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The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Delaware Orchestral & Chamber Music Institute Summer

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A comprehensive camp focused on orchestral and chamber music for advanced/intermediate string, woodwind, brass, and percussion students. Participate in orchestra rehearsals, sectionals, instrumental and conducting masterclasses, chamber music sessions, movement sessions, and special presentations by professional guest artists and ensembles. A placement audition is required for participation. (DYSO members are…

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Piano Institute

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For advancing pianists ages 10–18. Improve your performance skills by working with guest artists and faculty on solo and duet/duo piano repertoire in private/group lessons and master classes. Described as “dazzling” and “scintillating,” lauded for her performances filled with “drama and energy,” guest artist Emiko Edwards will perform a solo…

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Beginner Guitar Summer

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A fun and lively group class covering proper hand positions, simple melodies, and basic chords.

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Beginner Violin Summer

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Get your start on the violin in a nurturing and supportive group environment. This is a great introduction to such a wonderful orchestral, band, and solo instrument.

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Essentials of Jazz Improvisation for Strings Summer

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An interactive class on basic improvisation melodies and rhythms used in jazz violin, viola, and cello improvisation. Explore basic rhythms in various time signatures, focusing on swing tunes and examining improvisations from famous jazz violinists Stephane Grappelli and Regina Carter. Written improvisations will be handed out at each rehearsal. Improvisation…

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Essentials of Scat Singing Summer

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An interactive class on basic scat syllables and rhythms used in vocal improvisations. Explore basic syllables in various time signatures, focusing on swing tunes and examining a few vocal and instrumental transcriptions as well as working on several improvisation techniques. Vocal improvisation experience is not required! All singers are welcome!…

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

The Music School of Delaware Piano Competition

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Audition Date (in person): July 31, 2023 beginning at 9am. Ages 7 to 18. Registration deadline: July 14, 2023. A competitive performance experience for serious, advancing piano students. Prizes are awarded for outstanding performances of solo piano repertoire based on technical fluency, accuracy, and musical interpretation, in up to four…

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Viola Techniques

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An examination of scale fingerings, arpeggios, bowings, articulations, and rhythmic patterns through single scales and double stops. We will build on existing technique and repertoire skills, and students will perform repertoire of their choice. Bring your favorite piece or excerpt and get ready to have some fun!

The Music School of Delaware - Wilmington Branch

Youth Strings Camp

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All young string students—explore the magical music of Disney classics and other animated features with Music School string faculty and special guests. Music will be in a string orchestra format as well as private lessons, sectionals, and coaching. Violins & Violas: Suzuki Book 2; Cellos: end of Suzuki Book 1;…

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