Classes
Advanced Piano Class:
This class will be held in the piano lab. Under the tutelage of our piano instructor, students will be able to work on their own pieces, new pieces introduced during camp, and have the opportunity to play for the class and as a multi-piano ensemble.
Bass Guitar Class:
Learn bass guitar techniques in a group class. You must provide your own bass guitar.
Careers in Music (Junior Camp only) :
Explore the many options found in the field of music. Each day students will be taught by a professional working in one of the many fields in music.
Chamber Music (woodwinds and strings only):
Learn to play ensemble music in a small chamber setting. Students will be divided into appropriate ensembles and coached on the intricacies of chamber music performance. Woodwinds and strings only.
Composition (Senior Camp only):
Learn the basics of music composition. Students must be able to read music to participate in this class.
Conducting:
Learn conducting patterns and how to direct a musical ensemble. Students will watch videos about conducting and you will take turns conducting in your class.
Dance Class:
Students will learn a dance routine that integrates jazz and contemporary styles. While learning this routine, they will develop an appreciation for dance as a fine art and learn proper technique. No experience or special equipment required.
Fiddle Class:
For string players only. Learn the basics of fiddling and folk music. All orchestral string instruments may participate.
Flute Choir:
Students will learn about and play music written for flute ensemble, from 3-6 parts. Intonation, embouchre, proper breathing, and high note fingerings will be taught. High school students will have the opportunity to play the bass and alto flutes.
Fundamentals of Music Theory :
This course introduces students to the rudiments of music theory: rhythm, scales, key signatures, intervals, melody, chords and tonality, for the purpose of developing an understanding of the fundamental building blocks of tonal music.
Guitar Class:
Learn guitar techniques in a group class. You must provide your own guitar.
Beginning guitar: 0-1 years of experience
Intermediate guitar: 2 or more years of experience
Handbells:
Learn the basics of ringing handbells and play in a bell ensemble. Please indicate previous experience. Students must be able to read music well for this class.
Introduction to the Piano:
Held in the digital piano lab. This is a class for students with no previous piano experience. Students will learn beginning piano skills.
Introduction to Music Therapy (Senior Camp only):
This class will introduce students to the profession of music therapy. Learn how music can be used in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and various other settings to reach non-musical goals. Students will be given opportunities to learn and lead music therapy interventions.
Jazz Improvisation (Senior Camp only) :
A class for instrumentalists who wish to learn the basics of jazz improvisation.
Voice Class:
Students will work in a studio setting with a vocal professional to develop and improve individual vocal technique and tone production. A variety of repertoire will be utilized.
The World of Music :
In this course, students will learn about music as it has existed at various times throughout human culture, including non-Western music. No reading of music notation involved. Simply come and enjoy!
Ensembles
Students must have at least one year of experience and bring their own instrument. Knollcrest Music Camp does not supply instruments.
Band:
A concert band ensemble. For flute and piccolo, oboe, clarinet, alto and bass clarinet, bassoon, French horn, saxophone, trumpet and cornet, trombone, baritone, euphonium, tuba and percussion.
Choir:
Practice and perform choral works as an ensemble.
Jazz Band:
A jazz band for all saxophones, trumpet and cornet, trombone, bass clef baritone or euphonium, drumset (experience needed), electric guitar, electric or string bass, and piano.
Music Theatre:
Involves dancing, acting, and singing in a production of a well-known musical. You are required to provide your own costume. Music theatre is limited to the first 60 applicants. Additional applicants will be placed in choir. No student instrumentalists are used.
String Orchestra:
For violin, viola, cello and bass players.
