2009 COSMOPOLITAN TUBA EUPHONIUM WORKSHOP

[MikeMilnarik]

2009 COSMOPOLITAN TUBA EUPHONIUM WORKSHOP
formerly the Northeast Tuba Euphonium Workshop
July 18th-26th
ENDICOTT COLLEGE
Beverly, Massachusetts

Please see website for details...

http://www.c-tew.com" target="_blank" target="_blank

[DelVento]

can't wait for this!

[Allen]

I also can't wait! This will be the third year for me.

Anyone who hasn't yet experienced Mike's awesome organization, energy and musicality is in for a real treat.

Cheers,
Allen

[MikeMilnarik]

For those of you that are thinking about coming to the camp this year TODAY (January 30th) is the *postmarked by* deadline for the Payment Plan Option.

So if you'd like to split your payments up, save $, and pay a lower initial deposit - drop your application in the mail TODAY!

Next deadline is February 20th (early application deadline - SAVE $)

Information and application available on http://www.c-tew.com" target="_blank" target="_blank

(formerly the Northeast Tuba Euphonium Workshop)

[MikeMilnarik]

For those of you that are thinking about coming to the camp this year FRIDAY (February 20th) is the *postmarked by* deadline for the early application discount.

So if you'd like to save $ - drop your application in the mail by Friday!

Next deadline is April 3rd (FINAL application deadline)

Information and application available on http://www.c-tew.com" target="_blank

(formerly the Northeast Tuba Euphonium Workshop)

[HGillespie]

How many usually attend? And, how many of these are "older" folks? I'm thinking seriously about doing something this summer that is totally for myself and totally musical, so this is a consideration.

Do all of the attendees play solo at the end. I wouldn't mind trying a solo, but the thought of it gives me heartburn.

This is almost the cost of an Alaskan Cruise....but not as cold.

[druby]

I have attended the last two years and will be attending again.

1. Yes you will play a solo of your choosing.
2. You will perform in a Tuba Quartet.
3. You will perform in a massed Tuba ensemble.
4. You will have FUN!

Last year there were 16 Tubists and 8 Euphists. The ages ranged from about 15 to 73. There were perhaps 4 or 5 of us (including myself) in the 50+ age range and the rest were split up between high school and college students. None of the students were in the younger adult 25 - 50 age range. I think those are the years where folks are too busy to go to music camps! However, last year, in addition to Mike Milnarik and Roland Froescher, we had Adam Frey, Jamie Lipton, Sanae Kanda, Matt Brown, Patrick Nyren, and Mary MacKinnon on staff or as guest artists. So when staff and students are taken into account, there is an adequate representation of all agre ranges.

I have found the social interaction to be terrific. The youngsters have been quite mature and the old guys (like me) sem to know how to have fun and communicate across the age ranges. I cannot imagine a nicer environment.

Doug Ruby

[HGillespie]

Thank you Doug. That answers it for me. The camp is quite enticing, however, I'm not sure if I could get there from here. I live in Northern Alabama. This will take some thought.

Helen

[Allen]

Helen,

My friend Doug described the Workshop very well. However, he left out one aspect: I was shocked, simply shocked to discover that many of the adult (over age 21 only) attendees consumed some beer and/or wine in the evening. This led to conviviality and even laughter, which I'm sure you know is inconsistent with the stern seriousness of tuba and euphonium players. Be warned!

Seriously, do come if you can -- it's a great time! And, if you're nervous about doing your solo with piano, any of us who have attended before can discuss it and perhaps offer some tips. Remember, we're all in the same boat.

Cheers,
Allen Walker

[HGillespie]

HUMMMMMMM.....Only 1,162 miles or 19 hours 11minutes drive.

[HGillespie]

Sent in my deposit and bought my plane ticket today. Just thought I'd share.

[Allen]

Sent in my deposit and bought my plane ticket today. Just thought I'd share.

Great! All of us will look forward to meeting you. If you have any questions before you come, just send a PM to Doug or me.

Cheers,
Allen

[MikeMilnarik]

APRIL 3rd is the FINAL DEADLINE!

APPLY NOW!

Matthew Murchison, solo euphonium with the River City Brass Band just added.

See http://www.c-tew.com" target="_blank" target="_blank for more details.

[MikeMilnarik]

BUMP

[MikeMilnarik]

Still have room for more euphoniums and two more tuba players.

Drop me an email if interested.

Mike Milnarik info@c-tew.com" target="_blank" target="_blank