High School Piano Camp

Now in its 33rd year, Piano Camp is a unique and exciting musical expereiance for high school students. Led by Professor of Piano, Ingrid Clarfield, the faculty includes Donald Smith, Todd Simmons, Kristen Topham, and Laura Amoriello. Ms. Clarfield will present lecture/demonstrations, master classes and group discussions. Which will allow participants the opportunity to explore, in a supportive environment. The many facets of playing the piano. Ideas on efficient practice techniques, stylistic interpretation, memorization and dealing with performance anxiety will be presented. By reviewing videotapes of their playing and coaching, pianists will be able to study technique, performance choreography, develop poise and strive for a polished performance.

Program Highlights
• Students will be coached in solo, duet and two-piano pieces in addition to prepared solos form their current repertoire.
• Students receive supervised practice session during the week.
• Ms. Clarfield will provide guidance in the preparation of college auditions, recitals competitions and career opportunities.
• Students attend classes in style and interpretation, technique, music history, theory, jazz and accoumpanying.
• Student will demonstrate what they have learned by performing solo and ensemble piece in a recital on Friday afternoon

Daily Schedule
Monrning: Group classes in technique, memory tips and performance anxiety Master classes in solo repertorie.
Afternoon: Ensemble rehearsals and coaching, group classes in music, performance chorography, preparing for auditions and mater classes( solo repertoire)
Evening: fun group activities that teach theory, jazz, improvisation, composition and accompanying, supervised practice sessions on solo and ensemble repertoire.

Enrollment
Enrollment is open to students entering the 9th grade through those who have just completed their senior year.