Young Honors String Orchestra Clinic
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The purpose of this event is to support and encourage the beginning-level string player. The one-day event is open to students completing .5 to 2.5 years of study.
Students are nominated by their school orchestra teacher OR their private studio teacher. Each teacher may nominate up to 10 students. Students who receive an application from their teacher must register below. This invitation is to students in their first, second or third year of playing with teacher nomination.
Two Sessions:
- Session One: Saturday, February 10, 2024 | Mukwonago High School Greenwald Foundation Performing Arts Center
- Session Two: Saturday, February 24, 2024 | Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School Performing Arts Center
Limited to the first 125 registrants at WI Rapids. Mukwonago limits are 50 in Allegro, 40 in Vivace, and 30 in Presto.
To register for this event and secure your spot, click the link below and complete the online registration form before January 24, 2024. Our events tend to sell out quickly, so it's recommended to register as soon as possible. If the event is already sold out, you can choose to register for the waitlist at no charge. If a spot becomes available and you are next on the waitlist, you will receive an email notification. You will have three days (or less, as indicated in the email) to respond and accept the open spot.
We do NOT accept walk-up registrations at event check-in.
Registrants will be asked the following questions in the registration. Please have the information prior to registering:
Participant details: Legal first & last name, preferred first name, country, address, city, state, postal code, county, email, phone, pronouns, birth date, age at the time of the event, current grade, school attending, group/team you belong to, years of experience, how did you hear about this event, accommodations/comments
Health details: Health insurance carrier, will the registrant be taking any medication while attending, does the registrant have any conditions, other health issues/additional information, medication allergies (list), non-medication, dietary or other allergies (list), describe any limitations or restrictions, dietary preferences
Acknowledgments: I agree to the terms and conditions, I understand the refund/cancelation policy, I agree the deposit is non-refundable, minor arriving to campus via, I have reviewed the event Code of Conduct with my camper, I agree to the code of conduct, I agree to the field trip policy
Custodial guardian details (max 2, min 1): First & last name, phone number, email, can drop off, can pick up, is emergency contact, and relationship to the participant
Emergency/Authorized pick-up contacts (max 5, min 1): First & last name, phone number, email, can drop off, can pick up, is emergency contact, and relationship to the participant
Event-specific: Instrument, orchestra assigned by teacher, do you take private lessons, teacher's ASTA Membership #, name of teacher, nominating teacher email, and t-shirt size
Your online registration and payment are always safe and secure. We accept MasterCard and Visa credit card payments in our online registration system. We will NOT accept credit card payments over the phone. We will accept checks made out to "UW-Whitewater" and mailed to UW-Whitewater Camps and Conferences, 800 West Main Street, Room 2005 Roseman Hall, Whitewater WI 53190.
Confirmation Emails
Once you register to attend an event (including waitlisted), a confirmation email will be sent to the email address you registered with. Contact cesevents@uww.edu if you do not receive this confirmation email. You must have a working email address on file with us to be able to receive important announcements and updates about this event.
Cancellations and payments: All registrant accounts must be paid in full 21 days prior to the start of the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without a refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment.
All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu; provide the registrant’s name, camp title, and medical documentation, if applicable. Refunds will be returned to the name and address of the payer.
We reserve the right to cancel any event for any reason; in such case, all fees paid will be refunded, or contact cesevents@uww.edu for alternate arrangements.
Cost Information
Cost: $40
The event fee includes instruction, a concert t-shirt, lunch, participation certificate and insurance. Additionally, if a participant registers for a camp before January 24, 2024, they are guaranteed a t-shirt in their preferred size.
No refunds are available for this event. All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu.
We reserve the right to cancel any event due to low enrollment; in this case, all fees paid will be refunded.
For participants who will be receiving a sponsorship to attend this event, please follow these steps to redeem your sponsorship:
- Register for the event and use the promo code provided by your sponsor during checkout.
- The sponsorship amount will be deducted from your invoice. Any remaining balance will be the participant's responsibility.
- If you need to cancel your registration, please note that the sponsorship funds will be returned to the supporting organization.
Please note that any qualifying discounts given by the event will not be applied after you have paid in full. Be sure to use the promo code during checkout to receive your discount. You will be charged if you do not qualify for the requested discount at the start of the event.
If a refund is issued due to overpayment on your account, a processing fee will be assessed.
If you have received an award or scholarship without a promo code or want to use two promo codes, please call Continuing Education Services at 262-472-3165 or email cesevents@uww.edu before registering to avoid overpayment fees.
Want to Sponsor a Registrant?
If you would like to sponsor a registrant and cover all or partial fees, you can request a promo code to give to your chosen registrant. For more details, please click here.
Arrival Information
- Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School - Performance Center
- Mukwonago High School - Greenwald Performing Arts Center
Check-in at 8:00 a.m.
Driving Directions
- Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High Schoo: Directions to the campus can be found here.
- Mukwonago High School: Directions to the campus can be found online by found here.
Parking
- Wisconsin Rapids High School: Parking permits are not required.
Mukwonago High School: Parking permits are not required.
By registering for an event, you agree to our Registration Terms and Conditions. UW-Whitewater will hold all registrants responsible for their conduct. Serious misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate dismissal from event. Registrants dismissed from the event will not receive a refund. Please review the Terms and Conditions for more details.
Be aware that we recommend that all portable electronic devices be left at home, but ultimately it is your decision. We know that parents and children value the ability to be able to call each other at a moment's notice. For that reason, we do not prohibit cell phones at camp, but ask that cell phone use does not interfere with the event and other participants. Parents are responsible for setting clear guidelines for cell use with their child. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.
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If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.
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Insurance
Registrants are encouraged to have their own health insurance as accident insurance provided by the University is limited. Each registrant will be covered by a limited accident insurance policy. The insurance includes primary coverage up to $10,000. Insurance does not cover pre-existing injuries and is for accidents only. The cost of insurance is included in the registration fee.
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Music
Student will have access to sheet music and mp3 recording of each concert selections for their practice. Concert folders with original sheet music will be used at the event. ALL music will be available via a link in your confirmation email, once you register.
Seating
Because this is a one-day event, seating order is not stressed. Rather, being a fully engaged section player will be the operative goal for each orchestra.
Teaching Staff
During the entire day all Young Artist students will be conducted, supervised, and assisted by professional teachers and Board members of the Wisconsin American String Teachers Association.
Nominations
Students are nominated by their school orchestra teacher OR their private studio teacher. For the WI Rapids site, there is no limit as to how many students can be nominated by each teacher. For the Mukwonago site, each teacher may nominate up to 10 students. Should a teacher wish to nominate more than 10, please contact Sue Chandler at smchandler2@gmail.com for availability. Students who receive an application from their teacher must enroll directly on-line through UW-Whitewater Continuing Education.
Teacher Nomination Process
Following are the guidelines for the technical level for each orchestra. Please keep these guidelines in mind as you nominate your student(s). Teachers will recommend either first or second violin for each violinist they nominate.
❖ The Allegro Orchestra – .5 to 1 year players who are able to read music, draw a full detache, staccato bow strokes. There should be a solid understanding of the key of D and the beginning understanding of the Key of G.
❖ The Vivace Orchestra – 1 to 1.5 year players who are able to read music, draw full detache, slurred, accented, hooked and legato bow strokes. They should be able to play in the keys of D, G, and beginning understanding of the key of C.
❖ The Presto Orchestra - 2 to 2.5 year players with a full understanding of notation, ease in varied bow styles and ability to read multiple movements or longer repertoire. Students should be able to read fluently in keys of D, G, C and beginning understanding of the key of A and minors.
What to Bring
- Instrument and bow in good working order
- Rosin
- A sharpened pencil
- Violin/viola players: A shoulder rest or sponge
- Cello/bass players: A floor strap or rock stop
- Registrants do not need to bring a folding stand
Event Schedule
| 8:00 am | Check In Foyer |
| 8:45 am | Rehearsals |
| 9:00 am | Large Group Rehearsal |
| 10:15 am | Break |
| 10:30 am | Sectionals |
| 11:30 am | Lunch (included in fee) |
| 12:15 pm | Large Group Rehearsal |
| 1:15 pm | Stage Dress Rehearsal |
| 1:45 pm | Break |
| 2:40 pm | Lareg Group Rehearsal & Prepare for Concert |
| 2:55 pm | Move to seating in PAC |
| 3:00 pm | Concert Begins |
| 4:00 pm | Concert Concludes |
Greenhill Center of the Arts
Greenhill Center of the Arts is the largest academic building on campus, housing the departments of art, music and theatre/dance. Home to the Barnett Theatre, Crossman Gallery, Hicklin Studio Theatre, Light Recital Hall, and van Steenderen Family Atrium.
Young Auditorium
Located next Greenhill Center of the Arts, the Young Auditorium is an award-winning facility designed especially for multi-purpose use. The unique design of the Young Auditorium features a seating capacity of 1300; however it can also achieve the feeling of warmth and intimacy of a much smaller space for 200-300.
