| Becoming a Soloist Instructor: Carole Dawn Reinhart Learn the difference between playing a solo and being a soloist. This master class will cover developing and improving stage presence; dealing with difficulties in traveling, practicing and rehearsals; and physical and mental fulfillment of the music (how breathing relaxes the nerves and also brings the music to life). This session will also include a discussion of Viennese Classical Style (tonguing, rhythm, etc. for Haydn, Hummel and Neruda). |
| Brass & Babies: A Peanut Butter & “JAM” Session Moderator: Barbara Prugh Panelists: Mary Judge, Debra Taylor This session will offer mom (or dad) brass players and potential parents-to-be an opportunity to share their experiences, frustrations, and concerns in an informal, conversational atmosphere. If you could use or offer some support and/or advice (or just some validation that you’re still basically sane!) in this delicate juggling act of music and motherhood (or fatherhood) – or just want to share some laughs, come on out and join us for what should be a fun session! |
| Brass Orchestral Repertoire Reading Session Instructor: Marie Speziale Marie Speziale will conduct and coach an orchestral brass section. The works to be read will be: Wagner Overture to Die Meistersinger, Holst Planets, and Strauss Ein Heldenleben. All those interested in participating in the reading session may obtain instrumentation/information at the registration desk. Please sign up by June 28th, 5:00 pm. |
| Embouchure Troubleshooting Instructor: Karen Schneider This session will focus on troubleshooting embouchure flaws, dealing with issues such as centering your sound, smoother transitions into the low or high registers, consistency of sound throughout the range, accuracy, getting rid of the fuzz and reducing back pain and tightness with proper posture and relaxation. |
| Focus! Focus! Focus! (or Where You Put Your Attention is What Gets Nourished) Instructor: Deborah Weisz Whether you wish to become an improviser or simply wish to improve your existing skills, this master class will help you do it. Ms. Weisz, jazz trombonist with Diva, will demonstrate what to focus on in your day-to-day playing. Topics covered in this session will include: Incorporating the Ideas of Creative Practicing; Setting Limits to Encourage Creativity; How to Solo in Any Ensemble; and Good Habits to Get Into in Order to Become an Improviser. Bring your horns! |
| Health Issues: Striving for Wellness; Surviving Illness Instructor: Betty Scott Panelists: Kathy Brantigan, Janet Griffith This panel presentation will include: 1) Personal stories of surviving cancer and other illnesses. 2) Suggestions for maintaining optimal health. 3) Alternative health practices – possibilities and suggestions. 4) Discussion of the body-mind-spirit connection. 5) And, of course, questions and commentaries from those attending the panel discussion. Outside of “correct practice,” is there anything more important than your physical-emotional-mental-spiritual health? Plan to attend this session for your personal well-being. |
| How to Create Your Own Jobs Moderator: Kathy Brantigan Panelists: Eugene Frey, Theresa Hanebury Take the first step into the unknown by gaining some insights and directions from our three panelists. |
| Instrument Master Classes Barbara Butler – Trumpet Robin Graham – Horn Rebecca Bower Cherian – Trombone Julie Bantin – Bass Trombone Angie Hunter – Euphonium Dan Perantoni – Tuba |
| Jazz Improv! Marvin Stamm One of the masters of jazz improvisation offers insight into the art. |
| Learn from the Met Horn Mavens Instructors: Julie Landsman, Michelle Baker, Anne Scharer, Barbara Jöstlein The Met Horn Quartet’s master class focuses on the Carmine Caruso method, audition techniques, sound development, smoothing register breaks and other related topics. Questions from attendees will be welcomed. The Quartet will also perform standard orchestral quartets and coach a student horn quartet. |
| March to a Different Drummer: Military Music Careers Moderator: Jan Duga Panelists: Natalie Arnold, Amy Horn, Tammy Leverone, Kirsten Lies-Warfield, Suzanne Rice, Sandra Quaschnick, Susan Rider, Ernest Toplis, Ginger Turner If you’ve ever considered a music career in the military, this master class is for you! The session will focus in depth on the music opportunities available in the premier military bands. Brass performers representing the top U.S. Army, Marine, Navy and Air Force Bands stationed in Washington, DC, will share their insights and experiences and answer your questions. |
| Music in the New Millennium Moderator: Faye-Ellen Silverman Panelists: Carolyn Bremer, Mary Judge, Frank Proto Composer Faye-Ellen Silverman will moderate a panel discussion exploring the ideas of three composers: Carolyn Bremer (the commissioned composer of IWBC Conference 2000), and Cincinnati-based composers Frank Proto and Mary Judge. Each composer will comment on her/his compositional style and compositional goals. Panel members will also comment on the current directions and trends of today’s music. Performances of works by Bremer, Proto and Silverman will be performed by the Canterbury Brass: guest artist Stephen Burns and Stacy Simpson, trumpets; Kathyrin Hagen, horn; guest artist Mark Babbitt, trombone; and Todd Nix, tuba. If time allows, panel will open the session to questions focusing on the new music. |
| Optimal Performance Instructor: Don Greene Attain your “Optimal Performance Level” through this series of practical techniques and proven strategies. These methods have aided a large number of musicians in earning positions with the Metropolitan Opera, the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, the Houston Symphony and the National Symphony Orchestra, among others. |
| Preparing for College Auditions Instructors: Paul Hillner, Anne Marie Lyons A workshop for teachers and high school students. Preparation is the key to success for all students who are planning to apply for entrance to college music programs. The session focuses primarily on helping brass and woodwind players develop outstanding instrumental auditioning skills. Some emphasis is placed on other areas of importance to students, such as theory, financial aid, piano, degree programs, career options, and college entrance requirements. Mr. Hillner will be assisted by Ms. Annmarie Lyons, current CCM Admissions Officer. Special thanks to M. Dee Stewart for assisting with the organization of this presentation. Mr. Stewart is the director of College Audition Preparation (CAP) at Indiana University. The program is for high school junior and senior wind players who are considering a career in music. This year’s CAP will be held July 22-27. |
| The Section: How does it work? Will I fit in? Instructor: Susan Slaughter Panelists: Lauraine Carpenter, Cathy Leach, Judith Saxton, Marie Speziale Assisted by: Karen Donnelly, Theresa Hanebury, Tammy Leverone, Michelle Rakers, Carole Dawn Reinhart, Susan Rider, Stacy Simpson, Nancy Taylor, Ginger Turner Would you like to “audition” for this job? Just sign up at the registration desk and pick up your music. You just made the finals! |
| Surviving the Recording and CD Replication Processes Instructors: Frank Proto (recording) / Keith Kavanaugh (graphic design, replication) A 2-part primer for all musicians. Part 1 will cover an overview of the process as well as tips specific to brass players. Part 2 deals with the post-recording steps to self-producing a CD. Includes graphic design, printing, pre-mastering and replication, where to find these services and how much they cost. |
| Tips from the Top Moderator: Abbie Conant An informal chat session with Abbie and friends. They share experiences and advice about careers and life in the world of music. |
| Working With and For the Opposite Sex Moderator: Laurel Ohlson Panelists: Stacy Baker, Rebecca Bower Cherian, Randy Gardner, Laura Lineberger, Marvin Stamm, Ernest Toplis A lively and thoughtful discussion about the joys and challenges of working with and for the opposite sex. Share your ideas and life experiences with these experienced performers and educators. Together we will explore how to maximize the positive aspects of combining a variety of personal and communicative styles within the work environment. |
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