The following professional development opportunities have
been submitted by various statewide organizations and institutions
for your information. To learn more about the professional
development opportunities offered by WMEA through the Wisconsin
Center for Music Education, please visit the Center
web pages.
To submit Professional Development Opportunities for this
page click here. All submissions will be reviewed by WMEA prior
to posting on this page.
| Title: | Madison Summer Cello Institute |
| Start Date: | June 1, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 13, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | UW-Madison School of Music and Division of Continuing Studies |
| Location: | UW-Madison School of Music, Madison, WI |
| Contact Information: | Chelcy Bowles
music@dcs.wisc.edu
608-265-5629 |
| Web Site: | http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa/cello.htm |
| Event Description: | World-class faculty guide performers and studio teachers to new dimensions of playing and teaching through private lessons, master classes, seminars, panel discussions, pedagogy classes, body awareness classes, ensemble playing, and performing in this new institute. Two tracks: performers attend June 1-13; studio cello teachers may attend June 1-7 and/or June 7-13. Faculty: Timothy Eddy, Hans Jorgen Jensen, Laurence Lesser, Jane Peck (Baroque Dance), Hagit Vardi (Feldenkrais), Uri Vardi (Artistic Director), Pablo Mahave-Veglia. |
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| Title: | Piano Teachers\' Workshop |
| Start Date: | June 12, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 14, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | UW-Madison School of Music and Division of Continuing Studies |
| Location: | UW-Madison School of Music, Madison, WI |
| Contact Information: | Chelcy Bowles
music@dcs.wisc.edu
608-265-5629 |
| Web Site: | http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa/music/piano.htm |
| Event Description: | Piano teachers and performers are invited to investigate the Taubman Approach with its leading experts in a relaxed, collaborative atmosphere. The Taubman Approach analyzes the functions underlying technique to help overcome technical limitations and cure playing-related injuries. It also helps teachers diagnose problems and implement solutions. A recital of music for two pianos and for piano and percusion is open to the public. Clinicians: Edna Golandsky, Mary Moran. Artistic Director: Jessica Johnson. |
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| Title: | The Band Conductor\'s Art Workshop |
| Start Date: | June 13, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 15, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Music and Continuing Education Departments |
| Location: | UW-Platteville |
| Contact Information: | Barry Ellis
ellisb@uwplatt.edu
608-342-1017 |
| Web Site: | http://www.uwplatt.edu/finearts/music/musicmain.htm |
| Event Description: | Attendees will conduct a live ensemble and receive videotape critique and review consultation from the faculty using the selected repertoire list. The Wisconsin 132nd Army National Guard Band will be in residence for rehearsal and performance for each conducting participant. Clinicians are Russell Mickelson, Director of Bands at Ohio State University and Matthew Gregg, Associate Director and Barry Ellis, Director of Bands at UWP. 1 or 2 undergraduate or graduate credits are available. |
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| Title: | Finale for Teachers |
| Start Date: | June 17, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 18, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | UW-Stevens Point |
| Location: | Noel Fine Arts Center, UW-Stevens Point |
| Contact Information: | Jennifer Hess
715-346-3838
800-898-9472 |
| Web Site: | http://www.uwsp.edu/conted/ |
| Event Description: | Finale is a powerful computer application that can serve music educators in many ways. This course provides a thorough introduction to the notation program, demonstrates how it can accomplish a variety of practical tasks and reveals ways it can facilitate instruction. No prior experience with Finale is required. |
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| Title: | Music Education Workshop: Incorporating Improvisation and Composition in the Music Curriculum |
| Start Date: | June 19, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 20, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | UW-Stevens Point |
| Location: | Noel Fine Arts Center, UW-Stevens Point |
| Contact Information: | Jennifer Hess
Jennifer.Hess@uwsp.edu
800-898-9472 or 715-316-3838 |
| Web Site: | http://www.uwsp.edu/conted/ |
| Event Description: | This workshop provides a framework for incorporating improvisation and composition in the classroom and rehearsal hall. Through role-playing and hands-on exercises, the workshop demonstrates a wide range of practical techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring their instruments if they prefer not to use the keyboard for class activities. Those with or without previous improvisation or composition experience are welcomed. |
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| Title: | 2008 Wind Band Institute |
| Start Date: | June 23, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 26, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | Concordia College |
| Location: | Concordia College, Moorhead, MN |
| Contact Information: | Gordon Moe
gmoe@WindBandInstitute.com
218-486-5601 |
| Web Site: | http://www.WindBandInstitute.com |
| Event Description: | Please join us on the campus of Concordia College in Moorhead, MN, for the 2008 Wind Band Institute (WBI). Our special guests for 2008 are Robert A. Duke and Andrew Boysen, Jr. Two full-tuition scholarships are available for instrumental music educators in their first three years of full-time teaching, and undergraduate music education majors may receive a reduced registration rate. Continuing education and graduate credits are available. |
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| Title: | Windy Hill Choral Institute and Festival |
| Start Date: | June 25, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 28, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | UW-Waukesha |
| Location: | UW-Waukesha |
| Contact Information: | Craig W. Hurst
craig.hurst@uwc.edu
262-521-5447 |
| Web Site: | http://waukesha.uwc.edu/ce/index.html |
| Event Description: | Come enjoy singing with the Master Singers of Milwaukee under the direction of Eric Townell and participate in activities designed with the community choral singer, the professional conductor/choral educator and the serious singer in mind. Assured to leave participants musically and professionally recharged, your experience will include a welcome picnic, rigorous choral rehearsals (three evenings and one afternoon), daily workshops and a culminating concert. University credit is available through UW-Waukesha. |
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| Title: | The Conductor\'s Craft |
| Start Date: | June 25, 2008 |
| End Date: | June 28, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | Hal Leonard Corporation |
| Location: | Carthage College Kenosha WI |
| Contact Information: | Andrea Pelloquin
apelloquin@halleonard.cpm
1-800-322-1127 ext. 326 |
| Web Site: | http://www.halleonard.com/choral |
| Event Description: | Inspiring repertoire and insightful seminars with Dale Warland, Weston Noble, Jerry Rubino, Lawrence Burnett, Sharon Hansen and Peter Dennee. All on the shores of Lake Michigan! Special appearance by Robert Bowker and members of the Lakeside Singers from Chicago. |
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| Title: | The Complete Conductor |
| Start Date: | June 29, 2008 |
| End Date: | July 2, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | UW-Madison School of Music and Division of Continuing Studies |
| Location: | UW-Madison School of Music, Madison, WI |
| Contact Information: | Chelcy Bowles
music@dcs.wisc.edu
608-265-5629 |
| Web Site: | http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa/music/band.htm |
| Event Description: | This workshop for conductors and educators offers a comprehensive approach to teaching and enhancing musicianship through band. In addition to substantial podium time and conducting technique coaching, workshop sessions address rehearsal strategies, repertoire selection, enhancing ensemble section tone, and music education philosophy. Two tracks: 1 (seminar and conducting), and 2 (seminar and observation). Clinicians: Linda Bartley, Teryl Dobbs, Kevin Geraldi, Mark Hetzler, Michael Leckrone, John Rafoth,Scott Teeple, Marc Vallon. |
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| Title: | Madison Early Music Festival and Workshops |
| Start Date: | July 12, 2008 |
| End Date: | July 19, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | UW-Madison School of Music and Division of Continuing Studies |
| Location: | UW-Madison School of Music, Madison, WI |
| Contact Information: | Chelcy Bowles
music@dcs.wisc.edu
608-265-5629 |
| Web Site: | http://www.memf.dcs.wisc.edu |
| Event Description: | Early music musicians, scholars, teachers, students, and listeners gather for a week of classes, lectures, and performances as we explore "Handel's Journey: From Germany to England via Italy." Artists-in-residents: Newberry Consort, Marion Verbruggen, Quicksilver, Tempesta di Mare, and Baroque Band. Enjoy a seven-concert series focused on 18th-century traveler and musical titan George Frideric Handel. Concert series tickets also available separately. |
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| Title: | Viterbo Residential Alexander Technique Workshop |
| Start Date: | July 29, 2008 |
| End Date: | August 3, 2008 |
| Sponsoring Organization: | Viterbo Music Department |
| Location: | Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI |
| Contact Information: | Diane Foust
dfoust@viterbo.edu
608-796-3768 |
| Web Site: | http://www.viterbo.edu/music |
| Event Description: | An intensive study of the Alexander Technique at whatever level you are. New students can begin to build a foundation in Alexander Technique principles. Continuing students can clarify and deepen their work. Alexander teachers and teacher trainees can work with master teachers in a community setting. Graduate credits are available. |
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