KoSA
International Percussion Workshops, Camp and Festival
July
30-August 3,2008 (content is subject to updates
as new information is confirmed)
Live
& Study with the World’s Finest Artists
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
HANDS ON CLASSES - Attend any number of classes you wish during the event. Each class is given in several levels- “introduction” “intermediate” & Advanced” Each day KoSA offers: small classes in each area of study and Ensembles , Jam Sessions, concerts, daily Rhythm Section labs, Concert Percussion ensemble, Brazilian Batucada ensemble, Latin & Afro Cuban ensemble, Steel Drum band, Taiko Ensemble, Didgiridou ensemble, Drum circles, and more...
CHOOSE YOUR OWN AREA OF SPECIALIZED INTEREST AND INSTRUCTION - and add any other classes of interest …no limits. KoSA offers a comprehensive approach to the development of the individual performer and the continuation of learned teaching skills. Although participants choose specific areas of emphasis, the curriculum is designed so that everyone is exposed to all areas of instruction.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DRUM SET: JAZZ, LATIN, ROCK, HIP HOP AND FUNK - Every aspect of classic and contemporary application of drum kit technique and performance will be explored. Specifics are presented in hands-on classes and playing with rhythm sections.,jam sessions and concerts
NORTH AFRICAN & ARABIC STYLE FRAME DRUMMING - Learn the subtleties that create timeless styles of world hand drumming. Explore the techniques of performing on such instruments as the Egyptian Riqq, Tar Drum and the Bodhran.
JAPANESE TAIKO DRUMMING - The Japanese tradition of Taiko, an extremely athletic and disciplined percussion art, will be presented on all levels.
POP & COMMERCIAL PERCUSSION - This track explains how percussion is used in the context of today’s music industry-both live & in studios.
CUBAN RHYTHMS & TECHNIQUES - The rhythms and technique of Cuban music, traced from their African roots to modern concepts will be presented at all levels. Instruments covered are congas, timbales, bongos, Bata , drumset
TRADITIONAL WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING & DANCE – Classes on West African drumming (Ivory Coast, Guinea) along with its relationship to dance will be taught .Instruments include djembe, dun dun, and balafon (African xylophone) Participants will learn traditional rhythms, drum technique and playing in drum ensemble
STEEL DRUM ENSEMBLE - Participants will learn performance techniques and ensemble playing in steel band.. All instruments are provided . Participants will explore the different voices and pan techniques and perform in concert.
BRAZILIAN RHYTHMS AND TECHNIQUES - This track explores the traditional hand percussion and jazz influenced rhythms of Brazil, and playing traditional “Samba” ensemble. Instruments covered include Pandeiro, Surdo, Rapanique, and more
AFRO-COLOMBIAN DRUMMING - Explores authentic rhythms of Colombia and their performance on drumset and percussion instruments.
ELECTRONIC DRUMS , PERCUSSION & MUSIC TECHNOLOGY - An exploration of the latest electronic percussion and drums: Includes working with loops & sequencers as well as using the computer as an extension of the creative process. There will also be special music educator computer midi labs including classes on music notation using Sibelius software.
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY - classes will focus on new computer based interactive learning, teaching , video conferencing and composing using software such as Apple's Garage Band..
WORLD MUSIC , RHYTHM CONCEPTS AND IMPROVISATION - An engaging study in rhythm concepts from around the world. Concepts of improvisation will be explored in the various instruments and tracks.
ORCHESTRAL PERCUSSION and PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE - A total immersion in the history, theory, and performance of timpani, snare drum techniques, mallet instruments and percussion ensemble. Classes will include techniques of classical percussion instruments, techniques and ensemble repertoire
AUSTRALIAN DIDGERIDOO - Learn the art of performing on this incredible sounding indigenous instrument.
MRUDANGAM - Indian rhythms and South East Indian drumming : An in-depth investigation of techniques and Indian rhythmic concepts and their applications in western drumming performance
MARIMBA PERFORMANCE & JAZZ VIBRAPHONE - A special track of marimba techniques, literature and performance will be taught as well as jazz improvisation on the vibraphone. Classes offered will include some initiation to mallet instruments as well as advanced level instruction and ensemble playing.
RHYTHM SECTION PERFORMANCE LABS - All programs include daily performance classes with the KoSA Rhythm Section and evaluation by the instructors. This experience will also be open to instrumentalists other than percussionists.
MUSIC READING AND CHART INTERPRETATION CLASSES - Learn the essential language of music and music notation from the KoSA faculty.
SPECIAL MUSIC EDUCATOR TRACK - Percussion for band Directors: A special non-performance track has been designed for band directors and music educators wishing a total percussion experience with the top experts in the industry. Classes for this group will include classical, drumset, latin percussion, Indian, African, Japanese & music technology labs. Etc..
ARTIST
FACULTY
2008 International
Percussion Workshop
Drum Camp &
Festival (as of 042308)
Memo Acevedo (Afro-Colombian & Brazilian rhythms)
Cyro Baptista (Brazilian & Batucada)
Ignacio Berroa (Cuban & Jazz drumset)
Mario DeCiutiis (Electronic mallet percussion)
Marc Dicciani (electronics- drumset)
Dom Famularo (drumset techniques)
Gordon Gottlieb (classical, improv,drum circle)
Arnie Lang (classical percussion ensemble)
Marco Lienhard (Japanese Taiko)
Aldo Mazza (world/drumset percussion)
Allan Molnar (Music & Technology)
Jonathan Mover (rock drumming)
Emil Richards (jazz vibraphone)
Lou Robinson (digeridoo master)
Jim Royle (steel drum ensemble)
Bobby Sanabria (world kit and rhythms)
Rajna Swaminathan (South Indian percussion)
Chester Thompson (fusion drumset)
Glen Velez (Frame drum master)
Michael Wimberly’s African Drum & Dance Ensemble
Nancy Zeltsman (classical marimba)
KoSA Rhythm
Section: Oscar Stagnaro (Bass), Rafael Alcala (Piano)
KoSA Artistic Director: Aldo Mazza
KoSA is sponsored
through the generous support of:
Alfred, Asano Taiko,
Australian Originals, Berklee, Bosphorus, Cooperman, Canadian Musician,
Craviotto, D'Addario
Foundation, Drum Magazine, Drumhead Magazine, Drummers Collective,
Evans, Factory Metal,
Gibraltar, Hansenfutz,HQ, Hudson Music, Innovative Percussion, KAT Percussion,
Lang Percussion,
LP, Ludwig/Musser, Mapex, Mike Balter, Marimba One, Meinl, Modern Drummer,
Mountain Rythym,
PAS, Paiste, Premier, Pro Mark, Regal Tip, Remo, Roland, S – Hoops,
Sabian, Shure, Sibelius,
Sleishman pedals, Stagg, Tama, Taye, Toca, XL, Yamaha, Zildjian
GENERAL INFORMATION
LOCATION - The workshop will be held on the campus of Castleton State College in Castleton, Vermont (near Killington resort area) . The campus is reached by interstate highways, and the closest city, Rutland, has an airport, Greyhound bus station and direct train service from New York City(Amtrak).
PROGRAM COSTS - Tuition only package of $700 (US) includes all classes, master classes, informal workshops, jam sessions and evening concerts. Double occupancy package - $1150 (US) and Single occupancy package – $1395 (US) comprises tuition, food (3 meals per day) jam sessions, evening concerts and lodging for the event. 1,2, and 3-day packages are also available upon request.
EARLY-REGISTRATION DISCOUNT - Applications received by May 15 ,2008 will get special discount: $1,250 for single occuapancy and $1035 for double occupancy. All applications MUST be accompanied by a non-refundable 500 $ (US) deposit or payment in full AND MAILED TO: c/o Adventure Travel, Box 889 Lawton, OK 73502 U.S.A
AGE REQUIRMENTS - Any participant who is 14 YEARS AND UNDER must come accompanied by an adult in order to participate in the program. The price for a 14 year and under participant and the accompanying adult will be $1,600US) which includes tuition, food and lodging.
HOUSING - Residence halls are located close to the Casella theatre. They are equipped with pay phones and laundry facilities. Normal college regulations are in force KoSA reserves the right to dismiss any participant who does not conform to these regulations.
MEALS - Participants who are registered under single or double occupancy packages will be dining along with the KoSA faculty in the residence food hall. TUITION ONLY participants may purchase meals on an individual basis (paying per meal).
KoSA FESTIVAL CONCERTS - During KoSA, there will be many special evening concerts which will be open to the general public and will feature the instructing faculty and special guests. The concert admission charge is included to full time participants at no extra charge. On Sunday afternoon, participants will have the chance to shine in their very own concert. Participants may play solo, with the rhythm section, or in a group setting with fellow participants. Saturday night will be the GRAND FINALE GALA CONCERT featuring the KoSA faculty. There will be a small charge to the public for all concerts ($10 ). Tickets may be reserved in advance by calling: 802) 468-1119
College Credit - KoSA participants may obtain undergraduate or graduate credit at a cost of $220 (US) per credit if they enroll for the FULL program. Payment in full (checks made out to “KoSA Communications”) will be due at the on-site registration.
**KoSA SPECIAL REBATE FOR MUSIC EDUCATORS - KoSA will credit the tuition portion of the KoSA program ($700) to any full time music educator or adult private percussion instructor enrolling a minimum of ten (10) or more students for the full week. The students’ application forms and deposits must be sent along with the instructor’s application in one envelope.
NOTE
THESE DATES:
Program
Check-In Wednesday, July 30, 2008 between 1:00-4:00 p.m in the Theatre.
PLEASE
BE SURE TO ARRIVE ON TIME … dinner is at 5 pm followed by welcome information
sessions and ending with the KoSA opening event at 8pm.
Opening
Session: Wednesday, July 30 , at 8 p.m. Please note that
individual classes will begin on Thursday, July 31 at 9 a.m.
Check-Out:
KoSA program ends Sunday, Aug 3 following the PARTICIPANT CONCERT
which begins at 1PM
DOWNLOAD PRE REGISTRATION APPLICATION HERE
Information/Questions: contact Adventure Travel: 1-800-540-9030.or www.kosamusic.com
