Band Camp: Middle School 2008
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Middle School (Grades 6-8) - July 13-18, 2008
Philosophy:
We help campers enjoy and strengthen a solid base of musical knowledge. Additional attention is given to the acquisition of knowledge on their specific instrument and to broaden their definition of "music." We create a positive, safe and fun learning environment that assists the camper in meeting and making friends. Our philosophy is designed to nurture the whole camper with a focus on fun.
During the course of the week there is some variation to our camp's routine. We try to create a balance of music and other activities. There is so much more to camp than music!
A Typical Day
- Breakfast
- Morning Band Rehearsal
- Music Class (Theory, Explore Music, etc.)
- Lunch
- Band Rehearsal
- Break (art time, bookstore trips, recreation center, etc., supervised by staff)
- Chamber Music (one for each family of instrument or Jazz Ensemble)
- Dinner/Free Time (planned activities to choose from; supervised by staff)
- Rehearsal or Similar Instrument Sectional
- Evening Recital (different each night)
- Free Time (swimming, movies, games and others to choose from, supervised by staff)
- Bed Check/Lights Out
Camp Director
Dr. Glenn C. Hayes, is in his 21st year as Director of Bands at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He is a widely sought-after clinician who contributes significantly to the region’s level of music. His responsibilities include conducting several UW-Whitewater ensembles as well as music education instruction. His goal is to create an energetic musical opportunity for campers and help them become lifelong lovers of music. His primary conducting teachers have been John P. Paynter and Norman C. Dietz. He has also studied privately with Elizabeth A. H. Green and Philip Greenburg. Dr. Hayes earned his undergraduate degree from Central Michigan University and master/doctoral degrees from Northwestern University.
Guest Conductors
Cheryl Miracle, has completed her 8th year as band director in Franklin, Wisconsin. She has worked with students from fifth grade through high school, and she also serves as the curriculum director for the music department. Ms. Miracle earned her bachelors degree in Music Education from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater and her masters degree in Music Education from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. In 2007, Ms. Miracle was the proud recipient of the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Award. When not teaching, she plays horn in the Kettle Moraine Symphony and she is also an active member of the Wisconsin Youth Band Director’s Association. Ms. Miracle, born and raised in Wisconsin, has a great admiration for local composers including Larry Daehn and Pierre LaPlante.
Richard Tengowski, is the Director of Bands for the School District of Kohler and received his B.M. in Music Education from St. Norbert College and his M.M. from Northwestern University. He teaches elementary, middle and high school concert bands, jazz ensemble, pep band, and secondary general music. Tengowski has taken leadership roles with the Comprehensive Musicianship through Performance Project, Wisconsin Challenging Content Standards Task Force in developing standards for the state of Wisconsin, and has served as the WMEA State Band Chair. Tengowski’s work has been published in a recent book entitled Shaping Sound Musicians and MENC publications entitled Performance Standards for Music, Strategies for Teaching Beginning and Intermediate Band and Strategies for Teaching High School Band. Currently, he serves on the state task force to revise the Wisconsin Music Curriculum Guide and serves on the Music Educators Journal Editorial Committee. Some of his accomplishments in education include research in music student assessment and the implementation of CMP and Arts Propel assessment programs in school districts throughout the Midwest. An active speaker and clinician, he has addressed state, regional and national education groups including the WMEA state conferences and MENC national conferences. Tengowski is a member of MENC, WMEA, WBA, Wisconsin Arts Assessment Leadership Academy, and is Past-President of the Wisconsin Association of Music Supervisors, Coordinators, and Department Chairs.
Our Staff
Our staff is a family of certified and experienced music educators as well as UW-Whitewater music education majors. On average, our staff has 4-6 years of teaching experience and some have as many as 15+ years teaching music education. Regionally respected guest conductors direct the large ensembles. Everyone works energetically together to assess each camper’s ability and to create an environment that will encourage, enlighten and energize the camper about music.
FAQ about Warhawk Summer Band Camps:
Q. Who are the staff/members?
A. The staff is made up of experienced licensed music educators, UW-Whitewater Faculty and music education students.
Q. How are the campers supervised?
A. Our camper to staff ratio is 10:1. We have staff assigned to teach, organize activities as well as check in and see how each camper is doing.
Q. Is UW-Whitewater a safe place to send my child?
A. UW-W prides itself on its summer camp programs. While no place is 100% safe, we are dedicated to the safety, supervision and happiness of our campers.
Q. I still have questions, who can I ask?
A. Consult the online FAQ if that does not answer your questions you could contact the Offices of Continuing Education Services, 262-472-3165, Email: cesevents@uww.edu
Housing
All resident campers live in the residence hall facilities at UW-Whitewater. Our live-in adult staff supervise camper activities. Developing new friends is encouraged.
The UW-Whitewater will hold all campers responsible for their conduct. Serious misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate dismissal from camp. Campers dismissed from the camp will not receive a refund. Roommate requests will be honored when possible; otherwise campers are paired by age and gender.
Tuition
Middle School (grades 6-8 in Fall 2008)
- $385 for resident campers
- $300* for commuting campers
A $20 per camper discount will be given to groups of eight or more from the same school attending the same week of camp.
*Commuting campers receive lunch and dinner daily.
Includes all:
- instruction
- t-shirt
- concert CD
- food
- lodging
- insurance*
- semi-private lesson with professional staff
- recreational activities
*Each camper will be covered by a limited accident insurance policy. The insurance includes primary insurance coverage up to $1000, secondary coverage up to $5000 and $300 maximum dental insurance. Insurance does not cover pre-existing injuries and is for accidents only.
Special Notice
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities and employment policies, for all persons regardless of race, color, gender, creed, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, Vietnam-era veteran status, parental status and pregnancy.
If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.
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Contact Information
Office of Continuing Education Services
2005 Roseman, UW-Whitewater
Whitewater, Wisconsin
(262) 472-3165
Email: cesevents@uww.edu
