RSCBI | Rutgers Summer Concert Band Institute: Residential

RESIDENTIAL – Woodwind, brass, and percussionists (rising 9th to rising 12th grade students) are challenged to elevate their artistry and technique during a week of concert band and chamber music training with top-notch faculty. Large ensemble rehearsals are led by Dr. Todd Nichols, Director of University Bands; and Dr. Julia Baumanis, Associate Director of Bands, at Rutgers. Group lessons, clinics, electives, master classes and performances by renowned artists round out the schedule. Residential option is only available for rising 9th to rising 12th graders. Rising 7th and rising 8th graders are welcomed to participate as commuters. Note: There is no formal audition for the Concert Band Institute. However, campers should have at least two years’ experience playing an instrument. On the first day of camp, each student will be asked to play a short excerpt of their choosing (solo, etude, band music, etc.) so that they can be placed in the group most appropriate for their level of musicianship. Concert Band Instruments include: Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Eb Clarinet, Bb Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Bari Sax, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Bass Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Percussion.