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Classical Guitar
Studies in Germany Summer Program
The
Classical Guitar Studies in Germany Program provides an
opportunity for Music students to participate in the
International Guitar Symposium held in Iserlohn and Villigst, Germany. The
Symposium is one of the largest and most important classical
guitar festivals in Europe. The performers and teachers are
among the best in the world and the festival is famous for
offering world-class classical guitar concerts and instruction
in a welcoming environment. The artists and teachers for the
2009 Symposium, which runs from August 9-16, will include John
Williams, Pepe Romero, Alvaro Pierri, Oscar Ghiglia and many
others. The course consists of the
one-week intensive classical guitar festival, The 18th
International Guitar Symposium in Germany,
together with some additional preparation prior to the festival
and follow-up written assignments
immediately after the festival.
CLASS:
Special Topics
in Music MUSC 450 is a 2 credit course. Participation in all
scheduled events at the International Guitar Symposium is
strictly required. In addition to attending the eleven concerts
throughout the week, each student will receive four individual
classical guitar lessons as well as chamber music coaching and
technique classes. Students will play in the Guitar Orchestra,
attend lectures, have the opportunity to perform in the final
public concert, as well as enjoy leisure time with guitar
students from around the world. Prior to the program, students
will select and prepare four pieces of repertoire which will be
the focus of their lessons in Germany. Following the Symposium,
students will be required to submit written assignments
reviewing the lessons, concerts and experience of their time in
Germany. Preparatory and concluding course activities can be
done either independently or with the assistance of the
student’s studio guitar teacher. Final written work will be
submitted online. Students from around the world are invited to
participate in this credit-bearing course.
HOUSING:
The International
Guitar Symposium is held in Haus Villigst, a newly renovated
12th century manor. Participants will stay in beautiful
residence rooms, each with bathroom/shower, eat together in the
dining hall (vegetarian or vegan meals will be provided if
requested), and study in the teaching studios.
COST:
Costs for the 2009
Classical Guitar Studies in Germany Summer Program are estimated
to be $1300. A final cost will be determined in spring
2009. The price will include all SU tuition and fees,
accommodation for seven nights, all meals (four meals a day),
admission to all Symposium events including concerts, master
classes, lectures and entry into the Exhibition Hall to see luthiers
from around the world, music publishers and more, international
health insurance, and support throughout the program by the
faculty director. Not included: international airfare.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT
INFORMATION: An
initial deposit of $250 is due at the time of application. This
deposit is part of the total advertised cost of the program.
Once a student is academically admitted by the faculty director,
the initial non-refundable deposit is due to the Cashier’s
Office. The student will be automatically enrolled into the
study abroad course. The University Billing Office will then
bill each registered student for the total cost of the study
abroad program (less the deposit amount) through the regular
university billing system. Standard University deadlines for
withdrawals do not apply to study abroad programs.
Once
the published Application Deadline occurs, the accepted student
is responsible for the entire amount of the study abroad program
charge.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Application to the program requires the completion of the
three forms:
- Online Application Form, to be
completed by the applicant
-
Online Reference Form,
to be completed by the applicants guitar teacher
- Study Abroad Application Form, copies of which are
available at the Center for
International Education
(map)
or from the faculty director.
Students applying for the program from other institutions
will be mailed this form upon receipt of the Online
Application Form.
Completed application forms are currently being accepted by
the faculty director. Admission is competitive and
enrollment is limited. Students will be admitted on a
rolling basis until the program is full. The application
deadline will be in mid March, 2009.
All
questions concerning the program should be addressed to the
program director:
Dr. Danielle Cumming
Department of Music
Phone: 410-677-3269 Email:
dmcumming@salisbury.edu
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