Musicians’ Weekend Workshop:
Information and Registration
Musicians from all walks of life and skill levels are invited to join us August 11-14 at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC) for…
An exciting and energizing weekend designed for the everyday musician with Maestro Christopher Wilkins, music director and conductor of the Akron Symphony Orchestra.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
5:00 pm Opening Dinner
Friday & Saturday, August 12 & 13
9:00 am – 8:00 pm Daily
Sunday, August 14, 2011
2:00 pm Closing Concert
Join musicians (18+), many already involved in community bands, orchestras, church groups, chamber ensembles or other performing groups from Greater Akron and the surrounding areas, for a fast-paced weekend of interactive workshops and sectional rehearsals with professional musicians from the Akron Symphony, and larger rehearsals led by Maestro Christopher Wilkins, culminating in a concert performance conducted by Maestro Wilkins.
Musicians will begin and end each day with full group rehearsals, work together to explore various musical styles, engage in sectional rehearsals, and enjoy hands-on sessions. Participants will be able to select from workshop activities such as conducting with the Maestro, question-and-answer times with professional musicians, and even trying their hands at ethnic drumming (African or Steel drums). Each day’s schedule will be interspersed with free time to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
This music-filled weekend is sure to challenge and inspire you, so don’t miss out! Register now!
Workshop Fee of $275 includes all music materials, sessions, and meals. A workshop t-shirt is available at a cost of $15.00; please be sure to indicate shirt size on registration form. Please make checks payable to: Akron Symphony, 17 N. Broadway, Akron, OH 44308
The Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC) is located at 3675 Oak Hill Road, Peninsula, Ohio 44264
