June 17 – 21, 2024 : 9:00am to 12:00pm 
(drop off begins at 8:45am, camp starts promptly at 9:00am)

Elevate your piano playing to new heights in our intermediate piano ensemble workshop. Tailored for those with a foundational understanding of the piano, this half-day workshop focuses on collaborative piano performance, technique refinement, and the joy of creating music together.

Workshop Highlights:

  1. Ensemble Dynamics: Dive into the world of collaborative piano playing, exploring the nuances of ensemble dynamics and communication.
  2. Repertoire: Engage in composition(s) carefully selected to challenge and inspire intermediate-level pianists.
  3. Technical Mastery: Receive targeted guidance to refine your piano technique, addressing key aspects such as finger agility, expression, and balance within an ensemble.
  4. Musical Interpretation: Learn the art of musical interpretation, exploring ways to convey emotion and storytelling through your piano playing in a group setting.
  5. Short Ensemble Performance: Conclude the workshop with a brief ensemble performance, allowing participants to showcase their collaborative and individual achievements.

Prerequisites:

  • Intermediate-level proficiency on the piano.
  • Ability to read sheet music.
  • Open to pianists with a passion for ensemble playing.

Audition Requirements:

A video of the student playing should be submitted for their audition.  Students should play 2 octave scales in at least 3 major keys (except C major) and play two contrasting solo pieces suitable to their skill level.

  • Video submissions should be no longer than 12 minutes.
  • Video Audition Deadline: Friday, March 22, 2024. Audition results will be posted by March 26th. Students will receive their parts by March 31st.
  • Submissions should be sent to: phoenix@maestromusicinstitute.com

Camp Details:

Where: Arvada Studio – 6478 Ward Road, Arvada, CO 80004

When: June 17 – 21, 2024

Hours: 9am to 12pm

Skill Level: Intermediate

Video Audition Deadline: Friday, March 22, 2024. Audition results will be posted by March 26th. Students will receive their parts by March 31st.

Cost: $295