Summer Music West

0
868
Laura-Reynolds

Laura Reynolds

Camp Director for Summer Music West

(415) 503-6254

Interview With

Laura Reynolds

[vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”white” gap=”5″ c_position=”right” active_section=”1″ css_animation=”fadeIn” el_class=”cus-accor”][vc_tta_section title=”How long has your camp been operational?” tab_id=”1488799637882-9bf5c757-341d”]

Summer Music West started in 1984, and 2014 marks our 30th season.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Where are you located?” tab_id=”1488799637923-90e6eeee-24b9″]

Summer Music West is presented by the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. We are located at 50 Oak Street, in the Civic Center neighborhood of San Francisco and just blocks from many public transportation options.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is your camp’s philosophy?” tab_id=”1488805562684-15743552-22ad”]

To allow students to Explore Excellence in Music through select programs based on the traditions of Conservatory training. SMW students will enjoy the camaraderie of other talented musicians and the guidance of our distinguished faculty.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What does your camp specialize in?” tab_id=”1489142345986-4985fd75-8f30″]

Music, in three areas: small ensemble playing (one person on a part), composition or singing.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What activities do you offer?” tab_id=”1489147114089-cc047cc3-c1b2″]

Our sessions are in 3 areas, instrumental, vocal and composition. Generally speaking, we offer small group settings. Specific activities include rehearsal and coaching sessions, recitals, and master classes.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What are the typical session lengths and approximate pricing for your camp?” tab_id=”1488805694385-c9eb90d8-8e19″]

All our sessions are day camps and most are 2 weeks in length except the Composition Intensive, which runs for 5 weeks. Admission is by audition, and starts with a $50 application fee. Tuition runs between $450 – 985, depending on the session.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How much staff do you have and how do you select your staff? ” tab_id=”1488805789916-e80715d9-957f”]

Our faculty and staff are primarily selected from current Conservatory Pre-­‐College faculty and many of them have been with the program for a long time. The G&S Scenes staff is from Lamplighters Music Theatre. We have an excellent student/teacher ratio as most of the classes are small.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Why should parents send their kids to your camp?” tab_id=”1488805831034-03374034-f024″]

We provide high level music training in a stimulating, supportive environment. Kids who are excited about their music study and looking for a community of other kids of similar mind will find that at Summer Music West.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”When does your camp enrollment start and finish?” tab_id=”1488805868856-26e5c1c9-8fbc”]

Audition Registration is open now and will be until April 15.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is there anything else that would be helpful for parents to know about your camp?” tab_id=”1489147024089-f311ec75-cde5″]

Admission to Summer Music West is based on each applicant’s abilities as demonstrated in the audition as well as compatibility with other applicants. Those selected enjoy the camaraderie of other talented young musicians and an immersive musical life for the duration of camp.

[/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is the best way for parents to reach you to register for Camp?” tab_id=”1489493761949-f35fe73d-2de6″]

open 24 hours a day.

[/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion]