Brass Boot Camp
LVYO Presents:
Brass Artists Sam Pilafian and J.D. Shaw in Las Vegas!
June 25-29, 2012
Online applications now open.
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Registration
Summer Camp prices vary based on when you pay.
Tuition fees are non-refundable.
Early Bird —
If you pay between December 1, 2011 - Feb. 29, 2012, the fee is $210
Standard Registration —
If you pay between March 1, 2012 - April 22, 2012, the fee is $250
Late Registration —
If you pay by between April 23, 2012 - May 30, 2012, the fee is $290
If you have already registered online and need to download your registration packet or financial needs form, please
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Camp seat is not confirmed until fee is submitted with
online application and form submittal. Deadline dates for
fees are firm (must be postmarked by that date)
Limited Financial Need Scholarships Available.
Contact us for more information.
Offerings & Camp Details
Five day camp from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM for the brass musician (ages 11-18 years, all skill levels), located at the UNLV Campus.
- Breathing Gym Skills
- Performance
- Master Class
- Brass Music Appreciation
- Group Study
- Social Event & Final Recital
- FUN!
Camp Manager: Sheri Manning
Instructors: Jeffrey Lance, Travis Whaley
Master Artists: Sam Pilafian, J.D. Shaw
Site Location:
University of Nevada, Las Vegas Campus
School of Music
Class Details
Brass Fundamentals
- Learning breathing techniques by master guest artists
- Learning how to create good sound
- Learning fundamentals such as attacks, articulation, slurring and control of sound
- Learning how to do daily reinforcement of skills with suggested practice routines
Skills Class
- Suggestions on preparation to enhance student’s instrumental performance
- Learning how to apply brass fundamentals to improve their own sound and create a better ensemble sound
- Students may be given the opportunity to explore and experiment with playing different brass instruments
Brass Repertoire Class
- Application of skills learned to an ensemble experience
- Student is engaged in ensemble music study
- Preparation and study for an ensemble performance at end of camp
Master Class
- Student or Ensemble performance in front of student body with Master Guest Artists critiquing for the benefit of all to learn
- Master Classes will feature advanced players with prepared repertoire
- Students in audience will transpose class comments to their specific instrumental needs
- Students will be instructed on how to best prepare for auditions, and maximize practice time.
- Instruction by both Master Guest Artists on general topics
Brass Appreciation
- Listening skills emphasized; student will hear and identify a representative sound on their given instrument
- Exposure to performances and music of the highest caliber
- Develop an appreciation of brass instruments as it relates to band and orchestral repertoire/performance
- Student will learn about historical aspects related to their instrument
- Learning aspects of brass study, the process, and tips on preparing for auditions
- A review of all basic concepts of music
- Students will develop an in-depth knowledge of the desired performance level to which one should aspire
This project is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment of the Arts. "Art Works."
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