Guitar Institute
July 30-August 3, 2012
What is the Guitar Institute?
The Guitar Institute offers beginning to advanced students ages 7-15 the experience of playing the guitar with other guitarists in an ensemble setting. The camp is classically oriented, although students will gain knowledge of other popular music styles. Student guitarists will practice reading and fingering skills, as well as learning to follow a conductor, all while having fun making music.
Students are challenged to attain excellence, develop musicianship skills and confidence in their ability to express themselves through the beauty of music. They will receive instruction in eurhythmics, aural skills/theory and will learn about the history and repertoire of the classical guitar. Students will study many of the most well known composers and arrangers of the guitar, and be exposed to some of the finest pieces written for the instrument.
It is a week of sharing with other musicians; of making lifetime friendships; of developing interpersonal skills; and of growing as a musician and an individual. The daily schedule of rehearsals, classes and individual attention from our distinguished facultymakes for a challenging and exhilarating artistic experience.
The combination of an outstanding faculty, the beautiful and historic setting in the heart of Virginia, a rich musical environment and talented students makes the camp an exciting, memorable and rewarding experience. Guitar Camp offers a supportive and inspiring musical environment for the student artist.
Most importantly, guitar students of all levels are welcome. Attention is given to individual needs, learning style and physiology. Repertoire selections are tailored to match student abilities. Emphasis will be placed on exercises to reach a student's development of effective practice skills, memorization techniques and performance etiquette.
Faculty
Ron Alig
Ron Alig has been playing classical guitar in the greater Richmond area as well as northern VA for the past 4.5 years. He has a Bachelor degree in Music Performance from the VCU School of Music where he studied with David Toussaint and John Patykula. In 2007 he joined the Richmond Guitar Quartet and has performed for the Charlottesville Guitar Society, Randolph-Macon College, the VCU Guitar Series, as well as many other concerts and events in the area.
In addition to solo and quartet performances, Ron also is a regular member of the Richmond Community Guitar Ensemble and one of the founders of the Ashland Guitar Society. He is currently teaching guitar at the Academy of Music.
Registration
For students not residing in Richmond and families wishing to travel with their child, information on local hotels can be provided.
- Full camp, 9:00am - 4:00pm, $695
- Academic Classes Only, 9:00am-12:00pm, half day, $350
- Ensemble/Seminars/Workshops only, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, half day, $350
All registrations received prior to March 15, 2012 receive a $100 discount off full-day tuition, or a $50 discount off half-day tuition!
REGISTER TODAY FOR THE GUITAR INSTITUTE AND RECEIVE EXTENDED EARLY-REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS! BY SPACE AVAILABILITY ONLY.
Registration applications for the Guitar Institute must be completed online or postmarked by May 1, 2012; registration after this date is by space availability only. Registration includes a completed registration form and a non-refundable deposit of $100 to reserve your space.
Every student must bring his or her own guitar. Contact academy.music@hotmail.com if you have any issues bringing an instrument.
All applicants must be between the ages of 7 and 15 as of 1/1/2012
Once accepted, unless notification of withdrawal from Guitar Camp is received in writing by 6/15/2012, the student and parent/guardian are considered legally responsible for payment of fees in full. All fees must be paid in full by 7/1/2012.
Register online for Guitar Institute by clicking the appropriate link below.
| Register | Class |
Gender Ages |
Dates |
Days Times |
Cost |
| Register |
SMI--Guitar Institute--Half Day The Guitar Institute offers beginning to advanced students ages 7-15 the half day experience of playing the guitar with other guitarists in an ensemble setting. The institute is classically oriented although students will gain knowledge of other popular music styles. |
Both 7 - 15 |
07/30/12-08/03/12 |
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm |
350.00 |
| Register |
SMI--Guitar Institute--Full Day The Guitar Institute offers beginning to advanced students ages 7-15 the full day experience of playing the guitar with other guitarists in an ensemble setting. The institute is classically oriented although students will gain knowledge of other popular music styles through ensembles and classes. |
Both 7 - 15 |
07/30/12-08/03/12 |
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri |
695.00 |
