2010 Pokorny Low Brass Seminar

[Andrew Glendening]

The University of Redlands School of Music is pleased to announce the 2010 Pokorny Low Brass Seminar June 11-16, 2010. This year’s faculty includes Gene Pokorny, tuba (Chicago Symphony Orchestra), Randall Hawes, bass trombone (Detroit Symphony Orchestra), Michael Mulcahy, trombone (Chicago Symphony Orchestra) and Dean of the School of Music Dr. Andrew Glendening.

This is an intense workshop for low brass players to really engage a wide range of musical, stylistic, technical and professional issues in-depth with unprecedented access to some of the most respected low brass players.

In past years the performers have included professional symphony musicians, free-lancers, college teachers, graduate and undergraduate music majors, advanced high school students and dedicated amateurs. These broad perspectives have created wonderfully rich discussions that inspired and energized all of the participants.

The curriculum consists of:

Faculty solo and ensemble recitals
Daily Group warm-up classes
Daily Individual Masterclasses
Daily Joint Clinics
Daily Orchestral section work

All student performers will play daily in masterclasses, an orchestral section and have the opportunity to perform a solo or chamber work on the final concert.

Only a limited number of performers will be accepted by audition or professional recommendation. Auditors may join in the group warm-up sessions, but will not perform in the masterclasses, clinics or concerts.

To apply as a performer, complete the application and submit a one-page resume and a recording of 2 contrasting solo passages and 5 standard orchestral excerpts by April 1, 2010. To apply by professional reference contact Dr. Andrew Glendening directly at Andrew_Glendening@redlands.edu" target="_blank" target="_blank. Performers will be notified by April 15, 2010. Tuition for performers is $650.

To audit the Seminar, complete the application and return with the appropriate fee. Auditors may choose to attend daily for $75 per day or for the entire workshop for $250.

On campus housing is available at reasonable rates.

More information and application forms are available at http://www.redlands.edu/music" target="_blank" target="_blank