2012 Summer Music Festival
General Information
What is the Summer Music Festival?
A six-day summer camp on the beautiful campus of Southwestern College, studying with our outstanding faculty and developing your musical skills. Choose one of six tracks – choir, orchestra, jazz, worship band, piano, or composition.
In addition to fresh emphasis on individual track instruction, we are excited to offer some new activities this summer including private lessons, faculty recitals, and even more small ensemble opportunities.
Activities like ultimate Frisbee, movie night, swimming and drum circles just add to the fun!
When is the Summer Music Festival?
June 4-9, 2012
Who should attend?
High school and college (freshman/sophomore) musicians at intermediate to advanced skill levels.
Rising college juniors or seniors should may apply for our Counselor Program.
Where you will stay?
All participants have the opportunity to be housed in Cole Hall. This newest residence hall on campus features a private bath for each double-occupancy room. Festival counselors will live in each wing of the hall and will participate in activities alongside students.
What will it cost?
Full cost of the festival is $475 which includes all festival expenses (housing, meals, instruction, etc.). Not included are personal snacks or souvenirs.
Commuter Option: If you choose not to stay overnight on campus, the full cost of the festival is $375 which includes meals, instruction, etc.
Scholarships: Scholarships are available through the generous support of musician and former Southwestern College trustee Dr. George Cole and his wife, Linda. Any student recommended for the festival by a private music instructor or school music teacher will receive a scholarship. Additional scholarship aid based on need and merit is also available (request more information when filling out the Registration Form).
What facilities will you use?
All classes and rehearsals will be on the Southwestern College campus, a safe and accessible college located on a hill on the east edge of Winfield, Kansas. Many performances will be in the new state-of-the-art Richardson Performing Arts Center, dedicated in October 2011.
