Exploring Instruments
Exploring Instruments
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Grades: 2 - 3
Dates & Times: June 22 - 26 (Week 4), 1 PM - 4 PM
Location: Music 301, UAF Campus
Cost: $200
Description: What’s it like to play music as part of a group? In this fun, hands-on camp, students will learn to play and perform on a variety of age-appropriate instruments, including xylophones, Boomwhackers, and hand drums. Campers will build foundational playing skills and discover how different instruments work together in an ensemble through both prepared pieces and creative improvisation. No previous experience is required, just a love of music, fun, and creativity!
Instructor: Maria Beavers
A little about your instructor: Maria is a UAF Music Education major and an instructor of cello at the UAF Music Community School. Maria was born and raised in Washington state, where she studied cello privately for seven years before coming to Fairbanks, Alaska, for college. Along with teaching music, Maria also enjoys ice skating, cooking, and has two huskies.
Instructor: Daniel Strawser
A little about your instructor: Dr. Daniel Strawser is an active cellist throughout the United States who has taught at all levels of music education. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Strawser studied music education at Denison University and holds masters and doctoral degrees in cello performance from the University of Memphis, where he studied with Brazilian cellist Leo Altino.
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