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2-Weeks of Intensive Guitar Study The NCSA Guitar Workshop is based upon participation, not just observation. Students spend several hours each day with guitar in hand, working together in small and large groups, as well as individually with the instructors. Because guitarists often do not have opportunities to play music together in their communities, the guitar orchestra and small chamber groups are an important focus of the program. Here is a list of some of the classes that are a part of the workshop:
Guitar Orchestra: All of the participant play together in sections, each led by a member of our resident quartet, to prepare and perform works for guitar orchestra; a sound and playing style which guitarists rarely get to experience.
Chamber Music: Small groups work together with an instructor to prepare and perform works for guitar ensemble, focusing on communication, precision, and artistry.
Movement/Technique Class: Participants work in groups with an instructor on principles and applications of efficient body use, good tone production, and easy, relaxed, and precise playing.
Lessons/Masterclasses: Players receive coaching on all aspects of their chosen solo repertoire, as well as additional instruction in technique, reading skills, etc.
Performance Class: Students work together in a cooperative and non-competitive atmosphere to develop their skill at performing for an audience.
Guitar History Class: Through listening, live performance, and discussion students are guided through over 500 years of guitar repertoire and style.
Improvisation: Participants explore basic skills for accompanying and improvisation for classical guitarists.
Recitals: The 2-week session is filled with evening Faculty and student recitals, as well as a guitar class performance in NCSA’s beautiful Watson Hall on the final afternoon of the workshop
Schedule:-A typical week’s schedule might look like this: Click Here
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