Sessions

There are many types of sessions offered at Scor! tailored especially for adult string players like you. Look for these exciting and informative sessions & opportunities at Scor! events this season:

Technique Sessions: Get some new revelations on how good technique can benefit you! Open up a new world of possibilities in your playing and brush up on your fundamentals. Come with your technical and musical questions.

• Cello Technique Class/Viola Technique Class/ Violin Technique Class: Learn key aspects of technique specific to your instrument that will allow you to play with less pain, better accuracy and sound, and more freedom. Topcis covered may include relaxing & maintaining a loose bow arm, executing various bow strokes efficiently, relaxing the left hand to play with more consistent intonation, tips on shifting & vibrato, & more.
• Brush Up on Bow Strokes Do you want your playing to take on a whole new flare? Ever wonder what that dot or line over the note really means in context? Different music requires different bow techniques to sound clear and to be expressive. Learn the physical skill and context behind each bow stroke, get tips on executing and practicing various bow strokes, and bring your sound to a whole new level!
• Success in Shifting What are the secrets to shifting? Why can’t I find that note… again? How do I prepare to shift correctly or learn to shift to a new position in the first place? Learn the fundamentals of successful shifting, along with tried and true methods and practice technique. Find yourself having  greater accuracy, less hesitation, and more success!

General Sessions: You'll explore general musical topics, ensemble skills, and other practical and helpful topics.

• Play Dynamically!: Ever wondered how to bridge the gap between your playing and the expressive playing you hear that you love? Learn how to apply and execute dynamics in a whole new way. Learn and try techniques that will have you breaking out of old boxes of loud and soft. Add this incredibly important tool to your toolkit, and listen as dynamics come alive in your playing.
• Warm Up: Ever feel as if your body is stiff and uncooperative when picking up your instrument? Be kind to your body and give it a proper warm-up. Learn and experience the warm-up techniques that can unlock further potential in your body to feel better and sound better!


Playing Sessions: Nothing like playing that instrument. Join the fun!

• Chamber Music Coachings: Work with top quality chamber music performers & teachers to learn the secrets to great ensemble playing.
• Fiddling for Fun: Even if you've never played in a fiddle style before, try it out! Vibrant toe-tappin' fun, including Celtic, Old Time, & original fiddle styles.
• Chamber Music Reading: Enjoy some chamber music with your new musical friends, pressure-free!

Orchestra
Build your ensemble skills, learn some beautiful string orchestra music, and focus on making a good section sound. Experience the joy of playing with others like yourself, and enhance your ensemble skills and musicality.

Private Lessons
A private lesson is your opportunity to get an hour of unique, customized instruction from our knowledgeable and dedicated faculty during Scor!. Come with specific questions or the desire to improve your playing. Solve your playing mysteries! Private lesson openings are limited and often sell out before camp, so sign up soon if you want one. (Private lessons take place during the Scor! Camp day.)

Go to the Scor! website: www.StringCamp.com