University of Toledo Summer Jazz Institute

JUNE 16-22, 2013

AREAS OF STUDY

Instrumental Jazz
Vocal Jazz
Teacher Training
Jazz Appreciation

The UT Summer Jazz Institute is the place where ALL levels of jazz students can discover UT Summer Jazz Institute students perform at Crystal's Lounge and achieve their jazz potential through the study of jazz in one of four exceptional programs: instrumental jazz, vocal jazz, teacher training and jazz appreciation.

The curriculum is designed to provide fundamental, intermediate and advanced jazz experiences for talented high school, undergraduate and graduate college students, and teachers desiring to refine and develop the pedagogy of jazz, as well as those who want to grow in their appreciation of jazz.

The institute provides a positive and fun learning environment through lectures, master classes, jam sessions, performances, and even a recording experience. Participants immerse themselves in improvisation, performance, arranging, and pedagogy with established professional jazz musician/educators.

FACULTY

UT Summer Jazz Institute Faculty

2013 Jazz Faculty (Although unlikely, faculty are subject to change)

Vic Juris, guitarist
Gunnar Mossblad, Director, saxophone
Tad Weed, piano
Norm Damschroder, Assistant Director, bass
Olman Piedra, drums

TRACKS

INSTRUMENTAL TRACK

The instrumental program emphasizes the development of jazz improvisation, style and composition skills through classes and performance in combos coached by artist faculty. In addition, master classes, nightly concerts, jam sessions and a recording session add to the jazz experience.

VOCAL TRACK

The vocal program offers a positive environment for vocalists to develop their skills in jazz style, rhythm, scat singing, and Jon Hendricks’ vocalese singing techniques. Ensembles emphasize the vocalist with a combo. The vocal track combines with the instrumental program for master classes, nightly performances, jam sessions and a recording session.

Tad Weed & Stephanie Nakasian - UT Summer Jazz Institute Faculty

TEACHER-TRAINING

The teacher-training program is designed for current and future music educators interested in teaching jazz. Practical experience is learned through observation of the ensembles and in classes, presentations of jazz pedagogical material for all levels of jazz students, methods and materials for teaching improvisation, conducting a jazz band and various other topics concerning jazz education and program development. Participants may elect to perform or simply observe during the week-long institute. (Note: Special discounts available for teachers - see FEES below.)

JAZZ APPRECIATION

Those who are not musicians or music educators may elect to participate in our Jazz Appreciation track. Through listening, observation and some entertaining demonstrations, participants will learn how to listen to jazz and what to listen to. This track is designed for people who would like to know more about America’s classical music.

COLLEGE CREDIT

Students and teachers who qualify may elect to enroll in a three-credit undergraduate or graduate course (Summer Jazz Institute 1 or 2), including all applicable tuition and fees. These fees are in place of the usual Institute fee.

Application for enrollment can be completed online at www.enrollmentservices.utoledo.edu Course descriptions and requirements will be mailed upon request.

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

Sunday

2 p.m. Hotel check-in (if applicable)
4-6 p.m. Registration, orientation & ensemble placement

Monday-Thursday

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Classes & ensembles
2-3 p.m. Lunch
3-5 p.m. Classes & ensembles
6-7:30 p.m. Concert/presentation
7:30 p.m. Social time

Friday

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Classes & ensembles
2-3 p.m. Lunch
3-4 p.m. Classes & ensembles
4-? Dinner & Concert

Saturday

10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon Closing Program

ADMISSION

Parental permission is required for anyone under than 18.

ALL Potential participants must complete and submit:

Online registration and application
An audition tape, CD or Digital media file (see audition requirements below for specifics)
A non-refundable application fee of $50

Completed applications are processed within two weeks of receipt, and applicants will be notified of the results by e-mail. For full consideration, applications should be postmarked by June 1, 2013. Applications may be accepted after that time if space is available.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

An application to the instrumental, vocal or teacher training (performing only) tracks require an audition recording featuring two selections: a fast/moderately fast swing tune and a slow or lyrical piece. An audition is not required for the Teacher Training or Jazz Appreciation (Non-performing) tracks.

Each tune is judged for rhythm, tone articulation and interpretation. The applicant’s performance is carefully considered both in the acceptance procedure and in ensemble placement. The total time of the audition material should not exceed 10 minutes and if possible, should feature the applicant performing with other instruments. Each applicant must submit an individual audition entry. One audition submitted for two or more applicants will not be accepted. The audition may be a cassette tape, CD or digital media file (if sent by e-mail attachment). Acceptable digital formats include MP3, wma and m4a formats. Digital media files should be e-mailed as an attachment to jazz@utoledo.edu Be sure to include your name in the body of the e-mail.

Audition tapes or CDs and checks should be mailed to:

UT Summer Jazz Institute
Department of Music MS 605
The University of Toledo
2801 W. Bancroft St.
Toledo, Ohio 43606-3390

INSTITUTE TUITION & FEES

Application Fee - $50 (Due by June 1, 2013)
A $25 late fee will be assessed on applications received after the due date. All Institute participants, including those who may receive scholarship support, are required to pay the application fee. Online registration and application

Institute Tuition Fee - $450 (does NOT include application fee) At least $200 of the tuition must be paid by June 1. The remainder must be paid by Friday, June 14, or you cannot participate. The tuition fee covers all course materials and lunch daily. Dinner is on your own.

If you are taking the Institute for college credit DO NOT PAY the Institute Tuition Fee or the Application Fee. You will instead pay any applicable UT enrollment fees/tuition, since you will be registering for the Institute as a class. HOWEVER, please still visit the online Summer Jazz Institute registration site and complete the online form. When you register there, indicate that you will be taking the Institute for college credit, either at the undergraduate or graduate level. Since you are not paying the Institute tuition fee, lunch is not included. An optional lunch package, which covers your lunch for the week, is available for $80 or you can do lunch on your own. Payment for the lunch package must be made to the UT Department of Music by June 14, 2013.

To register for the Summer Jazz Institute as a class and obtain college credit, you are required to be admitted to UT and to pay enrollment & tuition to UT as you would for any other class. If you are already a current UT student just register for the class MUS Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions or the College of Graduate Studies and enroll as a guest student.

Discounts for Teachers - Educators in the teacher training track who are enrolled for three (3) hours of University credit may receive a rebate of $100 per student (up to 4 students) that are accepted to the Institute from their school. Discount will be rebated back to you.

Housing (optional) - If you need a place to stay, we have an arrangement with Ramada Hotel and Conference Center, 3536 Secor Road, Toledo, OH. All rooms are double occupancy (two double beds per room). You can stay in a room by yourself, designate a roommate or ask us to assign one for you. Having a roommate will cut the cost in half! If 3 or 4 people share a room, the savings are even greater. However, you must designate your roommates up front and each is responsible for their share of the bill. If your roommates are not attending the Summer Jazz Institute, you are responsible for the room cost as if you were reserving the room by yourself.

ROOM RATES FOR THE WEEK
Cost below is the flat rate per person. Room rate, fees and continental breakfast (per person) are included. Shuttle transportation between the Ramada and the University is also included.

1 Person Occupancy - $400/week - Assumes only 1 person will occupy the room, or that others sharing the room are not attending the Summer Jazz Institute.
2 Person Occupancy - $200/week - Assumes 2 people will occupy the room. Designate a roommate who is also attending the Summer Jazz Institute or we can assign one to you, if possible. If not, you are responsible for the single occupancy rate.
3 Person Occupancy - $130/week - Assumes 3 people will occupy the room who are attending the Summer Jazz Institute. You must designate valid roommates or you will be responsible for the single occupancy rate.
4 Person Occupancy - $100/week - Assumes 4 people will occupy the room who are attending the Summer Jazz Institute. You must designate valid roommates or you will be responsible for the single occupancy rate.

Transportation between the hotel and the Institute is provided at no additional cost.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

Deadlines

June 1, 2013 - Application and application fee are due (after this date, a $25 late fee will be assessed)
June 1, 2013 - $200 portion of the tuition must be paid
June 14, 2013 - ALL REMAINING FEES ARE DUE!

How to Pay Your Fees

Online when you register (you do not need to pay at the time of registration, but you can--all or in part)
In person: Department of Music office - UT Center for Performing Arts (PA1030)
By phone: 419.530.5072
By Mail:

UT Summer Jazz Institute
Dept. of Music MS 605
The University of Toledo
2801 W. Bancroft St.
Toledo, OH 43606

Forms of Payment*

We accept cash, checks, and most major credit cards.
Make checks payable to "UT Dept. of Music"
Do not mail cash.

*All fees can be paid for by any of these methods, EXCEPT enrollment and tuition fees for students taking the Institute for college credit. Those fees must be paid to the UT bursar's office.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Call 419.530.2448
Jazz@utoledo.edu

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