ENROLLMENT UPDATE:
THE CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL FOR 2018. Please contact us if you wish to be placed on a waiting list for this summer.
Please contact the office if you have any questions.
THE CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL FOR 2018. Please contact us if you wish to be placed on a waiting list for this summer.
Please contact the office if you have any questions.
Text for Music Audition Page:
Piano Players: There is a piano part in Northwoods: Of Might and Mettle that we will have someone play on synthesizer. If you are interested in playing synth on this piece please download the part and prepare it for seating placement auditions. We will provide a synthesizer for you to use. If you prefer to bring your own synthesizer please also bring a patch cord and amp.
Piano Players: There is a piano part in Northwoods: Of Might and Mettle that we will have someone play on synthesizer. If you are interested in playing synth on this piece please download the part and prepare it for seating placement auditions. We will provide a synthesizer for you to use. If you prefer to bring your own synthesizer please also bring a patch cord and amp.
Audio Recording and Photo Orders must be postmarked by July 31.
ORDER FORM
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS - postmarked by May 4, 2018
- Submit a recording on CD postmarked by May 4, 2018 of a solo piece that is at the district level.
Submissions that are not solo pieces will not be considered for scholarship.
(Please check your Jr. District, Sr. District or All-State audition pieces for examples.)
(2) excerpts (3-5 minutes total) – fast to demonstrate technical skill & slow demonstrating tone quality & expression - The recording must be clearly marked with: First & Last Name, Instrument and Title of the piece.
- Recordings must be submitted in one of the following formats: MP3, MP4, wav, or aiff.
- Duplicate paper copy of the piece performed – Do not send originals as they will not be returned.
- Registration (below) & registration fee must be completed to be considered.
- Please mail all materials to:
UMass Lowell Symphonic Band Camp
Deb Huber, Executive Director
35 Wilder Street
Durgin Hall Suite 3
Lowell, MA 01854-3030
Vocal Workshop *New Course*
Do you enjoy singing? Does your band director encourage you to sing in band class, but you wish you had more confidence to sing in front of others? Have fun learning some pop tunes while learning various vocal techniques. Build confidence and have fun singing in a relaxed environment.
Conducting
Think it looks easy to stand at the front of the group and wave the baton? Try your hand at conducting beat patterns, showing dynamics, and even just holding the baton correctly! Each student will have the opportunity to learn basic conducting skills, lead the class as the conductor, and take home his or her own conducting baton.
Colors of Sound
If you’re someone who loves to listen to music, this class is for you. Open your ears to a new way of listening. Hear things in music you never noticed, and learn what you’re hearing.
Creative Practice Techniques
Hate to practice? Maybe you need some new strategies. This class will teach you not just what to practice, but how to practice. Walk away feeling that you can spend your practice time working smarter, not harder.
Finale
Have you been arranging your own pieces, or rewriting parts? Are you thinking you’d like to try but find handwriting daunting? Maybe you’ve been exploring the free Noteflight software, and are ready to step up to something more robust. Learn some of the basics of Finale and see what it can do to make your life easier!
History of Rock and Roll
Think you know everything about Rock & Roll? Think again! Learn not only who the key players were, but how each generation was impacted by the generation before.
Intro to Sound Recording Technology
Have you ever wondered why there are so many knobs and buttons on a mixing board? Are you considering a major in Sound Recording Technology? This class is a chance to participate in a live recording session in UML’s professionally equipped studios.
Intro to Percussion
Always wondered what all those sounds back there were? What on earth is a tambourine thumb roll? Have a blast learning what these instruments are and how to play them together!
Intro to Guitar
Think it would be great to accompany yourself? Learn the basics of playing a guitar, including a few chords and songs to go with them. Guitars will be provided for students to use in class.
Contemporary Horns
Are you someone who listens to music and never hears the lyrics? This class is an exploration into all the great melodies and lines you hear the instrumentalists playing behind those lyrics. Learn to play a number of these great lines on your own instrument. This class involves playing on your instrument and is intended for melodic instruments.
Writing and Arranging
If you’ve already dabbled in writing or arranging, or think you might be ready to try it out, this class is for you! Take some time analyzing a piece to rearrange, or learning some strategies and considerations for your own works.
World Drumming
The World Drumming class will introduce students to the basic playing of the West African djembe drum and teach students to play together in mixed drum ensembles. Cooperative and fun musical exercises will bring players together in a great hands-on experience.
No drumming experience is necessary!
Intro to Harmonica
Imagine being able to carry your instrument in your pocket! Learn a little history, basic notation, and a few songs to get you started on your way! Leave with your very own harmonica to continue playing around on your own.
Intro to Piano
Do you sit down at the piano and wish you could play something for your friends? Learn the basics of playing piano and have the opportunity to perform in class.
Do you enjoy singing? Does your band director encourage you to sing in band class, but you wish you had more confidence to sing in front of others? Have fun learning some pop tunes while learning various vocal techniques. Build confidence and have fun singing in a relaxed environment.
Conducting
Think it looks easy to stand at the front of the group and wave the baton? Try your hand at conducting beat patterns, showing dynamics, and even just holding the baton correctly! Each student will have the opportunity to learn basic conducting skills, lead the class as the conductor, and take home his or her own conducting baton.
Colors of Sound
If you’re someone who loves to listen to music, this class is for you. Open your ears to a new way of listening. Hear things in music you never noticed, and learn what you’re hearing.
Creative Practice Techniques
Hate to practice? Maybe you need some new strategies. This class will teach you not just what to practice, but how to practice. Walk away feeling that you can spend your practice time working smarter, not harder.
Finale
Have you been arranging your own pieces, or rewriting parts? Are you thinking you’d like to try but find handwriting daunting? Maybe you’ve been exploring the free Noteflight software, and are ready to step up to something more robust. Learn some of the basics of Finale and see what it can do to make your life easier!
History of Rock and Roll
Think you know everything about Rock & Roll? Think again! Learn not only who the key players were, but how each generation was impacted by the generation before.
Intro to Sound Recording Technology
Have you ever wondered why there are so many knobs and buttons on a mixing board? Are you considering a major in Sound Recording Technology? This class is a chance to participate in a live recording session in UML’s professionally equipped studios.
Intro to Percussion
Always wondered what all those sounds back there were? What on earth is a tambourine thumb roll? Have a blast learning what these instruments are and how to play them together!
Intro to Guitar
Think it would be great to accompany yourself? Learn the basics of playing a guitar, including a few chords and songs to go with them. Guitars will be provided for students to use in class.
Contemporary Horns
Are you someone who listens to music and never hears the lyrics? This class is an exploration into all the great melodies and lines you hear the instrumentalists playing behind those lyrics. Learn to play a number of these great lines on your own instrument. This class involves playing on your instrument and is intended for melodic instruments.
Writing and Arranging
If you’ve already dabbled in writing or arranging, or think you might be ready to try it out, this class is for you! Take some time analyzing a piece to rearrange, or learning some strategies and considerations for your own works.
World Drumming
The World Drumming class will introduce students to the basic playing of the West African djembe drum and teach students to play together in mixed drum ensembles. Cooperative and fun musical exercises will bring players together in a great hands-on experience.
No drumming experience is necessary!
Intro to Harmonica
Imagine being able to carry your instrument in your pocket! Learn a little history, basic notation, and a few songs to get you started on your way! Leave with your very own harmonica to continue playing around on your own.
Intro to Piano
Do you sit down at the piano and wish you could play something for your friends? Learn the basics of playing piano and have the opportunity to perform in class.
Directions to Durgin Hall - UMass Lowell
If you have a student attending camp and need to reach us, please use the following contact information.
978-934 -2858 Band Camp Office - This is the best number to call during camp
978-934 -4133 Executive Director, Band Camp
978-934-3850 Music Department Main Office
978-934-2398 Campus Police: This is reserved for extreme emergencies only.
978-934 -2858 Band Camp Office - This is the best number to call during camp
978-934 -4133 Executive Director, Band Camp
978-934-3850 Music Department Main Office
978-934-2398 Campus Police: This is reserved for extreme emergencies only.
We'd love to have you attend the camp's finale concert. Click here for directions to UMass Lowell's Durgin Hall
Finale Concert
The Finale Concert will be held at UMass Lowell's Durgin Hall on Friday, July 17, 2015 at 6:30 pm.
Introductions and awards will begin at 6:30 pm and the performance will begin at 7:00 pm.
The Finale Concert will be held at UMass Lowell's Durgin Hall on Friday, July 17, 2015 at 6:30 pm.
Introductions and awards will begin at 6:30 pm and the performance will begin at 7:00 pm.
For Payment Page:
If you have received a scholarship, please mail a check made payable to UMass Lowell with your remaining balance.
We are unable to accept partial payments through our website. We apologize for the inconvenience.
If you have received a scholarship, please mail a check made payable to UMass Lowell with your remaining balance.
We are unable to accept partial payments through our website. We apologize for the inconvenience.
UPDATE:
Students who play the following instruments will be placed on a waiting list for the 2017 Symphonic Band Camp.
Please contact the office if you have any questions.
Students who play the following instruments will be placed on a waiting list for the 2017 Symphonic Band Camp.
- Oboe | Tenor Saxophone | Guitar | Bass Guitar | Piano | Percussion
Please contact the office if you have any questions.
Update and list this paragraph on Home Page:
For the 19th year, the Department of Music at UMass Lowell is offering a camp for talented instrumental music students who have a passion for music. The Mary Jo Leahey Symphonic Band Camp is a one week long, residential, immersion into music, held July 12-17, 2015. To learn more about this program please view our camp video.
For the 19th year, the Department of Music at UMass Lowell is offering a camp for talented instrumental music students who have a passion for music. The Mary Jo Leahey Symphonic Band Camp is a one week long, residential, immersion into music, held July 12-17, 2015. To learn more about this program please view our camp video.