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Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI, USA 48197
Dr. Diane L. Winder
Interim Department Head
emu.music@emich.edu
Phone: 734.487.4380
Fax: 734.487.6939
"It was so amazing to just spend the day focusing on conducting...not worrying about all those other things that seem to take precedence over the true art of being a band leader. The concepts and skills we worked on took me to a new level with my students and truly changed how I do things on the podium. I'll definitely be back next year."
-Anne Houston, Director of Bands at Summit Academy, Symposium Participant/Conductor 2009
Dear Colleagues:
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John Whitwell
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I would like to cordially invite you to attend EMU’s 5th Annual Wind Conducting Symposium for Music Educators on Saturday December 1, 2012 at the Alexander music Building on the campus of Eastern Michigan University. Join us in a supportive environment as we explore technical and pedagogical approaches to conducting, offer practical strategies for daily rehearsals, and address issues of communication and motivation that will enhance and inspire your teaching and improve your ensemble’s performance.
This all-day workshop will include morning and afternoon conducting sessions with the EMU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band, as well as a special presentation by Professor John Whitwell. John Whitwell, who retired in 2011 as professor of music and director of the Michigan State University Bands, has distinguished himself in the field of music as an educator, clinician, conductor, adjudicator, and author.
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Dr. Mary Schneider |
Whether you choose to participate as a conductor or an observer, we hope you will take advantage of this enriching opportunity and join us at EMU on December 1st. Come be inspired! For additional information, please contact us by email at emu.bands@emich.edu or call 734.487.1430.
With all best wishes,
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Our schedule for the day (8:30am-5:00pm):
8:15-8:45am Registration/Check-in (bagels and coffee) Lobby
9:00- 11:45am Conducting Session I
Lunch (provided)
12:45-1:45pm John Whitwell Lecture
2:00-5:00pm Conducting Session II