UK School of Music Outreach Programs
For Children (K-12)
UK String Project
Lexington elementary and middle school students who participate in their school orchestras are eligible to participate in weekly Saturday morning class instruction at UK. Master teachers assisted by graduate string students. Contact Daniel Mason: 859-257-3575 or dmason@uky.edu.
Pianofest Keyboard Ensemble Camp
June. For grades 1-12. Campers will experience the excitement of teamwork as they participate in multi-keyboard ensembles under the direction of a professional conductor. For more information contact Vicki McVay: 859-257-2863 or vmcva00@uky.edu or www.pianofest.net (not a UK site).
Kentucky Band Camp
June. The Ultimate Camp for Technique, Leadership and Learning - Drum Major Leadership Camp
Our expert staff of nationally known clinicians and instructors offer a challenging curriculum designed to provide leadership skills and inspire both the new and experienced drum major. For more information call 859-257-BAND or UK Bands.
The James Campbell Drumline Camp
June. The ultimate camp for the individual drummer, cymbal player, “pit” percussionist, or the entire section! Jim and his staff of experienced instructors offer a challenging curriculum designed to both inspire the beginner and challenge the advanced drum line. For more information call 859-257-BAND or UK Bands.
For Schools and Students (mostly High School)
High School Invitational Concert Band Festival
March. For information, call 859-257-BAND.
UK High School Honors Wind Ensemble
February. For more information call 859-257-BAND or UK Bands.
High School Invitational Concert Band Festival
March. For information, call 859-257-BAND.
UK High School Honors Wind Ensemble
February. For more information call 859-257-BAND or UK Bands.
Day of Percussion
February. A day of workshops and concerts. Registration required. For more information: 859-257-8187 or UK Percussion Society.
Trombone Day
November. A day of workshops, concerts and clinics featuring a world renowned trombonist. For more information call 859-257-4484 or UK Bands.
Trumpet Day
March. A day of workshops, concerts and clinics. For more information call 859-257-7177 or UK Bands.
Male Chorus Day
January. Workshops and performances for choral ensembles featuring the UK Men's Chorus and acoUstiKats. For more information call 859-257-5897.
Tubas Around the World - A musical tour of countries and cultures
Presented by the University of Kentucky Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble directed by Dr. Skip Gray.
This program presents a guided world tour that discusses people and places using music as the inspiration and link. The tour begins in the United States and moves through France, England, Russia, Italy, Germany, Poland, Nigeria, Brazil, Australia, Mexico, and back home to Kentucky. In addition to cultural aspects of each nation, specific musical terms and concepts are discussed and demonstrated including meter, Rondo form, major and minor scales, ballet, dynamics, African Drumming, jazz, and much more.
Geared towards K-5, also adapted to Middle and High School levels. The approximate time required for performance is adaptable from 45 to 70 minutes; a typical presentation lasts 55 minutes. Study guide materials are provided. Program cost is: single performance-$350; multiple performances in same location on same day-$300 each.
For more information or to schedule performances call Skip Gray at (859)257-8822 or skipgray@uky.edu.
For Advanced Students (high school, college, graduate, pre-professional)
Advanced Choral Conducting (MUP 558, MUP 658, MUP 758)
June. Small class instruction in choral conducting with Dr. Jeff Johnson. 2 hrs credit. For Information contact 859-257-5897.
Choral Literature (MUS 625)
June. Analysis of choral literature from the major style periods (chant – present). Small class instruction with Dr. Jeff Johnson. 3 hrs credit. For Information contact 859-257-5897.
For Teachers and Other Adults
Keyboard Ensemble and Technology Seminar
June. A class for collegiate, professional and private piano/music teachers. Emphasis is on ensembles, improvisation, technique, pedagogy, repertoire, electronic and computer music, and group instruction. Credit available. For more information contact Vicki McVay: 859-257-2863 or vmcva00@uky.edu.
Orff-Schulwerk and General Music
June. Taught by a prestigious team of master teachers. For information contact Cecilia Wang: cecilia.wang@uky.edu, 859-257-8203 or Orff Schulwerk.
- Orff Schulwerk Teacher Training Levels 1, 2 and 3.
- Schulwerk-Based Curriculum Development
- Special topics in Orff Schulwerk.
For Adults and Families
Annual Big Band Blast
March.
Admission charged.
A concert with featured middle and/or high school jazz bands, University of Kentucky Jazz Ensemble, Miles Osland, director; and Bluegrass Area Jazz Ambassadors, Raleigh Dailey & Mark Clodfelter, directors. For more information call 859-257-8173 or UK Bands.
Annual Big Band Showcase
May.
Free and open to the public. Features
Jazz Arts Foundation Youth Ensemble - Larry Nelson, director; University of Kentucky Jazz Ensemble, Miles Osland, director; Bluegrass Area Jazz Ambassadors, Raleigh Dailey & Mark Clodfelter, directors. For more information call 859-257-8173 or UK Bands.
UK Opera Theatre/Lexington Opera Society Opera Outreach Program
Taking opera to K - 6 students and communities across Kentucky that may not otherwise have opportunities to experience it. Headed by Everett McCorvey, this program will take opera into areas of the Commonwealth that cannot afford to present the art form. The UK Opera Theatre will hold performances primarily for children in grades K-6 but also in many communities, particularly in eastern Kentucky and the most remote areas of the state. The program's ultimate goal is to increase the impact of the fine arts and art in general within the Commonwealth, providing improvements to the quality of life across the state. This is a UK Commonwealth Collaboratives Quality of Life program.
Opera 101 Lecture Series
Tedrin Blair Lindsay, instructor, speaks about classic operas from 10AM to noon, Saturdays from January to March, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Lexington Green. Presented by UK Opera Theatre, Lexington Opera Society and Joseph-Beth. Fee is $25. Information: UK Opera Theatre at (859) 257-9331, opera@gmail.com or Lexington Opera Society (not a UK site).
It's a Grand Night for Singing!
June. Have you ever dreamt of performing in a Broadway show? Participation in UK Opera Theatre's annual celebration of great song and dance from Broadway and beyond is open by audition to anyone. Volunteers are also accepted for technical support, including scenery builders, costumers, painters, etc. Auditions are normally in March or April. Information: UK Opera Theatre at (859) 257-9331, opera@gmail.com or Lexington Opera Society (not a UK site).
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