Jazz Band I - Improvising through Composition
ID# 21-J1
9:45am-10:45am @ Huron
Monday-Thursday June 14-July1

Grades 6-8. Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge in improvisation and composition through exciting scale games and fun group activities. Compositions can be done through collaborations or individual efforts. This is a great class for beginning to intermediate middle schoolers who would like to learn new scales and gain additional information about their instrument. Students will have an opportunity to learn and grow through their own creativity in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.

Students will present a solo or composition of their choice during a virtual jazz concert.
Instructor: Sean Dobbins, AAPS Summer Music Staff

All City Jazz Combo
ID# 21-J2
11:00am-12:00pm @ Huron
Monday-Thursday June 14-July1

Grades 6-12 Students will further their knowledge in jazz theory, improvisation and small ensemble concepts. This class will focus on the following:

1. Listening exercises to develop an understanding of group interactions in a small jazz ensemble format.
2. Further knowledge in Jazz Theory.
3. Improvisation through composition- students will have the opportunity to compose their own solos by combining their own ideas with existing solos and melodies.

Projects can be done in an individual or collaborative effort.

Students will combine the information obtained from the class to create their own individual solos or compositions to be presented at a virtual jazz performance at the conclusion of the camp.
Instructor: Sean Dobbins, AAPS Summer Music Staff

All City Jazz Big Band
ID# 21-J3
12:15-1:15pm @ Huron
Monday-Thursday June 14-July1

Grades 9-12. Further your skills as a section player or big band soloist. This class will focus on the various approaches to rhythm, phrasing, articulations and improvisation in a jazz large ensemble. Students will have the opportunity to compose section solos as well as individual big band solos. This is a GREAT class to further your contribution in a high school jazz ensemble. Projects can be done as individual or group efforts.

Students will present their individual or group projects during a virtual performance at the conclusion of the camp.
Instructor: Sean Dobbins, AAPS Summer Music Staff.

Beginning and Intermediate Percussion Drumline
7/5 - 7/15 (2 weeks, 1.5 hr. class) (Session 1)
7/19 - 7/29 (2 weeks, 1.5 hr. class) (Session 2)
ID# 21-D1
Huron H.S. @ 9:30 - 11:00 AM

Grades 6-8. This is an opportunity for the percussion section to "Be the Stars." Students will learn a variety of marching percussion instruments, fundamentals, rudiments and technique in a marching band style. Beginning students are encouraged to participate.
Instructor: Pete Goodman, AAPS Summer Music Staff. 

Drumline Workout
7/5 - 7/15 (2 weeks, 1.5 hr. class) (Session 1)
7/19 - 7/29 (2 weeks, 1.5 hr. class) (Session 2)
ID# 21-D2
Huron H.S. @ 11:15am - 12:45pm

Grades 9-12. This is an opportunity for the percussion section to "Be the Stars." Students will learn a variety of marching percussion instruments, fundamentals, rudiments and technique in a marching band style.
Instructor: Pete Goodman, AAPS Summer Music Staff.

Instrumental Music Day Camp
ID# 21-IMDC
9:00am - 2:00pm @ Huron HS
Monday-Thursday June 14-July1

Grades: 6, 7, & 8.  Students will have the opportunity to hone their craft through lessons on performance, music theory, composition and improvisation. This day camp will include: large ensemble (band and orchestra) rehearsals, sectionals (by instrument or instrument family), multi-leveled instruction, and an All Camp Symphony experience (band and orchestra perform together). Physical movement will also be included.  The camp session will conclude with a concert.
Instructor: Brittany Osman, Henry Pakela, AAPS Music Staff.

Ann Arbor Intermediate Orchestra Ensemble
ID# 21-AAIO
10:00 - 11:00 am @ AA Open
Monday-Thursday June 14-July1

Grades 6 & 7. This class is for students who have played violin, viola, cello or bass for less than 2 years. This is an orchestra experience for students looking for a moderate challenge in a relaxed and fun environment.
Instructor: Timario Wilkins, AAPS Music Staff 

Ann Arbor Advanced Orchestra Ensemble
ID# 21-AAAO
11:00 am - 12:00 pm @ AA Open
Monday-Thursday June 14-July1

Grades 7 & Up. This class is for students who have played violin, viola, cello or bass for more than 2 years. This is an orchestra experience for students looking for a moderate challenge in a relaxed and fun environment.
Instructor: Timario Wilkins, AAPS Music Staff.

Ann Arbor 5th Grade Fun with Strings
ID# 21-AAB
12:00 - 1:00 pm @ AA Open
Monday-Thursday June 14-July1

Grades 5 & Up. Miss playing all your favorite 5th Grade Songs on the violin, viola, or cello? For three weeks, we will explore and review songs we learned this past school year and a few new ones. We welcome beginners of all skill levels with less than 1 year of experience to the class.
Instructor: Timario Wilkins, AAPS Music Staff.

** Limited scholarships are available to AAPS students only, with proof of income and/or demonstration of need from other programs (e.g. Rec & Ed). Deadline for application is June 4. To apply please fill out the scholarship form and email to: Kimberly Coulson-Mobley at coulsonm@a2schools.org