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Description
Dive into the vibrant world of brass music at Brass Camp, a week-long camp designed for brass players of all skill levels and instruments, including trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium (baritone), and tuba. This immersive experience celebrates the power and versatility of brass ensemble music, fostering skill development, collaboration, and musical expression.Camp highlights include:
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Ensemble Rehearsals – Collaborate with fellow brass musicians, preparing to premiere a brand-new piece written especially for the ensemble members' unique abilities.
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Skill Building – Enhance techniques like tone production, rhythm, and intonation through a new composition meticulously tailored to the ensemble's beginner*, intermediate, and advanced players.
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Music Interpretation – Explore the structure and emotion of music as the camp's conductor/composer joins you in bringing his new composition to life.
- End-of-Camp Performance – Showcase your progress for friends and family during Friday's climactic world premiere performance!
Whether you’re a beginning* brass player or honing your ensemble skills, Brass Camp offers a supportive and energetic environment to grow as a musician. Join us for a week of discovery, camaraderie, and unforgettable music!
*Minimum one school year of ensemble experience or lessons required. Minimum age of 10 (exceptions possible).
Other Course Category
Wind/Brass/Percussion
Skills
Trumpet/Cornet
Trombone
Tuba
French Horn
Baritone/Euphonium
Program | Camps
Location
Antonello Hall at MacPhail Center for Music - Mpls
Instructor
Karl Wiederwohl
Map & Direction
MacPhail Center for Music - Mpls
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501 South 2nd Street
Minneapolis, MN
55401
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