Choralicious No. 8: Summer Choral Opportunities

Summer (apparently) is at our doors. When I think about what made my childhood summers special and memorable, family trips and musical camps come to my mind. I have fond memories of hearing birds in the morning, getting ahead in a new piano piece and singing my lungs off in the choir. I would attend camp as soon as possible anticipating the beauties of the Laurentians and the taste of fresh strawberries. I wish that all of you will have a similarly wonderful experience.

For this last Choraliscious of the year, I searched provincial web-sites to find enticing choral opportunities for children, youth and adults, and conductors. You will find an overview of workshops offered in each province. Until then I hope to see you all at Podium 2010 ! From May 20st to 23th in Saskatoon.
British Columbia

Choral Directorship Course  Level One, August 15 – 21, Vancouver
A Course for elementary school choir directors, and for directors of children's choirs. The faculty includes Sandra Meister, Sarona Mynhardt, Fiona Blackburn and Inez St Dennis - all with much experience with this tender age group.

Registrations should be sent to the BCCF office by June 15, 2010.

Late registrations may be accepted on the basis of available spaces, but a late fee is charged on any registration after July 1, 2010.
Registration: Please contact the course administrator, Brigid Coult: 604-272-4216 or projectmanager@bcchoralfed.com. For more details, download the brochure from the BC Choral Federation.

Choral Stage 2010 August 9 - 20, Vancouver
A unique opportunity for young singers (ages 8 –16) to immerse themselves in exciting musical activities (theatre games, vocal skills, musicianship and ear training) culminating
in semi-staged choral concerts.

Registration before June 11th. Review our registration brochure for more information. Spaces are limited and fill early.


Alberta

Youth Contemporary Choir  July 25-31, Red Deer 

For singers in grades 10-12 with some choral experience. Choristers will have the opportunity to develop vocal technique and musicianship skills while exploring a variety of contemporary styles including jazz, gospel, pop and rock. Lorna MacLachlan, conductor.

Girls Choir  August 8-14, Red Deer
Recommended for girls aged 9-14.  New music, vocal development and a variety of camp activities are all part of this exciting week.  Choristers also receive vocal coachings, have the opportunity to perform in small ensembles, and attend inspiring faculty recitals. Anne McIntyre, conductor

Boys Choirs  8-14 August Red Deer
 

This choir is for boys with unchanged voices.  Great new repertoire, vocal development, movement and a variety of camp activities are all part of this exciting week.  Choristers in the Boys Choir also receive vocal coachings, have the opportunity to perform in small ensembles, and attend inspiring faculty recitals. Paul Grindlay, conductor. Early bird Registration: May 14th

Visit www.musicampalberta.com or call Red Deer College Continuing Education (1-888-886-2787) for more information.

Download a copy of the MusiCamp Alberta 2010 brochure


Saskatchewan

SMV Vocal Jazz Camp July 12 - 16, Campbell Collegiate High School, Regina
For directors, high school students, college students and professional singers, this hands-on 5-day camp focuses on: Practical Jazz Theory, Solo Jazz Singing, Vocal Jazz Ensemble Singing and Improvisation.  Seminars will cover other topics related to jazz singing and conducting opportunities with one-on-one feedback available for directors.  SMV Vocal Jazz Camps are in their sixth year throughout the US and Canada.  SMV Vocal Jazz Camp is only open to the first 50 registrants.
For more information contact:
Russell Baird               or    Jeremy Fox
Russell.Baird@rbe.sk.ca    Jeremy@JeremyFox.net
For more information visit http://www.vocaljazzcamp.com/Home.html


Manitoba

Summer Singing for Adults   August 3, 5, 10, & 12,  17, 19, 24 & 26
Designed as either a refresher or an introductory course for adult singers. 
Instructor:  Linda de Pauw 
Application materials at: www.umanitoba.ca/music/summer/summer.html, call the Marcel A.Desautels Faculty of Music at (204) 474-9310


Ontario

Kaleid Choral Festival with RAJATON! May 6-8, Woodstock and London
Choirs and individual choristers are invited to showcase their ensembles and participate in workshops and performances with guest artists and clinicians. Featuring internationally acclaimed RAJATON! Check the website of the Festival to find registration dates. For more information go to www.choirsontario.org/kaleid-choral-festival.html or http://www.woodstockfanshawesingers.ca/

Children's Choir Camp! August 22 to 28, at beautiful Camp Wahanowin!
An extraordinary choir camp combining an exceptional musical experience with a premiere camp facility for children in grades three to eight. A typical day at the camp includes four hours of music instruction, two recreation periods and a nightly concert. The choir will be led by renowned conductor Mitch Bondy.
The fee is $749.00 per chorister, For more information, contact 
Choirs Ontario at 416.923.1144, 1.866.935.1144, www.choirsontario.org or 
National Music Camp at 416.482.2475, 1.800.701.3132. www.nationalmusiccamp.com

Calling All Adult Choristers! July 7th to10th. Aurora, north of Toronto
Choirs Ontario presents the fourth annual VOCAL workshop for adult choral singers. The program will include choral sessions, vocal technique and masterclasses with Maestro Ken Fleet, and acclaimed clinicians Elizabeth Parsons and Paul Coates.
For more information, contact 
Choirs Ontario at 416.923.1144, 1.866.935.1144, www.choirsontario.org or 
National Music Camp at 416.482.2475, 1.800.701.3132. www.nationalmusiccamp.com

Conductor Training Programme for Emerging Conductors August 20 to 29, University of Western Ontario in London
With Maestro Iwan Edwards and the Ontario Youth Choir. An intensive 10-day course for emerging young conductors offering training and experience with some of Canada’s finest choral leaders.
Application Deadline: Postmarked by May 3, 2010
For more information, or to request an application, please call 416-923-1144 (Toll Free: 866-935-1144).
www.choirsontario.org or National Music Camp at 416.482.2475, 1.800.701.3132. www.nationalmusiccamp.com


Québec

Camp choral du Chœur des enfants de Montréal 16 – 20 août,  Église Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Montréal
Âge: 8 à 14 ans, avec ou sans expérience chorale. Chef de camp: Amy Henderson, M. Mus & B.Ed. Renseignements: 450-458-7129 ou info@choeurdesenfantsdemontreal.com

Programme de formation des chefs de choeur 27 juin au 3 juillet
Cette formation, d'une semaine comporte trois niveaux (débutant, intermédiaire, avancé). Les formateurs sont Lucie Roy et Pierre Barrette. Pour information ou inscription, contactez le responsable des projets au 514-252-3020 poste 3416 ou par courriel au projets@chorale.qc.ca

CAMMAC : Canadian Amateur Musician Musicien amateur Canadien
Camps musical d’une semaine entre 27 juin au 15 août. One-week long musical camp between June 27th and August 15th.
Cours et activités chorales bilingues pour  les chanteurs de tout âge et tout niveau. La musique, la nature et l’amitié — voilà la recette que vous offre CAMMAC pour des vacances inoubliables. Bilingual choral courses and Activities for singers of all ages. This is the recipe that CAMMAC has to offer for unforgettable vacations.
www.cammac.ca
Courriel: national@cammac.ca
Téléphone: (819) 687-3938
Sans frais:1-888-622-8755 (Canada et États-Unis seulement)
Adresse: Bureau national de CAMMAC 85, chemin CAMMAC Harrington,
Québec J8G 2T2


Nova Scotia

Junior Choir Camp August 8th - 14th
Residential music camp for children ages 8 to 13
A fun filled week of music and social activities! Children explore different types of choral styles and learning about singing techniques. Guest Conductor, Sarah Morrison.
Registrations will be taken on a first come first served basis until we reach maximum capacity.

Youth Choir Camp August 15th – 21st
Residential music camp for teens ages 13 to 18.
A week exposing teens to many styles of choral literature, from madrigals to contemporary music. Both beginning and experienced singers alike develop the skills and knowledge fundamental for musical growth and which become the foundation for a lifelong love of singing.
Residential music camp for adults ages 18 and up!
Guest Conductor, Elise Bradley
Registrations will be taken on a first come first served basis until we reach maximum capacity.

Adult Choir Camp August 9th - 14th
All variety of choral experience welcome!  Come as a recreational singer, or for a Professional Development opportunity, or even make it a family vacation with your children attending JCC! 
Guest Conductor, Victoria Meredith
Please see the website for all application details. 
www.nscf.ns.ca/programs/adult/conducting.asp
Register now online at www.nscf.ns.ca