Orchestral Conducting and String Performance Program

An accelerated experience for the high school and college orchestral string player

Date: Sunday, July 23 – Friday, July 28, 2023  CANCELLED
Application Deadline: July 15, 2023
Location: Wilmot Music Building and Beston Hall in the Glazer Music Performance Center, Nazareth
Tuition: $500 

Director: Nancy Strelau, nstrela1@naz.edu, 585-704-9355
Conducting Faculty: Prof. Nancy Strelau, Dr. Raul Munguia, Mr. Shade Zajac, Mr. Evan Meccarello
String Faculty:  Dr. Raul Munguia

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ORCHESTRAL CONDUCTING TRACK*

  • High school and college students string students (age 15-22) interested in an introduction to orchestral conducting or a continuation of on-going orchestral conductor training
  • Minimum string performance level: equivalent to a solid NYSSMA Level 5
  • Students will work with conducting teachers in rehearsal techniques and performance preparation
  • Students will also play in a string quartet or quintet as part of their musical development

*More challenging literature will be given to students with formal conducting training or experiences.

STRING PERFORMANCE TRACK

  • High school and college students string students (age 15 – 22)
  • Minimum performance level: equivalent to a solid NYSSMA Level 5
  • Students will work both in a smaller chamber group (string quartet or quintet) as well as performing in a string orchestra led by conducting students
  • Students will learn to work independently within a chamber music setting, as well as how to lead in an orchestral setting
  • Solo performance opportunities in masterclasses

Conducting & String Program