*EACH STUDENT MAY REGISTER FOR 3 TO
6 HOURS ONE DAY OR BOTH DAYS. (Note however, that some classes require both days). They may choose from the following:
lessons, ensembles, repertoire classes, or enrichment classes. ONE OR BOTH PARENTS OR A GUARDIAN OF REGISTERED
STUDENTS IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THEIR CHILDREN'S CLASSES (AT NO CHARGE,) The festival provides a family environment
. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Each registrant and any parent attending is required to sign
the Liability Waiver form
There are also TEACHER/PARENT ENRICHMENT COURSES, a teacher or parent may register for one or more of the
course; there is no minimum limit. Or a teacher or parent with no child registered who wishes to merely observe
student lessons and classes may pay just the registration and observation fee. RE
STUDENTS: *FOR EXAMPLE a student's daily' schedule could include a half hour lesson, a one hour repertoire
class, a one hour ensemble such as family chorus, and a one hour enrichment course such as handbell introduction for
a total of 3 1/2 hours.....*ANOTHER EXAMPLE, select no lesson, a three hour enrichment class such as family
musical (Lion King scenes), a one hour enrichment class such as art, and another one hour enrichment class such
as piano improvisation for a total of 5 hours ...ANOTHER EXAMPLE, select a half hour lesson, a two hour enrichment
class such as music history through film, a one hour repertoire class for a total of 4 1/2 hours. You
choose your own schedule.
THE UNIQUE ASPECT OF THIS FESTIVAL is your
opportunity to choose your own curriculum; the times of all the classes are clearly listed, and if you choose a lesson, the
time for that would be scheduled during a period when you don't have class. THE PRICES FOR
ALL THE OPTIONS ARE CLEARLY LISTED ON THE REGISTRATION PAGE. We realize that, compared to most other
institutes or festivals, this matter of your choosing your course of study can be complicated, but we believe it
very beneficial for you. To clarify your options and to finalize your choices, please talk to your music teacher for
advice. Also, you may contact Dr. Landers at 215-321-7811, or rlanders@mymailstation for advice on your schedule.. **Also note that all student and teacher/parent
registrants are invited to attend the SPECIAL CONCERTS on Friday and Saturday evenings, Saturday morning and Sunday
afternoon at no extra charge. To help cover the expenses of the Friday night 7 PM special CLIPPER ERICKSON/STANLEY CHEPATIS/STUDENT
HONORS CONCERT, a freewill offering will be taken at that event.
EXPECT A WEEKEND OF EXCITING PERSONAL GROWTH IN AN ENVIRONMENT
THAT WILL EMPHASIZE A DISCIPLINED YET FUN EXPERIENCE. Expect to interact with very talent teachers and other talented
students. Expect to learn much about the arts while you enjoy all the events.
SPECIAL
INVITATION FOR SUZUKI METHOD STRINGS AND FLUTE TEACHERS
If you pay the registration and observation fee, there will be no charge for you to participate in the 9:30 string repertoire
classes on either Saturday or Sunday or both and play in the cello, viola, violin and flute play in portion
of the final Sunday 4:30 PM Concert. You may select whichever of those various repertoire classes you wish to play along with
the students. Please indicate on the registration form that you wish to participate in this offer. And note the
repertoire selections for those classes under the repertoire section of this website. **Students who are registered for an option that offers a LESSON should be
prepared with one or two polished pieces, from memory is preferred but not required, and performance ready. The
best selections are compositions that have been studied over a period of time and have already been performed. If you
choose, students who are registered for lessons (eithter Sa or Su or both days) may perform on the final concert Sunday at
4:30 in Gill Chapel.
**Suzuki Violin Play-In Repertoire
Class should review the repertoire list
on this website, and practice their current piece and practice along with the recordings.Students should bring the music for any pieces they wish to study during the week.
Dress- casual dress for
the classes and lessons . For the Sunday 4 PM recital, casual is OK, but shirts and ties, jacket optional for boys and
nice dresses for girls preferred.
Registrants are asked to develop an attitude of placing music and the arts in
a high priority of importance, understanding the philosophy of Suzuki and others that "music
is a necessary luxury" and to come with a most positive attitude to learn and to enjoy the classes, lessons
and other events.
