When is the 2010 Camp?
How much does camp cost?
What meals are provided?
Where will I be staying?
Do I need to bring my instrument?
Do I need to audition to come to camp?
What else do I do besides play in band at camp?
What is the daily camp schedule?
What should I bring to camp?
Who supervises the campers?
What are the attendance rules and can I leave campus?
When is the Final Concert?
Are private lessons available?
What if I'm coming to camp by plane?
What medical information do I need to know and bring to camp?
Is my instrument insured while at camp?
Is the camp or UTA liable for lost or stolen items?
Can I bring a car to camp?
Are telephones provided in the dorms?
What if I need special accomodations?
What are the rules for student behavior?
Emergency Phone Numbers
Mailing address while at camp
The 2010 Summer Concert Band Camp is Sunday, June 13 through Thursday, June 17.
The Final Concert and Awards Ceremony will begin at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17th in Texas Hall.
Commuting students pay just $200. Students staying on campus pay $350, which includes all meals beginning Sunday dinner through Thursday dinner and housing for all nights. Dorm check out is Thursday.
All-State students receive free tuition. That means commuting students can attend free of charge and boarders only pay for their room and meals.
Refunds are available, based on your date of cancellation. The application packet lists refund dates and rates.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are provided as part of the Boarder Registration. Commuters may elect to pay per meal on their own at the cafeteria or bring their own lunch. The cost of the cafeteria lunch is approximately $7. Pre-paid meal cards are not available to commuter students.
Boarder students will be housed this year in Arlington Hall. This is the newest, premiere residence hall on the UTA campus.
UTA CANNOT SUPPLY INSTRUMENTS FOR CAMPERS with the exception of percussion instruments. Students should plan to bring their instrument, case and all necessary supplies such as reeds, valve oil, key oil, mutes, etc. Students who do not own their own instrument must make arrangements to secure an instrument from THEIR SCHOOL for use at camp. Percussionists should bring a practice pad, snare sticks and any other mallets they own.
The Camp will furnish all percussion instruments, but percussionists should bring their own practice pad for use with master class work as well as snare sticks, keyboard mallets, and timpani mallets if possible.
Whether your child will be staying on campus or commuting to the camp, we want to encourage you to make sure that their musical instrument is protected with the proper insurance. As with any activity involving large numbers of students, there is always the possibility of your child's instrument becoming damaged.
There is NO audition in order to be accepted at camp. As long as space is available, all who apply are accepted. HOWEVER, all students MUST play for us on Sunday to determine their band assignment so that we may ensure the best possible experience for all campers. Audition music can be found on the band camp home page: (http://www.uta.edu/music/band/sumcamps.htm). Click on the name of your instrument for your music and instructions.
Download audition etudes from the main camp page: http://www.uta.edu/music/band/sumcamps.htm Instructions are included.
All campers attend daily band rehearsals and sectionals. In addition, each student MUST CHOOSE an elective course. Students are placed according to preference, class capacity, and the date the application and fees are received. Students will be notified of their elective assignment at camp. Read these course descriptions carefully. Please note the grade level and prerequisite restrictions for each course. Rank your preference on your application.
Jazz Performance: Advanced students will have the opportunity to perform in the camp jazz band. All others who elect this option will be placed in the jazz styles/improv class to learn the more about playing jazz. Placement is based on instrumentation and grade level. For all grades—enrollment limited.
Elements of Jazz: Class for learning the basic jazz elements and jazz style. This is a non-playing, non-performing classroom introduction to jazz listening and appreciation. For all grades.
Conducting: Instruction in the basic beat patterns and expressive gestures for conducting a band. Students will be placed in classes based on grade level. For all grades.
Music Theory for 7/8 graders: Class designed for learning and reinforcing the elements of rhythm, counting, scales and keys.
Music Theory and Advanced Music Theory: Intermediate and advanced classes for learning the fundamentals of music theory, including chords, scales, keys and intervals. Only high school students with previous theory experience should choose Advanced Theory.
This schedule is provided as an overview. A final schedule will be available at the beginning of camp.
Commuters are always welcome to stay for the evening activities. Commuters not attending evening activities may be picked up at the end of the rehearsal day (noted in the schedule).
Sunday, June 13
1:00 p.m. Camp Check-in and Auditions
5:00 p.m. MANDATORY ALL-CAMP MEETING
6:00 p.m. Dinner
8:15-10:30 p.m. Evening Activity
10:30 p.m. In Rooms
11:00 p.m. Lights Out
Monday, June 14 - Wednesday, June 16
7:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:30 a.m. Rehearsals/Sectionals
Noon Lunch
1:30 p.m. Rehearsal/Electives
4:30 p.m. End of Rehearsal Day
5:30 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m. Evening Activity
10:00 p.m. In Dorms
10:30 p.m. In Rooms
11:00 p.m. Lights Out
Thursday, June 17
7:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:30 a.m. Rehearsals/Sectionals
Noon Lunch
1:30 p.m. Rehearsals/Electives
4:30 p.m. End of Rehearsal Day
4:30 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Final Concert
Registration Materials if not already sent:
--Authorization for Medical Treatment for Minors
--Report of Medical History
--Notice of Privacy Practices Acknowledgement of Receipt Form
Cash (A suggested amount is $20 - $30)
--For snacks, etc. throughout the week
--Commuters should plan on $8 - $10 per day for the cost of lunch.
--Automobile registration fee if you plan to leave a car on campus - $2.00
--Change for vending machines (the camp office does not have change)
Dormitory Needs for ALL BOARDERS
--towels and washcloths
--bed linens for twin size bed
--pillows
--toiletries
Rehearsal and Class Needs
--Instrument and case (clearly marked with your name)
--Pencils
--Wire music stand (clearly marked with name)
--Watch
--brass players: mutes that you own
--percussionists: snare sticks, practice pad, any mallets you own.
Clothing Needs
--Appropriate nice clothes for the concert. (No jeans, shorts, or uniforms)
--Appropriate daytime clothing (shorts, tennis shoes, T-shirts, etc.)
--sunscreen
--sunglasses
In addition to the superb teaching faculty, UTA Band Camp counselors will help guide and supervise campers in all camp activities. Counselors are experienced and trained junior, senior and graduate-level college students, supervised by an adult staff made up of music teachers and professional dormitory supervisors.
Attendance is required at all sessions. The extremely concentrated schedule for the week requires timely attendance at all classes and rehearsals so that the week can run as smoothly as possible. University classes are being held during the day, so students are asked to be quiet and courteous in changing classes inside the buildings.
Commuting students who need to leave campus and/or miss a class must have written permission from their parent/guardian. Boarders may not leave campus at any time without the prior written permission of their parent/guardian and either the Senior Resident Counselor or the Camp Director's prior consent. Violations of these rules will be cause for immediate dismissal from camp. The University and camp faculty and staff members will not be responsible for any property damage or student injuries to those who violate this rule.
The Final Concert and Awards Ceremony will begin at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17 in Texas Hall. The concert is free and open to everyone. Attire for the concert is nice clothes. Please, no jeans, shorts or t-shirts for the concert. Concert CD’s will be available for purchase in the lobby of Texas Hall.
Students who elect to take a private lesson during camp may do so with the sectional instructor at the cost of $20 per half hour. Lessons should be scheduled at the first sectional and students should pay each private instructor directly.
Students traveling to the Dallas Fort Worth area by plane may either fly into DFW International Airport (15 minutes from UTA) or Love Field (45 minutes from UTA). Those students requiring ground transportation to and from the airport must make their own arrangements.
Required Forms
Several medical and privacy forms are required for campers to participate. These will be sent to you with your camp confirmation after receiving your camp application and fees.
Treatment
Emergency illness or injury accidents should be brought to the attention of faculty or counselors immediately. If medical attention is necessary, arrangments for treatment will be made with Arlington Memorial Hospital. Should any medical services be necessary, a staff member will accompany the student to the appropriate facility and contact the parent or guardian.
Insurance
Parental insurance will be the primary coverage for services incurred at any of the local hospitals or medical facilities. The UTA Music Camps insurance will be a secondary coverage that coordinates with your primary coverage.
Prescription Medicines
Students taking prescription drugs should notify camp administrators in writing concerning the specific medicine, dosage, and frequency of medication. If detailed information is required, please attach a separate sheet to the Medical Release Form. Failure to adhere to this policy will be considered a violation of university drug policies and may result in suspension from camp without refund.
Whether your child will be staying on campus or commuting to the camp, you are encouraged to make sure that their musical instrument is protected with the proper insurance. As with any activity involving large numbers of students, there is always the possibility of your child's instrument becoming damaged.
Although we do not require instrument insurance as some summer camps do, we highly recommend that you have some form of coverage before your child comes to campus in June. Many of you may already have instrument insurance through your home-owner's or renter's insurance policy. If you are renting from one of the local music companies, you may have been given the opportunity to select coverage through them.
We recommend that you record the make, model, age, and serial number of your instrument as many instruments look alike. It is also helpful if the case is marked very clearly with the student's name and school. Please be advised that although the university and the camp staff will take all reasonable precautions to protect your child's instrument, you are solely responsible should damage or loss occur.
All personal property, including instruments, purses, and money are the responsibility of the owners at all times. The university and summer camps take no responsibility for lost or misplaced belongings. Items of value should not be left unattended in any university room or building. Names should be clearly marked on all property.
Students and their parents will be held financially responsible for any damage to any University or personal property that occurs intentionally or through negligence on the part of the student.
Students who have their own automobiles on campus must purchase a parking tag that is valid for the week of camp for $2.00, cash only. Students who drive a car to camp are not allowed to transport campers at any time during the camp. The University, camp faculty and staff members are not responsible for any damages or injuries to students (drivers or passengers) who violate this rule.
Dorm rooms do not have phones; however, students may elect to bring their own phone and phone cord if they desire.
If you require an accommodation based on a disability, please call us to make arrangements.
A detailed list of camp rules will be distributed at camp check-in.
It is our goal to provide a fun and enjoyable camp experience in an educational setting. Students are expected to exhibit acceptable behavior at all times in the dorm, rehearsals, and classes. Any student whose behavior becomes a distraction or is detrimental to the camp experience of others will receive one warning concerning their unacceptable behavior. A second offense may result in expulsion from camp. No refunds of any fees or deposit will be made to any student who is sent home for disciplinary reasons.
Students should dress appropriately. Inappropriate clothing or clothing with offensive slogans will not be tolerated.
CAMP OFFICE (817) 272-6010 or (817) 272-2533 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.) camp week
ARLINGTON HALL (817) 272-7951
UTA POLICE (817) 272-3381 (After 5 p.m. for emergencies only)
Student Name
Summer Music Camps
Box 19105
Arlington, TX 76019-0105