Join MYS this summer for your choice of one of our unique day-camp offerings! You can choose which of our two programs you would to use this tuition fee for:

The 2014 Advanced Chamber Music program will incorporate Baroque performance practice, improvisation, theory and dance into ensemble playing. Discover the world of Baroque music presented in partnership with Flying Forms, a Saint Paul-based professional chamber ensemble founded by Marc Levine (MYS alum) and his wife Tami Morse. These classes are very similar to instruction in jazz music where students learn chord symbols, scales and patterns on which to improvise. Students will have access to Baroque bows and gut strings. This one-of-a-kind program offers a comprehensive hands-on setting that brings the many aspects of Baroque performance practice to life!

The MYS Chamber Strings class begins the day with orchestra rehearsal, led by MYS conductor Patricia Kelly. In the afternoon, students will break out into smaller groups and explore Baroque performance practice, music history, improvisation, and dance.
 
Both of our Summer Program classes incorporate:

• Music theory as a tool in developing "no fear" improvising skills
• Learning how to turn numeric symbols into a choice of notes (continuo)
• Adding patterns and ornaments to simple music to bring color to your performance

All classes are day-long, Monday-Friday July 7-18, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in St. Paul. No audition required; the Baroque program is open to all instruments. Tuition for either class is normally $500, so bid now!

Visit the MYS website for more details. https://mnyouthsymphonies.org/