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Handbook

Table of Contents

The following links are designated sections of the Music Camp Handbook. The camp schedule is Monday through Saturday for the 2009 Summer Music Camp.

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Registration

High School Camp – Monday, June 8 from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Junior High Camp – Monday, June 15 from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.

All students must be registered by 3:30 p.m. unless other arrangements have been made in advance (preferably in writing). In order to avoid being charged the $15.00 late fee, full payment must be received (not post-marked) by the dates shown below:

Auditions

All auditions for Band/Jazz Band and/or Choir/Show Choir must be completed by 4:30 p.m. (except for those auditioning for the Student Talent Show … these takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Monday evening). Click to this link for printable copies of audition music View PDF.

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What To Do When You Arrive On Campus

  1. Come to Hudson/Perrin Complex, located on University Drive View PDF, for registration from 1:00-3:30 p.m.
  2. Check into your room. Campers will be housed in the newly constructed Hudson/Perrin Complex located on the Eastern side of campus View PDF.  
  3. Auditions for Band/Jazz Band and/or Choir/Show Choir are in the Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building View PDF. All auditions for Band/Jazz Band and/or Choir/Show Choir must be completed by 4:30 p.m. (except for those auditioning for the Student Talent Show … these takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Monday evening). Audition materials are available online.

Schedule for Monday Evening...

Time Event
4:45 – 6:00 p.m.  Dinner at the College Park Pavilion View PDF.
If inclement weather, dinner will be served at the Jones Student Union.)
5:30 p.m. Commuter Meeting in Fine Arts, Room 108 -- required for all commuters.
6:00 p.m.  Camp Meeting at the College Park Pavilion. All campers are required to attend this camp meeting; including Commuter Campers. 
(If inclement weather, the camp meeting will be held in the Charles Johnson Theater.)
6:45 p.m.  Organization Rehearsals for Concert Bands/Concert Choirs.
(locations determined by audition placements)
8:00 p.m.  Auditions for Student Talent Show in Fine Arts, Room 116.
All talent show auditions must be "performance ready" on Sunday night. This means it should be memorized; bring all necessary props and equipment to the audition. There will be a tape/CD player available.
9:00 p.m. Required dormitory meetings for all resident campers in their respective residence halls.
10:00 p.m.  Camp dorms closed for the night.

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Housing

Campers will reside in the newly constructed Hudson and Perrin Halls.  Each room will house two campers in a “pod style living arrangement.  Roommate requests will be honored as long as space permits and the request is by mutual agreement between campers as indicated on the camp application. Visit Residential Life's web site for a preview of the residence hall facilities. Girls and boys will be housed in separate wings of the Hudson – Perrin complex with one counselor to every 16 – 18 campers.  You will need to bring you own bedding, pillow, towels, etc.

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Emergency Telephone Numbers

Please call only in case of an emergency.

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Meals

Meals will be served in the food court of the J.W. Jones Student Union.  Meal tickets will be provided at registration and must be worn at all times as part the camp’s operational/safety procedures.

Breakfast 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dinner  4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

The lunch meal is the only service included in the commuter camper option. (Additional commuter meals may be purchased on a cash payment. Please make prior arrangements with the Music Camp Staff.) The final meal of the camp is the lunch service on Saturday.

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What To Bring

Clothing

Reasonable dress standards are expected of all campers while on campus and in the residence halls. Appropriate footwear (preferably closed toed shoes) must be worn at all times. Attire for rehearsals during the week is informal. For the Friday (evening) and Saturday (afternoon) concerts, all students are required to wear the “official” camp polo shirt, tan pants /shorts, and casual dress shoes. (This is for uniformity and professional appearance.)

Personal Items

Bring bedding (twin sheets and bedding), pillows, towels, washcloths, soap, toilet articles, umbrella, and an alarm clock. A wristwatch would be beneficial, if you own one.

Cell Phones

Northwest Music Camps does not prohibit the use of cell phones while attending the camp. However, the campers will be instructed on the appropriate use of cell phone, etc. in the attendance of rehearsals, concerts and other sponsored events while a guest on campus. It is expected that these Music Camp Cell Phone guidelines and instructions will be observed, or privileges may be lost. The Camp Director will handle each case individually with the attending camper, instructors, counselors, and parent / guardians via appropriate communication channels.

Money

You will need spending money for soft drinks, T-shirts, pencils, pizza, etc. T-shirts cost $15.00, if pre-ordered ($17.00, if ordered after arrival) – there will be a $2.00 additional charge for XX-Large and up. Please do not bring excessive amounts of money.

Instruments

Bring your own instruments and a collapsible wire music stand with a name and address identification tag on each piece. You should bring your own oil, extra reeds, etc. All percussionists should bring their own snare drum as well as mallets, sticks, etc. The University will furnish large percussion equipment such as bass drums, tympani, and cymbals. Arrangements may be made in advance for other instruments, if necessary. If you have questions pertaining to instruments or stands, please call Mr. Carl A. Kling at 660.562.1315.

Miscellaneous

Please bring pencils! We strongly recommend that you put your name on all of your belongings in case something accidentally gets misplaced.  Lost articles will be collected at the Music Camp Office and should be claimed as soon as possible.

Talent Show

Bring your own music, equipment, props, and attire. We encourage each of you to prepare an act, song, dance, etc. All auditions will be completed on Monday evening. We will provide accompanists for acts that need piano accompaniment.

Northwest Missouri State University
is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles.

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Health Forms and Insurance

With receipt of the registration form, each camper is automatically covered by an accident insurance policy for the duration of camp. Missouri law does not allow treatment of injury or illness without permission from a parent or guardian. The cost of insurance with injuries or illnesses occurring during camp is included in the camp fees. The maximum benefit per camper is $2500.00.

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Ensembles

  1. Each camp has two major ensembles – Concert Band and Concert Choir. Each student is required to participate in at least one of these major ensembles.
  2. We encourage enrollment in more than one ensemble. You will have time to participate in both Band and Choir.
  3. If you are in Band only, you will automatically be enrolled in Chamber Music.
  4. If you are in Choir only, you will automatically be enrolled in Vocal Methods.
  5. Jazz Bands and Show Choirs are optional ensembles that campers will be enrolled in based on a successful audition. (Enrollment in these ensembles will be limited to one, as they rehearse simultaneously.)
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Sectionals

All campers are required to attend one period of sectional rehearsals per day for each major ensemble in which they are enrolled, since much of the basic teaching of the camp takes place during these sessions. Sectional rehearsals, directed by specialists, are provided for all major ensembles. The Camp Director will resolve schedule conflicts caused by participation in several ensembles.

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Electives

Various electives are available for campers to participate in during their participation week. Campers will be asked to rank their elective options in preference order as they turn in their audition forms upon completion of the audition process. Classes will be assigned in preference order as long as class size permits.

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Private Lessons

Private lessons are available to all campers for $10.00 per lesson. Please complete the PRIVATE LESSON request information on the registration form. We recommend campers take two lessons in order to receive the maximum benefit. Campers are allowed to take a maximum of 2 (two) lessons per performance area with a maximum of two performance areas. Please bring prepared music with you to work on; this can be a solo or study book. Efforts will be made to schedule lessons around rehearsals and sectionals.

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Camp Regulations

  1. Reasonable conduct is expected at all times. An experienced counseling staff will be available to assist campers at any time.
  2. Campers may not sit in, ride in or drive automobiles for the duration of camp. (Commuters may ride in cars to and from camp.) Students who drive themselves to camp must obtain a parking pass and leave their car keys with the Head Counselor when they check into their dorm.
  3. Campers will be responsible for damages incurred by them to University property.
  4. Campers may not leave the campus at any time without written permission for the Camp Director.
  5. Campers are required to attend all rehearsals and concerts of groups in which they participate, all evening events, and all morning meetings. Commuters are not required to attend the evening activities.
  6. Residence Hall outer door access for campers is as follows: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily.
  7. The use of or possession of narcotics, addictive drugs, cigarettes and other tobacco products, other addictive substances, or alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.
  8. Knives or any other types of weapons are strictly prohibited.

Serious violations of these rules will result in the student being sent home immediately. The Camp Director will have the final say should such a situation arise.

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Sending and Receiving Mail

During Music Camp, please have family and friends send your letters and packages to:

(camper name)
Summer Music Camp
Department of Music – Fine Arts Building
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468

Mail, which is incorrectly addressed to the residence halls, will be re-routed and may not reach the student camper before the week is over. There is NO mail delivery on campus on Saturday.

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Recreation

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Evening Activities

High School Week – June 8 – 13, 2009

Date/Time Event
Monday, 6:00 p.m. Camp Meeting for all campers at the College Park Pavilion (CJT is the site in case of inclement weather)
Tuesday, 8:00 p.m. Guest Artist Concert (CJT) - TBA
Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. Student Talent Show (CJT)
Thursday, 8:00 p.m. Dance/Movie Night
Friday, 8:00 p.m. Concert – Show Choirs/Jazz Bands/Chamber Ensembles (CJT)
Saturday, 1:00 p.m. Grand Finale Concert – Concert Choirs/Concert Bands/Awards (CJT)

Junior High Week – June 15 - 20, 2009

Date/Time Event
Monday, 6:00 p.m. Camp Meeting for all campers at the College Park Pavilion (CJT is the site in case of inclement weather)
Tuesday, 8:00 p.m. Guest Artist Concert (CJT) - TBA
Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. Student Talent Show (CJT)
Thursday, 8:00 p.m. Dance/Movie Night
Friday,  8:00 p.m. Concert – Show Choirs/Jazz Bands (CJT)
Saturday, 1:00 p.m. Grand Finale Concert – Concert Choirs/Concert Bands/Awards (CJT)

CJT - Charles Johnson Theater (located inside the Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building)
College Park Pavilion – greenway area west of the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts

Parents and teachers are cordially invited to all programs. All evening concerts are free to all campers and guests.

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Finale Concert/Room Checkout/Camp Closing

Saturday Schedule

7:00 – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 – 8:25 a.m. Honor Band Dress Rehearsal CJT
8:30 – 8:55 a.m. Symphonic Band Dress Rehearsal  CJT
9:00 – 9:25 a.m. Concert Band Dress Rehearsal CJT
10:00 – 10:25 a.m. Honor Choir Dress Rehearsal CJT
10:30 – 10:55 a.m. Concert Choir Dress Rehearsal CJT
11:00 – 12:30 p.m. LUNCH UNION

Saturday's Finale Concert Schedule

Charles Johnson Theater, Olive DeLuce Fine Arts; open to public

1:00 p.m. Concert Choir 12:30 p.m. call, room 116
1:30 p.m. Honor Choir  1:00 p.m. call, room 116
2:00 p.m. Concert Band 1:30 p.m. call, room 116
2:30 p.m. Symphonic Band 2:00 p.m. call, room 116
3:00 p.m. Honor Band 2:30 p.m. call, room 116

The Concert will start promptly at 1:00 pm. After that times are approximate.

Concert dress for each performer is the CAMP POLO and Khaki pants.

  1. Room checkout will be from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. You must checkout and turn in your keys during this time.  If your parents have not arrived yet, you may store your belongings in the lobby of your respective dorm, where they will be secured until you come to retrieve them.
  2. A dormitory room key will be issued at the time of registration and should be returned at the time of checkout. Should the key be lost, the camper will have to pay a key replacement fee of $35.00. 
  3. Summer Music Camp will close with the Final Concert on Saturday. All campers are required to participate in their final performance on Saturday afternoon.

Remember … Summer Music Camp is a TOTAL MUSIC CAMP …
not just Band or Choir.

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