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Vocal Arts Institute
July 15-28, 2012
Session Fee: $1750
Application Deadline: Still accepting applications for tenors and basses
U-M Faculty Director: Professor Jerry Blackstone (conductor)
Professor Eugene Rogers(conductor)
Professor Julie Skadsem (conductor and Dalcroze teacher)
with renowned U-M voice faculty Melody Racine, Martha Sheil and Stephen West
Combining choral ensemble singing, voice lessons, and music classes, VAI offers energized and challenging experiences focused on both choral and solo vocal training. Small group voice lessons allow participants to study with UM voice faculty members and class offerings include ensemble
rehearsals and theory/musicianship classes. As members of the Vocal Art
Institute Chorale, all students have anopportunity to rehearse and perform
diverse and exciting SATB repertoire.
The Vocal Arts Institute Chorale will perform on the final Saturday and student recital allow participants to perform solo works throughout the two weeks.
CLASS OFFERINGS
- Vocal Arts Institute Chorale
- Small group voicelessons
- Dalcroze Eurhythmics
- Theory/Musicianship
"I loved the MPulse experience. I made friends there that will last for a lifetime. I am definately going back." (Clarice, VAI 2011, MI)
APPLICATION INFORMATION
The application materials, including the application, application fee, recorded audition, and teacher recommendation (optional), are required for all applicants and should be received by February 15, 2012. All application materials, including the optional teacher recommendation, must be uploaded electronically. Instructions for uploading materials will be provided once an online application has successfully been completed.
Applications may be submitted after February 15, however, priority will be given to all applications received by the application deadline.
Notifications to all applicants will be mailed Friday, March 30, 2012. No decisions will be given by phone.
AUDITION INFORMATION
RECORDED AUDITION - UPLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
Submit a 2-4 minute long recorded audition of one piece, preferably with accompaniment, chosen from the classical repertoire, and appropriate for your age and ability. You will be provided with an upload link following your online application submission.
RECOMMENDATION (Optional)
You may have one of your current music teachers (school teacher or private teacher) assess your work in a letter of recommendation. In addition to your musical abilities, the letter may discuss your personal characteristics such as initiative, dependability, and your commitment to increasing your musical skills. The letter should be uploaded with your audition recording. Electronic submissions will be not be accepted.
Online Application
The General Information link includes many important items. Please click here if you have not yet read this information.
"MPulse is the best vocal camp I've ever been to. Everyone was so nice and welcoming. The professors were so helpful, nice, and approachable. They want to help you sing your best. I became more passionate about my singing. I learned techniques and tips that will forever change the way I sing. I made so many friends, and I felt myself grow as an artist, and as an individual." (Katie,VAI 2011, OH)
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