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Audition Day:June 5, 2011- Don't forget to sign up today!
Expanded Instrumental Ensembles for 2011-12
We are proud to announce our Instrumental Ensembles for the 2011-12 season.
Harmony Winds will be offered for intermediate winds, brass and percussion students of middle school age. Conducted by Mr. Alan Francis, this group will meet on Saturday mornings from 11:15-12:15 and is designed to motivate younger students who are looking for a regional wind ensemble performance experience.
Connecticut Philharmonia will change as well, into two separate intermediate-advanced ensembles: Sinfonia for string students and Philharmonia Winds for woodwind, brass and percussion students.
Also, new this coming year, Opus 89 String Orchestra will expand its offerings to include performances of Baroque and early Classical repertoire with full orchestra. Wind and percussion students will be selected to join the Opus 89 string players for these full orchestra selections. Opus 89 students will continue to perform string orchestra repertoire in addition to the full orchestra literature.
 Greater Hartford Youth Wind Ensemble and Connecticut Youth Symphony will continue their long-standing tradition of offering one of the best advanced high school performing ensemble experiences available to students in our region.
Our Chamber ensembles provide an opportunity to hone and refine the ensemble skills of beginning, intermediate and advanced students of all ages in a small, collegial atmosphere.
The Connecticut Children's Chorus (CCC) is one of the region's most comprehensive youth chorus programs, training some of Connecticut's most talented young voices. Open by audition to students entering  grades 1-12, these choirs perform a wide variety of literature and receive regular training in vocal development and musicianship. All rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 5:30pm until 7:00pm (7:30pm for Concert Choir) on the University of Hartford campus. The Connecticut Children's Chorus is the official children's chorus of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra.
This year's auditions will be held on June 5, 2011. Click here for technical requirements (audition guidelines) for each ensemble by instrument. Students will be placed in an ensemble appropriate for their level. It is possible for students to be offered multiple positions within our ensemble program. Request an audition time today! |
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David Einfeldt String Orchestra Composition Contest Results Announced
The winner of this year's David Einfeldt Composition Contest is Jacob Royal for his piece Elegy for Victor Carrier. Jacob, a 10th grader from East Longmeadow, MA. will receive a $200 scholarship, and his piece will be performed by the Opus 89 String Orchestra during the 2011-2012 school year.
The runner up and winner of a $100 scholarship is Farmington, CT. 11th grader Gunnar Moll, for his piece Fantasia Capriccioso.
Honorable mention goes to Joshua Kaufman, a 9th grader from Scarsdale, NY. for his piece "The End?". He will receive a scholarship of $50.
All students will receive a recording of the reading of their works that took place on May 14.
Congratulations to all participants on their great work!
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Adult Chamber Music Play-In
 Join us for the Hartt Community Division's
Adult Chamber
Music Play-In
May 22nd, 12:00-5:30 pm
The Hartt School,
University of Hartford
Join the Hartt Community Division and special guest Gillian Rogell for an adult chamber music play-in at The Hartt School's West Hartford campus.
Enjoy an afternoon of chamber music reading and socializing with other adults who share a love of chamber music.
All Levels Welcome
Feeling shy or intimidated? We will form groups with matching skill levels. Experience the joy of intimate chamber music in a comfortable, supportive, collegial environment. The Play-In welcomes all string, wind, brass, and piano players.
 Schedule
12:00-12:30 Check-in and get acquainted
12:30-12:45 Form chamber groups
12:45-2:00 1st Reading Session
2:00 - 2:30 Break and Special Coaching Session by Gillian Rogell
2:30 - 2:45 Re-form chamber groups
2:45 - 4:00 2nd Reading Session
4:00 - 4:15 Re-form chamber groups
4:15 - 5:30 3rd Reading Session
Light refreshments will be available throughout the day.
Music is available for download on our website for those who wish to prepare in advance. Have something you want to read? Bring it with you! Wind and Brass players: Please bring music for your instruments in various combinations. Flute players: Please bring music for multiple flutes, e.g. trio sonatas, etc.
Registration
$10 Early Registration
Submit a registration form or reserve a spot by phone or online by May 20th to receive the discount (If you make a reservation online, please bring your completed from on May 22nd).
$15 at the door
Free for ACMP members
Reserve a spot now by filling out our online form, or by calling (860) 768-4451.
For more information, visit our website.
This program has been made possible through the generosity of ACMP-The Chamber Music Network.
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The Community Division offers a wide range of summer programs for dance & music students. Register by June 1st and avoid the $15 registration fee!
2011 Summer Dance Programs:
 Children's Ballet Workshop
Hartford: June 27-July 1
Simsbury: July 25-29
8:30am-11:30am
Ballet Workshop for children ages 5-8, includes creative movement, ballet, choreographed dances, related arts and crafts, and a studio performance. Beginners welcome!
Tuition: $175 More Info
Summer Youth Dance Intensive
 Simsbury: July 11-22
Hartford: July 25-Aug 5
9am-5pm
Two-Week Summer Youth Dance Intensive in our Simsbury studios for serious young dancers ages 9-15. Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Dance Composition classes with bonus courses on nutrition, stretch & strengthening and stage make-up.
Tuition: $900 for each 2-week session
More Info
Dance Classes for Pre-teens (age 9-12) or Adults (age 15 and up)
June 21, 2011-August 11, 2011
The Teen and Adult Evening Dance Program runs during the summer for eight weeks. Classes are offered in tap, hip hop, jazz, modern, and ballet. Buy a dance card for extra savings or drop in on a class. Download the brochure and registration form
Full Force Dance Theatre Modern Dance Intensive Workshop
 July 11-22, 2011
Handel Performing Arts Center
Download the registration form
The Full Force Dance Theatre program provides valuable training for the professionally-bound dancer as well as a refreshing change of pace for the returning professional or teacher. Participants in Full Force will work with Hartt faculty to improve their modern technique, learn body conditioning tips, and work on improvisation and repertory. Because of the rigorous nature of the program, all dancers should be currently training and have a strong foundation in ballet or modern technique. Minimum age requirement is 16 years.
More Information: Courses Tuition Faculty
2011 Summer Music Programs
Performing Arts Primer
Week 1: July 5-8 Tuition: $255
Week 2: July 11-15 Tuition: $325
8:30am-5:30pm
Introduction to Performing Arts for children in grades K-6. No experience necessary! More Info
The Sumer Tune-Up is a week-long summer music camp open to students in grades 5-8 who play Strings, Winds, Brass, Guitar or Piano. Students must have 1+ years experience on their instrument. In addition to study on your instrument, students will participate in theater, chorus, and dance/movement classes. Tuition: $325 Full Day More Info
High School Intensive Instrumental Workshop
 July 25-29
8:30am-5:30pm
Instrument-specific workshops for high school students who play flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, horn, low brass, violin/viola or cello.
Tuition: $325 Full-Day More Info
Middle School Intensive Instrumental Workshop
 August 8-12
8:30am-5:30pm
Workshops for flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, horn, low brass, violin/viola or cello will focus on specific skills, techniques, repertoire and ensembles. Two years experience needed. Half-day option available 8:30am-12:30pm with instrument specific classes only. Tuition: $325 Full-Day or $250 Half-Day
More Info
2011 Hartt Suzuki Institute
 July 31 -Aug 5, 2011
Suzuki string, guitar & piano families: Join us for the 2011 Hartt Suzuki Institute! Drawing talented Suzuki faculty from around the country, Hartt's Suzuki Institute will be a challenging and fun experience for you and your child. More Info
2011 Hartt Suzuki Institute Teacher Workshops
The Suzuki Teacher Institute is designed for teachers who wish to gain expertise in Suzuki pedagogy. Courses offered:
-Every Child Can! (ECC) Saturday, July 30, 10:00am - 5:30pm
-Guitar Book 1 with Mary Lou Roberts July 31-Aug 7
-Violin Book 1 with Carrie Reuning-Hummel July 31-Aug 7
-Violin Book 2 with Christie Felsing Aug 1-5
-Violin Book 3 with Sue Baer Aug 1-5
-Piano Book 3 with Mary Craig Powell Aug 1-5
More Info
If you have questions about any of these summer programs, please contact us at harttcomm@hartford.edu or 860-768-4451.
See you this summer!
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News from the HCD Dance Department
Tickets Available Now for Student Showcase and Spring Festival!
Performances:
Saturday, June 18th at 7pm
Sunday, June 19th at 2pm
Millard Auditorium
University of Hartford
200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford
Tickets:
$30 Limited Premium Seating
$20.00 Adults
$15.00 Students
For Spring Festival Tickets:
Call Lincoln Theater Box office (860) 768-4228
or visit in person weekdays 10am - 6pm
or online at: http://harttweb.hartford.edu/tickets.aspx
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Photo Credit: Thomas Giroir Photography |
Discovery Day
Saturday, June 11th
2pm in Studio 3
Handel Performing Arts Center
35 Westbourne Parkway, Hartford
University of Hartford
Discovery Day features all of our youngest dance students in Discovery and Tiny Tap. Admission is free.
Student Showcase - The Student Showcase features students in Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Adult Ballet, Ballet 4 & 5 classes and the Performance Ensembles.
Performance:
Friday, June 3rd
7pm
Roberts Theater
Handel Performing Arts Center
Admission is free but tickets are limited to 2 tickets per family. Contact the University of Hartford Box Office at Lincoln Theater (860) 768-4228 or online at: http://harttweb.hartford.edu/tickets.aspx |
Notes for String Students
Final Sight Reading Party: The last sight reading party of the year will be on Friday, May 20, from 7:00-8:30pm in Room 342 at Hartt. Please mark your calendars! String House Visit: The String House will be at Hartt on Saturday, May 21st from 11am-5pm in Sukman Foyer (Millard Lobby).
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Upcoming Events
Suzuki Orchestra Concert
 Saturday, May 21st 3pm Lincoln Theater University of Hartford Under the direction of Emmett Drake, the Community Division's Appoggiatura String Orchestra, Da Capo String Orchestra, Intermezzo String Orchestra, Vivace String Orchestra and Opus 89 String Orchestra will perform works by Robert Volkmann, Samuel Barber and Mozart, as well as Nimbus, by Hartt Community Division student Jonathan Kane, winner of the 2010 David Einfeldt String Orchestra Composition Contest.
Connecticut Children's Chorus Concert
 Sunday, May 22nd
3pm
Asylum Hill Congregational Church
814 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT
The Community Division presents a concert featuring the 5 choirs of the Connecticut Children's Chorus: Overture Choir, Prelude Choir, Canticum Choir, Connecticut Men's Choir, and Concert Choir perform a variety of repertoire. This concert is free & open to the public. Auditions for next year's choirs will be held June 5th!
Connecticut Philharmonia In Concert
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Sunday, May 22nd
7pm
Millard Auditorium
The Hartt School, University of Hartford
Under the direction of Alan Francis and Mickey Reisman and Sheri Brown, this concert will feature the Philharmonia Strings, the Philharmonia Saxophone Quintet, the Philharmonia Winds and the Philharmonia Orchestra. Music performed will include: Teleman Concerto for Four Violins, Johann Strauss' Pizzacato Polka, the Fanfare from La Peri by Paul Dukas, John Philip Sousa's Stars and Stripes, Dance of the Hours from La Gionconda by Amilcare Ponchielli, and the Peter J. Wilhousky setting of the Battle Hymn of the Republic, which will feature the Philharmonia Festival Choir. Free Admission. Auditions for next years ensembles will be held June 5th! Reserve your audition time today!
Performer's Certificate Graduation Recital
Monday, May 23rd
7pm
Bliss Music Room
The Hartt School, University of Hartford
You are invited to the Performer's Certificate Graduation Recital featuring some of the Community Division's most dedicated music students. The Performer's Certificate Program is a two-year comprehensive music program for accomplished high school instrumentalists and vocalists. It is designed to prepare students for musical studies in college. Congratulations and best wishes to the Performer's Certificate Program Class of 2011:
Lauren Arel, Oboe Jason Ott, Piano
Matthew Hannau, Violin Florence Panasiewicz, Piano
Meredith Keen, Cello Chas Pfeifer, Guitar
Selah Kwak, Violin Andrew Rosen, Cello
Julie Lee, Flute Marissa Stanton, Jazz Piano
Katie McLellan, Voice Benjamin Toth, Jr., Percussion
Gunnar Moll, Violin
For more information about the Performer's Certificate Program, please check out our website.
Wind, Brass & Percussion Honors Concert
 Wednesday, May 25th 7:30pm
Berkman Recital Hall
The Hartt School, University of Hartford
The Community Division presents a Winds, Brass & Percussion Honors Concert under the direction of Wind & Brass Deparment Chair Greig Shearer. The concert will feature some of the Community Division's most talented pre-college students. This concert is free and open to the public. All are welcome!
Honors Wind Quintet performs in North Haven
The Honors Wind Quintet will also perform a full recital program at St. John's Church, North Haven, CT on Friday May 27, 2011. The concert will be a benefit for the Community Suppers Program. Community Suppers are open to the public and are for individuals and families in the area who want an affordable, nutritious meal. A recommended donation of $1.00 is the cost for the supper, which begins at 6:00pm. The HWQ will perform beginning at 7:15pm. For directions, visit the St. John's website. |
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Faculty & Student News
Hartford Pops Concert features many HCD Faculty Members
The Hartford Pops Band will be presenting it's first concert of the summer season next Saturday, May 28th at 7pm.
You Pick 'Em: A concert of audience participation
Draw the name of a musical selection out of a hat and Conductor, Gay Partridge, will lead the Hartford Pops Band with that selection. An assortment of patriotic hits will be presented honoring Memorial Day.
Location: Great River Park
More info: http://www.riverfront.org/events/date/2011/05/28/
From the Studio of Dr. Susan Mardinly
Congratulations to Dr. Susan Mardinly and the following students, who received National Association of Teachers of Singing Awards:
1st - Katherine McLellan (High School II)
3rd- Elizabeth Brown (High School II)
Honorable Mention: Kelly Wright (Adult)
 Jason Stammen in Trouble in Tahiti
HCD Voice Faculty Member Jason Stammen is performing in Hartford Opera Theater's production of Trouble in Tahiti on June 4th and 5th. For more info visit their website.
Honors Wind Quintet held benefit concert in April
 On Friday, April 29, 2011, the Community Division Honors Wind Quintet performed at Trinity Episcopal Church in Torrington in a benefit concert for VH1 Save the Music Foundation. The money raised goes to the VH1 foundation, to benefit schools in the U.S. who are in danger of losing their music programs because of budget cuts. Their program included works by Joplin, Klughart, and Colin Britt.
The members of the Honors Wind Quintet are all juniors and seniors in high school, and were selected for this ensemble by audition. This is the premiere wind chamber music ensemble from the Hartt School Community Division, and is coached by Susan Spaulding.
Flute - Bridget Bertoldi - Torrington
Oboe - Mary Pearce - Avon
Clarinet - Kate Sylvester - Milford
Bassoon - Sarah Perkins - Farmington
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Tune of the Week
Do you know the Tune of the Week?
This week's tune:
If you know this week's tune, send your answer, name and email address to harttcomm@hartford.edu. Please put "TUNE OF THE WEEK" in the subject line of the email.
Prizes will be awarded: lollipops or erasers for each correct answer. Get 5 right and win 2 tickets to a Hartt performance.
Last Week's Tune of the Week was: You Got A Friend In Me - Randy Newman - from Toy Story
Correct answers were submitted by: Jessica Wong
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Contact Us
Phone: 860-768-4451 Billing & Registration: Phone: 860-768-4334 Dance Programs: Phone: 860-768-6000 Simsbury Location: Phone: 860-651-3570 |
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