Course Descriptions

Dancer as Technician, Inventor, Artist

Taught by Jolie Long & Mary Ann Laverty

In this course, we will focus primarily on the development of the dancer. In ballet and modern technique classes, we will place emphasis on developing the necessary skills a dancer requires in order to receive the most benefit from the studio experience. Participants will learn to integrate artistry with technique, musicality, and kinesthetic and spatial awareness in order to reveal the complete dancer.  Discussion, analysis and evaluative critiques will be utilized to consider the choices made in movement invention and composition. We will examine the criteria that affect the realization of choreographic intent and explore compositional, process-oriented projects. Literature, film, poetic and visual arts will be utilized as inspirational spring boards to produce individual and group pieces.

The Magic If...Theatre 2009

Taught by Adanma Onyedike, David Sennett & Sheila Landahl,

Discovering the great traditions of the Master-Actor s craft, we will explore the methods that lead to vibrant individual and collective theatrical expression. Our daily experience will include group warm-ups and project groups that focus upon individual actor approaches to the work. Our focus is on process rather than product. We believe that the mastery of the craft of theatre is best achieved through studio work. Our goal is to develop tools needed by all theatre artists: collaboration, creativity, and artistic responsibility.

If 2 is THREE is IV.......

Taught by Belinda Haikes, Chris Stephens & Jim Respess

Construct identity through materiality and transformation in three separate dimensions simultaneously, connecting the bones of structure, the skin of surface and the perceptions of time. Students will connect the traditional media of drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture to time and space based artistic practices, investigating the relationship between self and environment.

Developing the Total Vocal Musician

Taught by Mark Greenawalt & Michelle Gulick

Focusing on the many aspects involved in developing the total musician, we will incorporate warm-ups, technique, tone quality, and stylistic elements in solo and ensemble repertoire. Additionally, partner work, opera scenes, oratorio, and individual practice will be used. Musicians will be encouraged to make informed and expressive interpretive choices, to practice critical listening, and to develop collaborative music-making skills. These musical skills will be honed through group performances, master classes, practice sessions, coaching sessions, discussions, and class activities. 

Developing the Total Instrumental Musician

Taught by Alexandra Caldwell, Bryan Hooten, Eric Ruple, Sarah Tomasewski

This course focuses on the many aspects involved in developing the total musician. Each day we will explore warm-ups, tone quality, interpretation, and stylistic elements in both solo and ensemble repertoire. We will also address a variety of issues pertaining to each musician including performance anxiety, college auditions, efficient practice, and music careers. Development will take place through group performances, master classes, practice sessions, coaching sessions, and discussions.