cass 2012 summer camps brochure

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Musical Theatre ShowtimeJuly 4, 5, 6, 9, 10 & 11

Exploring the Arts CampJuly 23 - 27

PlayWriting CampJuly 23 - 27

Piano CampJuly 30 - August 3

Jazz ConnectionAugust 13 - 17

CASS RecitalAugust 7

Piano Pedagogy WorkshopAugust 7

Adult Piano CampAugust 8 - 10

Summer 2012 Programs“Discover the Fine Arts Within Yourself ”


Our VisiOn

Calgary Arts Summer School (CASS) is the summer school for the arts!

Calgary Arts Summer School Association (CASSA) is a committed self-sufficient organization. To ensure the availability of its year-round innovative and exceptional programs, CASSA continually implements dynamic funding strategies, acknowledges its supporters and satisfies the needs of the community.

CAssA BOArd Of direCtOrs

Linda Kundert-StollPresident & Artistic Director

Janice Dahlberg Vice-President, Secretary & Assistant Artistic Director

Diane Bertram - TreasurerDorothea Johanson - Special Projects Director

Tara Alldred-Gundesen - AdvisorKathy Milani - AdvisorSusan Savage - AdvisorDerek Stoll - Advisor

Janice Woodward - Advisor

Our MissiOn

“CASSA seeks to provide an all-inclusive performing, literary and visual arts experience to individuals of all ages and levels. These creative camps, workshops and events will foster desire and develop potential in a non-competitive environment, which will enhance communication skills, friendships, collaboration, citizenship, academic development, confidence, and a life-long appreciation for the arts.”

Participants feel empowered to:• Develop their potential• Be an appreciative audience• Support the arts

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MusiCAl theAtre shOwtiMeJuly 4, 5, 6, 9, 10 & 11

9:30 am - 3:00 pm dailyfor students aged 9 to 19 years

CentrAl MeMOriAl high sChOOl, 5111 - 21 St SW

Students will plan, produce and present a scripted musical production in six days. All students will be involved in all aspects of developing the work to share in a well-rounded theatrical experience.Teachers Darren Dyck, director

Allara Gooliaff, choreographerJill Tuttle, set & prop designerCandace Collins, music directorQuinn Gomez, pianist & coachNadine Cirankewitch, assistant director & stage directorCathie May, costume designer

A Pirate’s Life for MeBook by Craig Solano & Music and Lyrics by Bill Francoeur

Aristocrat Roger Goodman has his heart set on a conventional life married to the wealthy Sarah Huffington and living happily ever after. That is, until he finds out she thinks he’s boring and would rather marry a brave and adventurous pirate! Determined to prove himself to his beloved, Roger hires Long John Sliver to tutor him and his newly recruited motley crew in the field of piracy. Meanwhile, Sarah knows there’s only one way to win the affections of a true pirate. She dubs herself the Pirate Queen and sets sail with her own crew of lady pirates. With messages in bottles that spread rumours faster than email, Captain Blood and the Pirate Queen learn of each other’s formidable reputations, not knowing, of course, each other’s true identity. When Sarah gets the message that Captain Blood is holding her parents captive on Treasure Island, you can guess where the lady pirates are headed next! But Bluebeard, a true pirate now retired and desiring nothing more than a chance to enjoy lounging in his beach chair, already occupies the island and is “livin’ the good life” with his crew.

Registration $365 before May 15 ($329 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $425 after May 15 ($383 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

Performance Wednesday, July 11, 7:00 pm

Central Memorial High School(5111 - 21 Street SW)


explOring the Arts CAMp (eAC)July 23 - 279:00 am - noon and/or 1:00 - 4:00 pm dailyfor students aged 4 to 10 St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre, 404 Meredith Road NE

This camp was formerly named Music, Drama, Movement & Art Camp. This is a half or full-day camp* arts extravaganza which runs for one week. No previ-ous experience is necessary, but is welcome. Enrollment and class size is limited. Students are grouped with other students of similar age and experience.

Classes are custom designed by five of Calgary’s top art educators, to provide an introduction to music, drama, movement and art. A high quality of instruction is given by the following professional teachers.

TeachersAlicia Romero, musicCandice Bouman, musicKari Sangster, dramaDayna Duman, movementErin Field, art

The daily program will include thirty-five minutes each of keyboard, rhythm and singing instruction; acting and focus building games; movement and different dance forms; varied art techniques; and a snack break. This year’s camp theme is Oceans.Friday is open house family day.

* When you register we will attempt to accommodate your preference of morning or afternoon, but we cannot guarantee availability of spaces in either.

Registration $175 before May 15 ($158 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $195 after May 15 ($175 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

Full EAC and/or PlayWriting Camp $320 before May 15 ($288 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $385 after May 15 ($347 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

Open house family day is on Friday, July 27.NOTE: Enrollment for a full day is available. Students wishing to take EAC classes for the full day will be placed in

the next level for the afternoon. Students aged 7 to 10 may enroll in a half day of EAC and a half day of PlayWriting

Camp. Students aged 7 to 12 may attend both morning and afternoon sessions of PlayWriting Camp and will work

on, and perform in two separate and individual plays. Noon hour supervision will be provided, but students must

bring their own lunch.


plAywriting CAMpJuly 23 - 27

9:00 am - noon and/or 1:00 - 4:00 pm dailyfor students aged 7 to 12

St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre, 404 Meredith Road NE

In a dramatic and fun-filled week of half day camps with creative writing instructor Simon Rose, children will learn how to write, rehearse and perform their own unique play in just five days. Children will create the plot, craft the script, write dialogue and hone their acting skills for their very own dramatic production, which will then be performed at the end of the week. The theme of this year’s play is Oceans.

DirectorSimon Rose

Registration $175 before May 15 ($158 families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $195 after May 15 ($175 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

Full EAC and/or PlayWriting Camp

$320 before May 15 ($288 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $385 after May 15 ($347 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

Performances Friday, July 27, 11:15 am Friday, July 27, 3:15 pm

St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre(404 Meredith Road NE)

NOTE: Enrollment for a full day is available. Students aged 7 to 10 may enroll in a half day of EAC and a half day of

PlayWriting Camp. Students aged 7 to 12 may attend both morning and afternoon sessions of PlayWriting Camp and

will work on, and perform in two separate and individual plays. Noon hour supervision will be provided, but students

must bring their own lunch.


The Piano Camp is an exciting five-day experience for pianists to explore the many facets of piano playing.

In a supportive, fun atmosphere that promotes a positive attitude towards prac-tising and performing, students are coached in prepared solo repertoire and new ensemble pieces. Students attend classes in musical style, interpretation, memori-zation, technique and performance anxiety.

Classes on choir, art, improvisation, movement, and writing are also offered. For the history classes, students will also prepare one work of the featured composer–Haydn.

CliniciansDr. Lana Henchell - What Every Pianist Needs to Know About the BodyGabriella Jonas - Expectations of Piano Camp: Why Perform?Edwin Gnandt - The Evolution of Haydn’s Sonata FormJoseph Fridman - How to Fall in Love with Classical Music

TeachersJanice DahlbergDorothea JohansonLinda Kundert-Stoll

AssistantsEsther Bing Quinn GomezRebecca Leshures

Sessionals Jennifer Aumentado, improvisationLorna MacLachlan, choirSimon Rose, writingAllison Wandler, art

Registration

$435 before May 15 ($392 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $525 after May 15 ($473 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

piAnO CAMpJuly 30 - August 3 9:00 am - 5:00 pm dailyfor students aged 10 to adult St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre, 404 Meredith Road NE


Auditing Fee$30 per day$80 full camp

PerformancesThursday, August 2, 7:00 pm Friday, August 3, 2:00 pmSt. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre (404 Meredith Road NE)

CASSA strives to keep its programs at a cost that is non-prohibitive. Bursaries and Grants-in-Aid are available for participants in financial need.

Join us in bringing quality arts education to participants each summer. With your financial support, we intend to enhance and expand our programs to meet the community’s needs.

To donate today, visit our web site www.calgaryartssummercom to make your donation online.

Give today!


Jazz ConneCtion August 13 - 179:00 am - 3:30 pm dailyfor students aged 12 to adultBishOp CArrOll high sChOOl, 4624 Richard Road SW

Jazz Connection creates an environment of learning, listening and creating jazz music in an entertaining and supportive setting. It is open to all instrumentalists who are interested in exploring improvisation, musical creativity and jazz styles through involvement in both combos and big-bands.

Participants explore improvisation, composition, stylistic elements and ensemble playing. Sectional as well as combo classes are provided, and lectures on various elements of music, including jazz theory and the “business” side of music are included. The program is open to players of any and all instruments. (Pianists should have a minimum of approximately a grade five level of playing.)

DirectorDerek Stoll

TeachersPat Belliveau, saxophoneJeremy S. Brown, saxophoneBrian Walley, tromboneKeith Smith, guitarDerek Stoll, pianoKodi Hutchinson, bassJohn deWaal, drums

Master classes are led by instructors on the traditional instruments. The instructors are all accomplished jazz musicians, all of whom have performed, toured and recorded extensively. They enjoy sharing their love of this genre through teaching!

The music being performed is drawn from the “jazz standards,” as well as from original music composed by participants and faculty of Jazz Connection.

Registration $295 before July 1 ($265 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $335 after July 1 ($302 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

Performance Friday, August 17, 2:30 pm

Bishop Carroll High School (4624 Richard Road SW)


CAss reCitAlAugust 7 7:00 pm

Grand Hall, Irene Besse Keyboards, 152-6999 11 St SE

Dr. Thomas Yu is one of the most versatile artists performing today. He has appeared as a guest soloist in such prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall (New York), Salle Gaveau and Salle Cortot (Paris), Bösendorfer Hall (Vienna), Forte de Copacabana (Rio de Janeiro), Chopin Music Academy (Warsaw), Hakuju Hall (Tokyo), Glenn Gould Studio (Toronto), National Arts Centre (Ottawa) and the Chan Centre for Performing Arts.

Program TBA, see wbesite

Tickets $20 Adults $15 Seniors/Students $50 Family

Through the registration page (http://www.calgaryartssummer.com/registration/registration.html), you may use a credit card to purchase tickets online for this recital or you may download a registration form to have tickets mailed to you. (Please allow adequate time for mailing.)

Tickets will also be available at the door the evening of the concert.

For more information about this concert or about ticket availability, contact CASSA at 403.271.0418, by fax 403.278.3236, or [email protected]


piAnO pedAgOgy wOrkshOpAugust 79:00 am - 4:00 pmfor teachers and advanced music studentsGrand Hall, Irene Besse Keyboards, 152-6999 11St SE

CASSA is delighted to announce its collaboration with the Royal Conservatory of Music for this year’s Piano Pedagogy Workshop.

Clinicians James Anagnoson and Dr. Janet Lopinski are both special artists and representatives of the RCM.

ClinicianJames Anagnoson

Session I 9:00 am - noon

Part 1 The Baroque Era

Every pedagogical system in the world requires students to study Baroque music from the earliest grades onward. There has to be a reason other than “Bach is a great composer...”

Part 2 Fundamentals of Tone Production

This session explores an understanding of an area that is critical to guiding students through junior, intermediate and senior piano study. Particular emphasis will be placed on an understanding of:

• Arm weight• Weight transferal• Wrist at impact (when the hammer hits the string)• Importance (and technique) of legato playing• Arm extension


ClinicianJanet Lopinski

Session II 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Part 1 Excellence in Teaching: Nurturing a Passion

The quest for excellence in piano pedagogy requires that we open our minds and hearts to new techniques and approaches as we constantly search for ways to inspire and motivate our students. Dr. Janet Lopinski will share ideas and strategies using both traditional and innovative approaches to engage the mind, body and soul and discover the artist within each of our pupils.

Part 2 Chopin: The Muses who Inspired the Master

The music of Fryderyk Chopin is central to the repertoire of virtually every pianist. In this informative and engaging session, Janet Lopinski will present portraits of the women who were sources of inspiration for Chopin at different times in his life: Konstancja Gladkowska, the Polish soprano who the young Chopin worshiped from afar; Maria Wodzinska, whose letters he tied in a bundle and labelled “my woe” after their relationship was terminated; Delfina Potocka, the beautiful and elusive countess to whom Chopin dedicated several compositions; and George Sand who Chopin described as “repulsive” after their first meeting, and who became his mistress and muse for a decade of his short life. The presentation will include performances of selected works from the Intermediate and Early Advanced teaching repertoire inspired by the muses.

Registration

Teachers $95 before July 1 ($85 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $120 after July 1 ($108 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

$65 per session

Students $65 before July 1 ($58 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $85 after July 1 ($77 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*) $50 per session $50 if registered in Piano Camp, or Adult Piano Camp, or Jazz Connection

All day registration includes lunch.


Adult piAnO CAMpAugust 8 - 109:00 am - 5:00 pm dailySt. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre, 404 Meredith Road NE

The Adult Piano Camp is an exciting three-day experience for adult pianists. Participants explore the many facets of piano playing in a supportive, fun atmosphere that promotes a positive attitude towards practising and performing.

Participants are coached in prepared solo repertoire and new ensemble pieces. There are seminars in musical style, interpretation, memorization, technique and performance anxiety, to prepare for the Friday afternoon Musicale.

CliniciansLana HenchellGabriella JonasEdwin GnandtJoseph Fridman

Assistant Quinn Gomez

Seminars

What Every Pianist Needs to Know About the Body by Dr. Lana Henchell

Lana Henchell will discuss how the body works while playing the piano and will address injury prevention for repetitive tasks. Playing effortlessly, freely, and more expressively is the goal of every pianist; therefore, knowledge of balance, support and weight will help pianists achieve technical freedom. Demonstrations and student participation of various exercises will help illustrate that playing the piano can, and should be, a natural and effortless endeavor. The book, “What Every Pianist Needs to Know About the Body” by Thomas Mark will be the main focus of the seminar.

Expectations of Piano Camp: Why Perform? by Gabriella Jonas

Gabriella Jonas will talk about overcoming “fear of performance.” She will address why piano performance is important and how the process can positively influence other aspects of our lives. She will also talk about why and how it is that Camp participants have phenomenal results—through a great variety of hands on classes with knowledgeable instructors...and each instructor with their own special approach to music.


The Evolution of Haydn’s Sonata Form by Edwin Gnandt

Franz Joseph Haydn would be considered by many to be the father of the Keyboard Sonata Form as it is known today. It is estimated the Haydn composed over 52 sonatas for solo keyboard. Mr. Gnandt will discuss the evolution of Haydn’s Sonata Form and demonstrate selected works to show their influence upon future composers in the piano world.

Be Your Own Teacher (I Love Practising!) by Joseph Fridman

While learning a piece do you ever hit a “wall” of not knowing what to do next? Do you sometimes feel “empty,” even tired of the music you have been learning for a while and wonder how to make the music sound alive and engaging? In this seminar, we will explore the effective, “holistic” methods of practising that lead to an artistic performance. You will overcome musical plateaus by asking a series of questions directed to yourself, to the piece, and to your imagined audience! How do you learn to listen to and hear important musical events within a piece? How do you turn “difficult” into “simple” and become inspired to work on piano technique?

These questions will be addressed, and more... Learn to activate your ear and mind, and become your own teacher!

Registration $395 before July 1 ($356 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

$485 after July 1 ($437 for families of 3+ or multiple camps*)

Auditing Fee$75 per day$150 full camp

Performance Friday, August 10, 2:00 pm St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre (404 Meredith Road NE)


Pianos and keyboards for the Musical Theatre Showtime; Piano Camp; Exploring the Arts Camp; and Play-

Writing Camp courtesy of:

Grand Hall for the Piano Pedagogy Workshopand CASS Recital courtesy of:

Facilities for Piano Camp; Adult Piano Camp; Exploring the Arts Camp; and PlayWriting Camp

donated in part by:St. VLaDiMiR’S CULtURaL CentRe

APPLICATION AND GUIDE

WHAT IS THE COMMUNITY INITIATIVES PROGRAM?

The Community Initiatives Program (CIP) provides funds from the Alberta Lottery Fund to enhance and enrich project-based community initiatives throughout Alberta. Funding is based on local needs and priorities, in accordance with provincial guidelines.

WHO MAY APPLY FOR CIP FUNDING?

Eligible applicants include:

1. Community not-for-profit groups registered (and in good standing) under one of the following:

• Societies Act • Libraries Act • Agricultural Societies Act • Part 9, Companies Act • Part 21, Business Corporations Act • Special Act of the Parliament of Canada • Special Act of the Alberta Legislature • School Act • Regional Health Authorities Act, Post-Secondary

Learning Act, Alberta Housing Act and Foundations established under and regulated by these Acts

• Cemetery Companies Act/Cemeteries Act

2. Municipalities (e.g. city, town, village, municipal district, specialized municipality, summer village or town under the Parks Towns Act)

3. First Nations and Métis Settlements

4. Social Services Sector and Regional Children’s Authorities

Community organizations that are not registered may have a sponsor apply on their behalf. The sponsor must be eligible under CIP funding criteria, and must take full legal and financial responsibility for the grant funds approved.

WHAT PROJECTS MIGHT BE FUNDED?

CIP is intended to support project-based initiatives in the

areas of:

• community services • parks • libraries • education • children’s services • environmental protection • recreation and sport • arts and culture • health • social services • seniors’ services

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Other major donors:

For accommodation, contact:Carriage House Inn 1.800.661.9566 (request CASSA rate);Hospitality Inn 403.278.5050; Hughes B & B 403.804.4431Travelodge 403.253.1111; or Blackfoot Inn 403.252.2253

For more information, contact:Calgary Arts Summer School Association (CASSA)201-11420 27 St SECalgary, AB T2Z 3R6 CANADATelephone 403.271.0418 Fax 403.278.3236 Email [email protected]

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