Jazz on the Bay: Jazz Ensemble and Vocal Jazz

"The highlight of my camp experience was meeting new people, making new friends, and seeing everyone do such a great job at the concert."
-2009 Jazz on the Bay Camper

July 25 - 30, 2010
For students entering grades 8-12

Daily Class Hours: 8:30 am - 3:15 pm (3:15 - 4:15 pm combo hour)

• Commuter Fee: $259 (includes instruction and camp t-shirt)
• Resident Fee: $495 (includes instruction, room and board, t-shirt, counselor supervision and evening activity transportation) The cost of evening activities will vary depending on your choices.

Be part of a very cool jazz experience for band and vocal students!

UW-Green Bay Jazz Faculty artists, John and Chris Salerno have creatde a one-of-a-kind experience for instrumentalists and vocalists.

Whether part of the Vocal Jazz track or the Jazz Ensemble Track, you will have an uplifting musical experience while learning with the most knowledgeable instructors in Wisconsin.

At this camp, your instructors will help you to become a more confident performer. You will develop camaraderie as you get to know other students who share your musical interests. Experience the freedom of improvisation and the amazing jazz harmonies as you perform with your peers!

Be a part of this fabulous week of fun and learning. Come join us!

Guest Faculty 2009 (2010 Coming Soon!)

You will learn from some of the best jazz instructors in the region. Check back later for an expanded faculty roster.

Instrumental

• Harold Miller, String Bass, Milwaukee, WI
• Adam Gaines, Trumpet, UW-Green Bay
• Terry Iattoni, Percussion, Green Bay, WI
• Steve Johnson, Sax, Green Bay, WI

Vocal Specialists

• Chris Salerno, UWGB Vocal Jazz Director
• Ken Daniel, Gospel Music, Milwaukee
• Anna Hemming, Vocal Music teacher, Grafton, WI

Click here for more information about our music camp staff.

Special Features

• A camp talent show! This is a fun and often hilarious event! Previous acts have included comedy routines, karate expos, baton twirling, dance routines, and of course musical acts. The Camp Talent Show is schedule for Wednesday night, July 28th.
• Awards: Outstanding students will be chosen to receive partial scholarships to the 2011 camp.
• Faculty Concert: Students will be treated to a professional concert showcasing the extremely talented guest instructors on Thursday, July 29, 6:00 p.m.
• Final Concert: The week ends with a free public concert at 6:00 p.m. in Fort Howard Hall located in the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts, Friday, July 30.

Schedule

Auditions and an all-camp meeting begin the week on Sunday, July 25. Monday through Friday, the schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and includes full ensemble rehearsals, instrument and voice classes, music theory, improvisation, and arranging. The lunch hour is noon - 1:00 p.m.

Eligibility

Students entering grades 8–12 in the fall are eligible to apply. All registrants must be recommended by a parent or guardian and a school music director. Their signatures must appear on the application form in order for the student to be considered. Online registration does not require signatures.