Explore Music with SEMYO this Summer
SEMYO will once again partner with Rochester Community Education to offer a variety of summer music camps for students who play string, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. No previous membership in SEMYO is required. Please scroll down for descriptions and links to registration for each camp. Camps will take place between June 15-19 and July 13-17.
For questions contact camp@semyo.org or call 507-282-1718. All camps take place at Century High School – 2525 Viola Rd NE, Rochester.
The cost for each camp is $130 for the week. If financial assistance is needed to participate families may apply for a scholarship.
For all camps music will be sent via e-mail prior to the start and there will be a short performance on the last day.
Session 1 - June 15-19
Fiddle Strings Camp (Gr. 7 & Up)
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Discover and learn the art of fiddle music while performing a variety of musical styles. The camp is open to violin, viola, cello, and bass students with at least 2 years of playing experience. Students will receive instruction on fiddle technique and musical style while playing together as an ensemble. The class is taught by Zack Kline who is a well know instructor and performer in the twin cities and a member of The Orange Mighty Trio.
Playing level: For students with at least two years middle school playing or Suzuki book level 3. Students in grades 4-6 may participate with special permission (contact Corey Henke at chenke@semyo.org).
Click here to register
Middle School Jazz Band Camp (Gr. 7-9)
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Learn jazz style, technique, and improvisation while rehearsing and performing in a jazz band. The camp is open to students starting grades 7-9 in the fall with at least one year playing experience on any band instrument. Students with experience on piano, bass, or guitar are also invited to register. Levi Kimmet, band director at Lakeview Area Public Schools, will return as the instructor.
Click here to register
High School Jazz Band Camp (Gr. 10 & Up)
Time: 1 p.m. to to 4 p.m.
Learn jazz style, technique, and improvisation while rehearsing and performing in a jazz band. The camp is open to students going into grades 10-12 or who have four or more years experience on any band instrument. Students with experience on piano, bass, or guitar also invited to register. Levi Kimmet, band director at Lakeview Area Public Schools, will return as the instructor.
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Session 2 - July 13-17
Prelude Strings Orchestra Camp (Gr. 5-9)
Students who play violin, viola, cello, and bass are invited to participate in a string orchestra camp. Students will learn basic ensemble playing skills while rehearsing and performing in a string orchestra. Violinist and conductor James Buchan will teach the camp. Mr. Buchan has 30 years of conducting and teaching experience and was formerly a member of the New World Symphony and Hong Kong Philharmonic. Sheet music will be sent via e-mail before the camp starts. Playing level: For students with at least one-year middle school playing experience or Suzuki book level 3
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Summer Band Camp (For Middle & High School Students)
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
We are seeking enthusiastic band students for a fun and challenging ensemble experience. Students will have the opportunity to improve on their instruments, learn ensemble-playing skills, and prepare a variety of band music for a final concert. Experienced band teacher Ryan Anderson is the instructor for band camp. Mr. Anderson is the director of bands at Dover-Eyota public schools, where his program has been honored several times by the Grammy Foundation for Excellence in Music Education.
Playing level: For middle and high school students with at least two years playing experience.
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Symphonic Strings Camp (Gr. 8-12)
Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Experienced student musicians who play violin, viola, cello, and bass are invited to participate in string orchestra camp. Students will learn advanced instrument and ensemble technique while preparing original masterworks for string orchestra. Violinist and conductor James Buchan will teach the camp. Mr. Buchan has thirty years of conducting and teaching experience and was formerly a member of the New World Symphony and Hong Kong Philharmonic. There will be a public performance at a local senior center on the last day of camp.
