Adult Chamber Music Workshop

August 19-24, 2008

The DePaul Chamber Workshop is a quality chamber music program for adult amateur musicians who are serious about their music making. Whether you are already a chamber music devotee or a player who is new to the chamber experience, this program is right for you. Join fellow instrumentalists for four days of stimulating instruction and concerts with a distinguished faculty. The Workshop provides an opportunity for artistic and personal growth in a friendly, supportive atmosphere where participants can improve their skills and have a chance to perform in public.

Program
The program includes coaching sessions, master classes, participant recitals and faculty concerts plus time for practice and rehearsals. Participants will be assigned to at least two groups. Private lessons may be possible through individual arrangement with a specific faculty member, at an additional cost.

Tentative Daily Schedule
8:30-9:30 am               Breakfast at your leisure
9:30-10:00 am             Mini lectures, group discussions
10:00-noon                  Coaching and or practice
12:00-1:30 pm             Lunch
1:30-3:30 pm               Coaching and or practice
4:00-6:00 pm               Master Classes
Evenings                      Dinner, concerts, free time

Acceptance
The Workshop is open to intermediate and advanced players of the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, bassoon and piano. Participants have the choice of attending as individuals or as part of a preformed group. Experienced musicians who are new to playing chamber music are welcome.

Chamber groups and repertoire will be chosen in advance. We will group participants according to ability level and need for balanced instrumentation. Repertoire will be assigned based on ability, experience and your preferences. Although the program's major focus is the chamber music repertoire, additional assignments can be made for pianists in the duet and two-piano repertory, if scheduling permits. In order to place you into compatible groups, we will need a decent quality recording of your playing (please see Application Procedure). If you prefer, you can arrange a live audition at DePaul.

Facilities
DePaul's Lincoln Park campus, home of the School of Music, is located in one of Chicago's most attractive residential neighborhoods. Workshop participants can take advantage of the school's modern facilities, which include well-equipped rehearsal rooms and studios, soundproof practice rooms and performance halls. Practice rooms are open from 7 am to 12 midnight.

Accommodations and Meals
A list of area hotels and inns will be sent upon request. The Student Center cafeteria and other places to eat are all within walking distance. A continental breakfast will be provided on the first morning of the Workshop in the School of Music student lounge.

Social Evenings
We encourage sharing and building friendships among participants during the Workshop experience. Sociable dinners at different restaurants will be organized on several evenings. An optional gathering at Millennium Park for dinner and a concert at the Pritzker Pavilion will also be arranged. (Dinner costs are not included in the fee.)

Faculty
Jean Barr, piano
Robert Waters, violin

Additional coaches to be determined.

Program Fees
Tuition: $700
Master Class observers: $25 per session
Nonrefundable application fee: $35

Application Deadline: June 17, 2008
Notice of acceptance will be mailed by July 1, 2008.

Deposit of $100 is due upon acceptance.
Tuition balance is due by August 1, 2008.

Application Procedure
To apply, you will need to submit the following materials:

1.      Completed Application Form
2.      Completed Information Sheet
3.      Good quality recording (a home recording or a copy of a live performance is fine) of two pieces of contrasting style, solo or concerto. (For pianists, a piece of chamber music with the piano clearly defined will be acceptable.) Portions of a work may be used, e.g. one movement of a sonata. Recordings may be in the form of videotape, audiocassette, CD or DVD. Please label recording media with your name and works performed.
4.      Nonrefundable $35 application fee

Contact Information
DePaul University Community Music Division
804 West Belden Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614
phone: 773.325.7262
fax: 773.325.4935
email: communitymusic@depaul.edu