July 17 - 20, 2012 - Ivoryton, Connecticut
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REGISTRATION FOR THE 2012 CAMP IS NOW OPEN All of the forms are now available to register for the 2012 Company of Fifers and Drummers Juniors' Camp! Spots will fill up fast, so send in your reqistration quick. Please be sure to take a look at the Audition Requirements and the 2012 Audition Music. |
About the Camp
The Company of Fifers and Drummers Junior Fife and Drum Camp is offered each year to ensure that the quality and scope of fifing and drumming continues to improve, expand, and prosper. This is accomplished through the use of instructional workshops, which provide junior drum corps members with the tools needed to increase their knowledge in various aspects of fifing and drumming. All workshops are conducted in a friendly, open, and professional manner to provide a positive experience for all.
For more information you can also contact the camp director directly: Cap Corduan
2012 Camp Theme
In the past few years we have attempted to familiarize the Campers with the music & concepts of Corps that influenced the music & styles we now play. It has been a bit of musically history and hopefully has given the Campers knowledge of where their roots are when it comes to fife & drum.
This year we will explore the music of the award winning Connecticut Yanks. It is also our pleasure to have a number of the players from that corps on our staff. The stories, as well as musical talent that accompanies said stories, will be invaluable to our young musicians. We can only hope to inspire them to make their own fife & drum history.
To quote their record jacket, “The Yanks sound is one of variety and complexity bringing a unique sophistication to the world of ancient fife and drum.”……..The Yanks made “strides for ever higher plateau of excellence motivated by one word, PRIDE.”
PRIDE, a word that rings true with The Company of Fifers & Drummers Junior Camp! “Ladies and Gentlemen, the Yanks are coming!”
The Company of Fifers and Drummers Junior Fife and Drum Camp is offered each year to ensure that the quality and scope of fifing and drumming continues to improve, expand, and prosper. This is accomplished through the use of instructional workshops, which provide junior drum corps members with the tools needed to increase their knowledge in various aspects of fifing and drumming. All workshops are conducted in a friendly, open, and professional manner to provide a positive experience for all.
For more information you can also contact the camp director directly: Cap Corduan
2012 Camp Theme
In the past few years we have attempted to familiarize the Campers with the music & concepts of Corps that influenced the music & styles we now play. It has been a bit of musically history and hopefully has given the Campers knowledge of where their roots are when it comes to fife & drum.This year we will explore the music of the award winning Connecticut Yanks. It is also our pleasure to have a number of the players from that corps on our staff. The stories, as well as musical talent that accompanies said stories, will be invaluable to our young musicians. We can only hope to inspire them to make their own fife & drum history.
To quote their record jacket, “The Yanks sound is one of variety and complexity bringing a unique sophistication to the world of ancient fife and drum.”……..The Yanks made “strides for ever higher plateau of excellence motivated by one word, PRIDE.”
PRIDE, a word that rings true with The Company of Fifers & Drummers Junior Camp! “Ladies and Gentlemen, the Yanks are coming!”
Highlights
• The program will run Tuesday through Friday, and conclude with a performance at the Friday night tattoo at the Deep River Muster.
• A day camper program for those who live locally and do not wish to overnight at the camp is available.
• The Drum Major program will run Tuesday through Friday
• Campers can qualify for the Advanced Musicians program, which is designed to provide a more intense educational focus. Individuals qualifying for this sub-group will be given the challenge of specially written fife & drum Solos that will be performed as part of the stand piece. Responsible, capable, and friendly chaperones and staff.
• Comfortable, spacious classrooms and ample outdoor practice space.
• Evening recreational activities, concerts and crafts.
Musical Program• The program will run Tuesday through Friday, and conclude with a performance at the Friday night tattoo at the Deep River Muster.
• A day camper program for those who live locally and do not wish to overnight at the camp is available.
• The Drum Major program will run Tuesday through Friday
• Campers can qualify for the Advanced Musicians program, which is designed to provide a more intense educational focus. Individuals qualifying for this sub-group will be given the challenge of specially written fife & drum Solos that will be performed as part of the stand piece. Responsible, capable, and friendly chaperones and staff.
• Comfortable, spacious classrooms and ample outdoor practice space.
• Evening recreational activities, concerts and crafts.
• Music books provided for each camper, which will include jam tunes and camp performance pieces.
• Appearance at the famous Deep River Ancient Muster Tattoo allows campers to showcase their camp accomplishments.
• Standpiece allows campers of all ability levels to participate fully in the performance, which will also include advanced small ensemble pieces for the more seasoned players.
• Standpieces will be available online so participants can practice prior to camp.
• Instructional program focuses on improvement of playing and performance skills, and music-reading ability.
Location
• Camp will be held at The Incarnation Center in Ivoryton, Connecticut, located between Saybrook and Westbrook. The town is easily accessible from Interstate Route 95 and Route 9. (info@incarnationcenter.org)
Age Requirements
• Camp is open to those musicians who have completed fourth grade at the time of camp, up to and including those who are members of the class of 2012.
• Maximum age is 18.
• Camp will be held at The Incarnation Center in Ivoryton, Connecticut, located between Saybrook and Westbrook. The town is easily accessible from Interstate Route 95 and Route 9. (info@incarnationcenter.org)
Age Requirements
• Camp is open to those musicians who have completed fourth grade at the time of camp, up to and including those who are members of the class of 2012.
• Maximum age is 18.
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Audition Video • Each Camper will need to submit an Audition Video to allow the staff to place the Camper in the appropriate instructional group. • The Audition Video may accompany registration or you can mail in at a later date but before May 1st. Please make sure to include your name on the video. • Audition Video must be part of this Registration packet and Advanced • Auditon Video may be submitted through YouTube or Facebook. Click Here for audition details. |
Registration Information • Registration opens February 1, 2012. • Maximum number of campers is 85, so register early to save your space. 2012 Rates
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Special Information for Travelers • Deep River is approximately 10 minutes from the camp location. • There are a number of car rental agencies in the area. • Ivoryton, and the surrounding towns, have numerous reasonably-priced restaurants and hotels for visiting families. |
Camp Donations The camp will glady accept monetary donations in any amount to help defray the cost of this event. Your donations are tax deductible. Checks should be made payable to: |
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The Junior Fife and Drum Camp is an educational program of the Company of Fifers and Drummers, a 501(c) 3, non-profit organization |