In 2008 the Baroque Flute & Continuo Player Boot Camp (BF&CPBC)
takes place from July 27 to August 2.
The BF&CPBC is open to baroque flute players
of all levels,
and intermediate-to-advanced viola da gamba,
baroque cello, and lute/baroque guitar players
looking to improve their technique and continuo playing skills.
We are very supportive and encouraging to those new to the
baroque flute. For the advanced players
of all instruments, we offer a stimulating and challenging
environment (we throw down the gauntlet and challenge
you to pick it up).
The BF&CPBC offers predominantly flute and continuo instruction
and technique by day, with smaller group classes, large
and small ensemble playing, and technical clinics by night.
Participants also have time to meet in smaller groups on their own to work on
various types of ensembles, with and without coaching.
Enrollment is limited to 16 flute players,
8 bowed-string players, and 4 lute/guitar
players.
Our faculty this year--
Kim Pineda (Director),
Janet See, and
Ingrid Crozman, flute
David Morris, cello
and viola da gamba
Ronnee Fullerton,
viola da gamba
Elizabeth Brown, lute and baroque guitar
The BF&CPBC gives you the chance to work hard under close supervision.
What to expect at the Boot Camp:
- Your instructors will push you out of your comfort zone to improve your playing technique.
- Expand your knowledge of baroque style and interpretation.
- Integrate this by playing in small groups, large groups, and in the class recital.
- Learn how to lead, accompany, play together, and learn the difference.
- Gain confidence in a non-competitive environment.
- Group classes in Alexander Technique as it relates to playing your instrument
- Applied music theory (it comes in handy!)
- Have fun in the process.
