whylowbrassWhy Low Brass Boot Camp?

You will get personalized instruction from six of the finest euphonium/tuba performers in the world. Also, you will get a daily regiment of the following:

  • Breathing classes, Warm-up classes with leading tutors.
  • Master-Classes every day with our artists.
  • One hour-long lesson from at least two instructors while you are on campus.
  • Euphonium/tuba small ensemble and large ensembles.
  • Preparation for Falcone solo competitions, including a mock-judging by the artists.
  • Networking opportunities with euphonium and tuba players from around the world!
  • Lots of time to enjoy the Tucson area, and plenty of one-on-one interaction with the staff.

howtoapplyHow to Apply

We will be limiting the low-brass bootcamp to 50 participants (25 euphonium and 25 tuba), so make your reservation early.

To Apply, fill out the Application Form

Questions or comments, please contact us here: lowbrassbootcamp@me.com

aboutthecampAbout the Camp

The third annual low-brass bootcamp will be held in Tucson, Arizona from July 23-27, 2012 on the campus of the University of Arizona.

Join world-class players from every corner of the globe as world-renown tutors provide a week of intense training and fun. 2012 Staff includes:

Euphonium

  • Steven Mead, international soloist and professor of euphonium at the Royal Northern College of Music.
  • Pat Stuckemeyer, soloist, entrepreneur and professor of tuba and euphonium at Mesa Community College.
  • Danny Helseth, former euphoniumist with the Air Force Band, Washington, D.C.
  • Jamie Lipton, assistant Professor of Low Brass at Henderson State University.
  • Matt Tropman, former euphonist with the 'President's Own' U.S. Marine Band and current professor of tuba and euphonium at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.

Tuba

  • Kelly Thomas, professor of euphonium and tuba at the University of Arizona.
  • Aaron Tindall, soloist, professor of tuba and euphonium at Ithaca College.
  • Scott Watson, professor of euphonium and tuba at the University of Kansas.
  • Warren Deck, former principal tuba of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra.

costCost

Cost for the weekly tuition will be $450. Included in this will be:

  • Weekly tuition.
  • Camp commemorative T-Shirt
  • Evening activities
  • Transportation to-and-from University of Arizona
  • Catered Breakfast and Lunch

Lodging is available in single and double occupancy dormitory rooms.

Costs are:

  • Single occupancy: $250/person
  • Double occupancy: $150/person