only, Monday - Thursday!)
Grades 6-9. For string players with two or more years of experience. You will play music from a variety of styles and composers as well as work on more advanced string techniques, such as vibrato and shifting. Instructor: Timario Wilkins (Scarlett), AAPS Summer Music Staff.
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INSTRUMENT RENTAL
Instrument Rental for students taking the Summer Music Program.
ID# 13-R1 FEE $25
Students, currently enrolled in an Ann Arbor Public School music program and taking Summer Music are eligible to rent an instrument for $25 for the summer if available. Please get your instrument from your current instrumental teacher before the close of school. Complete a Summer Music registration and take your check or copy of your check to your music teacher. AAPS students who would like to rent an instrument for the SUMMER ONLY, but not participating in the Summer Music Program, should enroll in ID# 13-R2. Eligibility: A student must be enrolled in an Ann Arbor Public School music program during the regular school year. Instrument should be returned to Summer Music teacher or make arrangements to return it to school of origin by first day of school 9/3/13.
Instrument Rental for students renting for the summer only and NOT enrolling in the Summer Music Program.
ID# 13-R2 FEE: $50
Please get your instrument from your current instrumental teacher. Complete a Summer Music registration and take your check or copy of your check to your music teacher. AAPS students who would like to rent an instrument and are enrolling in the AAPS Summer Music Program, should enroll in ID# 13-R1. Eligibility: A student must be enrolled in an Ann Arbor Public School music program during the regular school year. Instrument should be returned to the school of origin on the first day of the school year, 9/3/13.
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** Limited scholarships are available to AAPS students only with proof of income and/or shows need from other programs ie. Rec. and Ed. To apply please contact Frederick Smith, facilitator.
