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Trumpet Camp Offers Perfect Blend Of Learning And Performing

Dr. Kevin Gebo is now in his third year as Director of the Mason Summer Trumpet Academy, June 17-21, 2019. What does he say to potential teen trumpet players, ages 13-18, who are considering signing up? “Be ready to play and learn a lot!” 

Dr. Kevin Gebo, a George Mason University Trumpet professor, leads the Trumpet Academy, which is part of Mason Summer Music Intensive Week. Located in Mason’s School of Music on the Mason Fairfax campus in Fairfax, VA (in the Washington, DC Metro area), the Summer Music Intensive Week brings aspiring teen musicians from across the region and the country together for instrument-specific clinics, group masterclasses and workshops, social activities, and a robust final student performance in the Center for the Arts concert hall.

 

 

Along with the usual clinics, masterclasses, rehearsals, and trumpet ensembles, a new feature this year we will be a mock audition and solo performance for each student.

“You can expect substantial one on one teaching with some of the world’s best, a chance to perform with other young trumpeters in the area, and building confidence in your playing for the following school year,” explained Dr. Gebo. “When students leave this intensive, they will be ahead of the game back at school!”

 

Students learning at summer trumpet camp

 

Two very special guest artists are currently in the works, which will be officially announced in the next few weeks as soon as details are finalized.

“I love the fact that my colleagues and I get to work with each student individually and watch them grow, even in such a short time,” said Professor Gebo.

 

Summer trumpet camp flier

 

“A stand-out part of the week for me is always the final concert performance with the trumpet ensembles,” stated Dr. Gebo. “It  makes me so proud to see the work put in by the students in just one week!”

The Trumpet Academy offers a unique mix of learning from teaching artists, performing with peers, learning about all areas of the music world, and working with guest artists from around the world.

As part of Summer Music Intensive Week, the Mason Summer Trumpet Academy also offers a Residential option, including on-campus housing and meals plus special evening activities, for an additional fee.

 

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The Academy will be closed for Spring Break beginning Monday, March 25 and will re-open on Monday, April 1. We will be operating with limited hours. For any urgent requests, please call 703-993-9889.

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