Concert Band Camp

Trombone Workshop WITH DR. PHIL OSTRANDER AND DR. JOHN TRANTER

Trombone Workshop is an opportunity for high school and advanced middle school students to play and study trombone for a week with professional trombonists Dr. Phil Ostrander and Dr. John Tranter. Trombone students will get the chance to play in large and small trombone ensembles, study privately and perform together in a final concert. Students will have an opportunity to study either tenor or bass trombone. We will also play and study chamber music, jazz improvisation and orchestral performance. Challenge Dr. Tranter in table tennis in your free time!

Dates: June 9-14, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

“I would like my parents to know how great of a learning experience it was, and that everything we do here makes us better musicians.”– TROMBONE STUDENT

Concert Band Camp at Shell Lake Arts Center is wildly popular! Join us for the musical fun and growth that has attracted over 100 students to camp each summer. Come for one or both camp sessions! Students completing grades 6-12 work side-by-side mentoring, performing and learning about a variety of musical concepts. Classes offered for all students may include, but are not limited to theory, history, improvisation, conducting, and even polka bands. There is a middle-level band and a high-school level band. Chamber ensembles will be offered as well as ensembles like garage band percussion. Students love to come back each year and continue to learn and grow!

Dates: Week I:  July 7-12, 2019 | Week II: July 14-19, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

“The teachers and conductors are better than I can describe!”– CONCERT BAND STUDENT

All abilities welcome! Sign up alone, or with your entire band, and spend the week working one-on-one with working professional rock band musicians. Rock Band Camp will help you and your band get on track - literally! Learn about making up practice calendars, getting gigs, proper equipment usage, gear, and creating the “performance” and making it your own!

Dates: July 21-26, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Rock Band Camp

“All the classes were interesting and fun, and I loved everything about the faculty and activities.” – ROCK BAND STUDENT

Learn how to improvise like a pro! Shell Lake’s Jazz Improvisation and Combo Camp features small group playing & rehearsals, masterclasses, improv sessions, jazz history and listening. Camp also includes Individual improvisation lessons and arranging classes! Join the thousands of students who have studied with our outstanding teaching-artist faculty, and get the skills to become a great jazz player. All levels of experience, from beginner to advanced, are accepted. You receive a personal private audition upon Sunday arrival, and are matched with others of the same level. Whether you’re just starting your jazz experience, or are an accomplished player and passionate about continuing your studies, this camp is for you!

Dates: June 30-July 5, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Jazz Improvisation & Combo Camp

“The best thing that happened to me this week was being inspired by all these amazing musicians! Motivation!”– JAZZ IMPROVISATION AND COMBO STUDENT

Take your piano-playing skills to the next level! Pianists will receive individualized and class instruction daily, with a focus on both solo and collaborative playing. In addition to lessons, classes will examine topics such as piano technique, sight-reading, accompaniment, efficient practice methods, keyboard theory, and piano literature. Each pianist will have the opportunity to perform solo pieces.

Dates: Week I: July 7-12, 2019 | Week II: July 14-19, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Piano Camp

“The best thing that happened to me at camp this week was getting to know the other campers. The opportunity to play piano with other pianists was new and fun for me because it’s such an individual instrument”– PIANO STUDENT

Get ready for a week of jazz playing that will change your life! Shell Lake’s renowned Jazz Ensemble and Combo Camp will give you the musical tools to become a great player. Full ensembles and small groups give every student the maximum experience in just one week of summer jazz study. You’ll learn improvised solo skills, styles, and play timeless jazz standards under the guidance of our nationally recognized teaching-artist faculty. All levels of experience are accepted, from beginner to advance. Students receive a personal private audition upon Sunday arrival, and are matched with others of the same level. Whether you’re just starting your jazz experience, or are an accomplished performer and passionate about continuing your studies, this camp is for you!

Dates: Week I: June 16-21, 2019 | Week II: June 23-28, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Jazz Ensemble & Combo Camp

“Every day was so much fun! I really loved combo!! It was an amazing week!”- JAZZ ENSEMBLE & COMBO STUDENT

No show choir experience is required to attend this outrageously fun camp! You will be provided an outstanding opportunity to gain experience in this genre, and receive instruction, appropriate for all abilities, from our master teachers. By working with professionals, you can develop greater musicianship, proper use of breath support, phrasing, interpretation, postures, stage presence, and the other disciplines needed in a show choir. You will enjoy singing and dancing to the song of today’s most exciting recording artists. We will also include a ballad and an up-tempo selection from the Class A WSMA Show Choir List.

Dates: July 21-26, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Show Choir Camp

“The best thing that happened to me at camp this week was meeting so many new amazing people and having so many fun moments.”– SHOW CHOIR STUDENT

MISSION

TO PROVIDE QUALITY CREATIVE ARTSEDUCATION AND

ENRICHMENTEXPERIENCES FOR A

DIVERSE POPULATION OF YOUTH AND ADULT

LEARNERS VISION

TO BECOME A LEADINGEDUCATION AND CULTURALENRICHMENT CENTER THAT

INSPIRES AND NURTURESARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT

THROUGH DYNAMICPROGRAMMING

VALUES• THE ARTS ENRICH OUR LIVES• THE ARTS SHOULD BE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL• EVERY INDIVIDUAL HAS CREATIVE

POTENTIAL AND ABILITY• EXPRESSIONS OF CREATIVITY AND

ABILITY SHOULD BE ENCOURAGED AND EMBRACED

• EVERYONE DESERVES A MASTER TEACHER• THE ARTS ENRICH OUR COMMUNITY

Located in beautiful northwestern Wisconsin, only a short hour and fifteen minutes north of Eau Claire, the Shell Lake Arts Center in Shell Lake provides a premium arts education experience for all students. Our camps and staff are well-respected nationally, and the Center is home to some of the longest running programs of their kind in the United States. With over 50 years of experience, the Arts Center masterfully provides a positive, safe and secure learning environment for students to further develop and explore their talents.

Participants are admitted without regard to race, color, national origin, age, or handicap.Shell Lake Arts Center is an inclusive organization, and we accept all artists and musicians.

Shell Lake Arts CenterPO BOX 315

802 First StreetShell Lake, WI 54871

Phone: (715) 468-2414www.shelllakeartscenter.org

Shell Lake Arts CenterREGISTRATION & INFORMATIONTo register, and for more detailed descriptions of each camp along with camp specific pricing, please visit our website at www.shelllakeartscenter.org. You will find sample schedules, lists of what to bring, and more! Camp faculty and dates of camps are subject to change.

If you would like a registration form mailed, or have any further questions, please contact our office by phone at 715-468-2414, email at info@shelllakeartscenter.org or by mail:

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New for 2019!! Your unforgettable week-long drumming experience awaits at this brand new camp! Find your inspiration as you work alongside other drummers overcoming challenges and reaching new milestones in this encouraging environment. Students will work with a professional drummer to learn the proper techniques, gain skills that they can use for the rest of their life, build confidence and grow as musicians.

The Shell Lake Arts Center is pleased to present Guitar & Bass Workshop 2019! This course, taught by a professional guitarist and musician, will provide an exciting learning environment for guitarists of all abilities. Students will be exposed to all styles and techniques of electric and acoustic guitar and bass, and they will be able to choose an area of focus in small groups. Ability tosight-read music not required. Note reading and music theory will be areas of study during the workshop. A week of presentations and performances by faculty and guest clinicians will conclude with a very special student concert.

Dates: June 9-14, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Dates:  June 9-14, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Drum Set Camp

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“I want my parents to know that I can learn a lot in just one week. It was amazing and I’m coming again next year!”- GUITAR & BASS WORKSHOP STUDENT

Come have a fantastic week with other students who are excited about viola and want to make music together! This workshop is for high school and advanced middle school violists who want to take their playing to the next level. Students will get an opportunity to play in large and small viola ensembles, have private lessons, and perform at the final concert. Students will also learn how to practice as effectively and efficiently as possible, how to warm up well, and how to prevent injury while playing.

Dates: July 28-August 2, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Viola Workshop WITH MOLLY GEBRIAN

“The best thing that happened to me this week at camp was that I learned so much about my technique that could benefit my sound.”- VOCAL STUDENT

No Experience Required! Music Theatre Camp is appropriate for all actors, singers and dancers who love musical theater! If you want to fine-tune your skills in time for your Jr./High School & Community Theatre auditions, this is the camp for you! We move fast, and work as hard as we play! With classes dealing with in the moment acting, vocal production and jazz/musical theatre dance techniques, you will be well on your way to becoming a genuine triple threat. You will spend the week with experienced faculty, who are also seasoned professional artists, alongside your fellow performers. All levels welcome! Space is limited, so get registered early!

Dates: August 4-9, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Music Theatre Camp

“The best thing that happened to me at camp this week was meeting people who were MY people. At the end of the week we were one big family! Boosted my confidence and learned way more than I thought I could! I’m coming back!”– MUSIC THEATRE STUDENT

The Shell Lake Arts Center is proud to present the Eugene Rousseau Saxophone Workshop™ with Dr. Preston Duncan, Director. You will receive instruction from a team of top performers and gifted educators. This program is designed to meet the needs of participants from various backgrounds. Each day is structured to comprise a series of events and classes, including saxophone ensemble, in which all enrolled will play. There will be sessions devoted to saxophone literature, and to the interpretation of music. The performance in class of solos and chamber music is both welcomed and encouraged. In addition, a wide range of materials prepared by the instructors will be given to each person enrolled.

July 28-August 2, 2019Entering Grade 7 – Adult

Eugene Rousseau Saxophone Workshop™ WITH DR. PRESTON DUNCAN, DIRECTOR

“It was very inspiring to learn from some of the best saxophonists in the country.” – SAXOPHONE STUDENT

Spend an exciting week learning the basics of digital filmmaking! Film Camp will introduce you to camera and editing techniques, as well as principles of lighting, sound design, and story development. Working individually or in teams, students will complete several short video projects throughout the week, as well as a culminating final project. The week will end with a gala premiere where you will screen your short films to the public!

Dates:August 4-9, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Film Making Camp

“The best that happened to me at camp this week was getting to express my creativity!”– FILM STUDENT

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It doesn’t matter how much experience you have drawing and painting. This class offers you the opportunity to set personal goals and receive one-on-one instruction in a small group setting. The more ideas and questions you come to camp with, the more you’ll improve your drawing and painting skills! Begin the week setting goals and working with the instructor to create a plan of action to meet those goals. The class is limited to 20 students so you will have plenty of opportunities to get feedback and guidance! You’ll be able to spend the day in the studio working independently and with the instructor and take your art from ordinary to extraordinary. A variety of quality water-based paints will be on hand, along with a variety of drawing materials. Painting and drawing surfaces include quality papers, canvas, and board. Students can learn to stretch their own canvas as well.

Come learn with the professional recording engineer Jake Carlson in the Shell Lake Arts Center Recording Studio this summer! Music production camp is a week of hands-on music production and audio engineering study! Students will learn both creative and technical skills beneficial to arranging, producing and recording using industry standard computer software. Taught by industry professionals, this course covers the basics of working in a studio environment in an exciting way that enables students to create their own original art as well as capture the sounds of others. No previous experience needed for Level 1! At the end of the program, students will leave with a CD and an archived copy of the recordings they made while at camp.

Prerequisites for Level 2: Level 2 is designed for campers who have attended the Music Production Camp before or first-time campers that already have a basic understanding of music production and Pro Tools software. Campers will learn more advanced production techniques as well as advanced software workflow.

Dates: August 4-9, 2019Completing Grades 6-12

Dates - Level 1 : Week I:  June 9-14, 2019 | Week II: June 16-21, 2019 | Week III:  June 23-28, 2019   Week IV: June 30-July 5, 2019 | Level 2 : Week I:  July 21-26, 2019 | Week II: July 28-August 2, 2019 Completing Grades 6-12

Painting & Drawing- Fueled By Your Imagination Music Production Camp

“The best thing that happened to me at camp this week was making a painting that I am proud of and having a great time all around! Great staff and teachers!”– PAINTING AND DRAWING WITH IMAGINATION STUDENT

“There was a good balance between teaching, hands-on learning, and personal work time. The best thing that happened to me this week was learning about recording, and getting to record other really talented musicians.”–MUSIC PRODUCTION CAMP STUDENT

This course gives the intermediate to advanced trumpet student, performer and pedagogue the opportunity to play and discuss trumpet all day and everyday for a week with Robert Baca. All attributes needed to build musicality and “chops” will be discussed along with performance applications for orchestra, concert band, and jazz ensemble. Camp content will include private lessons, group study, and trumpet ensemble performance. Emphasis will be placed on fixing challenges faced by all participants. This course is an excellent opportunity for pedagogues who do not play the trumpet to observe solutions given for the many trumpet challenges students face. This camp provides multiple practical and motivational ideas that students can take back to their schools!

Dates: July 28-August 2, 2019Entering Grade 7-Adult

Trumpet Workshop WITH ROBERT BACA

“The best thing that happened to me at camp this week was getting into the mindset to succeed.”– TRUMPET STUDENT

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