Creative Strings Youth Workshop!!

The Creative Strings Youth Workshop is an opportunity for string
players based in Central Ohio to experiment with and explore improvisational-based music and performance.

During the week, students will participate in a jazz string orchestra ensemble and master classes. They will explore jazz, folk, rock, hip hop, and other styles with master technicians including arranger/conductor Bert Ligon, violinists Rob Thomas and Billy Contreras, pianist/composer Daniel Kelly, bassist Chris Berg, and violinist/camp director Christian Howes.

Each day, campers will have an intensive rehearsal, observe a performance by other creative string players, and engage in an interactive a creative clinic/master class. On Saturday, July 5, there will be a dress rehearsal and public concert (location TBA).

This camp will improve string technique and musical skills while encouraging creative expression. It is an exciting experience that bridges modern and alternative music with the classical heritage of the instrument.

Location

The Creative Strings Youth Workshop is being held at Otterbein University:

1 Otterbein College
Westerville, OH 43081

Schedule

June 30 - July 3
1:00 pm: Registration and Check-In (June 30 only)
1:30 - 3:00pm: String Orchestra
3:15 - 4:00pm: Interactive Clinic
4:00 – 4:30pm: Performance

July 4
We will be off for the holiday.

Friday, July 5
Dress rehearsal: 1:30 p.m.
Final concert: 3:00 p.m. at Otterbein College (FREE for all parents/family)

Is the Workshop Right for Me?

The only criterion for participation is that the students be able to read notated music. Suzuki book 3 and above or public school grade 5 and above is recommended, but not required.

Please contact us if you have any questions about this.

What Does it Cost?

Tuition is only $149 for the week.

Registration

Space for this Workshop is limited. Click here to register. You will then be taken to a payment page. We will contact you within a few days to confirm your registration.

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