June 17 - 23, 2018 • Huntingdon College • Montgomery, AL
StringFellows 2017
“I think this camp is outstanding. The experience broadened my child’s interest in her instrument and she has been practicing “on her own” and enjoying playing more than ever! She made lots of new friends and tells everyone how much she loved her time at StringFellows.”
StringFellows is designed to serve as a preparatory program for students of violin, viola, cello and bass. This seven-day residential music camp will focus on building the musical skills necessary for success on one’s instrument. Rising 7th - 9th graders are eligible to attend.
The camp’s activities will be anchored by a string orchestra which will rehearse 2-3 times a day. Daily classes in music history and theory will be offered. StringFellows will conclude with a concert and awards ceremony on Saturday morning.
StringFellows 2017
Awards Presented:
The Cameron Award and The Holmes Award: Two full scholarships for 2019 StringFellows will be presented to the most improved 2018 StringFellows male and female campers.
The Wilkerson Award: Recognizes the most improved rising 9th grade participant and provides a cash award of $300 to support future music expenses.
The Campbell Award: A full scholarship for 2019 StringFellows will be presented at All-State to the most improved member of the Sinfonia Orchestra.
These awards honor or memorialize StringFellows enthusiasts Dorothy Cameron, Capers Holmes, Valerie and Fred Wilkerson, and Elizabeth Campbell.
Entrance Requirements:
All campers must be able to read music and should be able to play two-octave scales in several keys. Experience in the positions is helpful but not necessary. All campers will play for the faculty at registration and complete a theory background sheet to help determine the content of classes and the repertoire for the orchestra. Campers must be recommended by their string teacher to be considered for acceptance into StringFellows.
StringFellows Faculty:
The faculty of the StringFellows Summer Music Seminar is selected from the state’s most respected teachers. Each one is dedicated to helping young string players advance on their instrument and joins us with many years of successful teaching experience.
In addition to the educational components of StringFellows, a full range of social opportunities both on and off campus will be offered.
StringFellows 2017: Juliet Thomas, from Yoga Montgomery, led in some yoga stretches.
Housing:
StringFellows campers will be housed in Huntingdon College dormitories and will eat at the College Dining Hall. All students will be expected to adhere to college and StringFellows camp rules.
Fees:
The total cost of this summer session in $350. This fee includes registration, tuition, room, board, and music fees, as well as scheduled group social activities and a camp T-shirt.
Scholarships:
Scholarships ranging from $50 - $200 are available to StringFellows and will be based on financial need and instrumentation requirements. The deadline to apply for a scholarship is May 19th.
Questions?: 334-240-4004 or email us here montgomerysymphony@gmail.com
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