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Adult Workshops
African Drumming and Dance Workshop
DATE: July 2 - 6, 2012
TIME: Monday - Thursday 2:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Friday: 10:30 - 4:00pm
INSTRUCTORS: Sowah Mensah, University of Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:
Come study traditional Ghanaian music through performance modes of drumming, singing, flutes, gyil (xylophones) and dancing. Instrument and vocal pieces will be selected from a variety of musical styles such as unaccompanied vocal chants, songs, music from life cycle events, and music for social and other festive occasions. The workshop culminates in a final demonstration / performance. All instruments are provided by the School of Music, Theater & Dance. No prior drumming experience is required.
WORKSHOP APPLICATION:
Fees: Non-refundable Application Fee - $30 (not included in the workshop fee)
Workshop Fee - $500
Application deadline - June 11, 2012
To register please complete the attached form 2012 Summer Workshop Application, and mail to the following address along with a $30 check payable to the University of Michigan to:
Music Education Programs Office
2005 Baits Drive Rm. 220
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2075
or pay by credit card by going to the link below:
WORKSHOP APPLICATION for GRADUATE CREDIT:
The workshop may be taken for two graduate credits. Apply to the School as a "Non-Candidate for Degree" (NCFD) student: http://www.music.umich.edu/prospective_students/admissions/grad/music/app_proc/app_proc.htm
If accepted, you will pay for the credit(s) at the appropriate tuition rate (in-state or out-of-state).
Questions? Contact the School of Music, Theatre & Dance Admissions Office at 734-764-0593 or email at smtd.admissions@umich.edu.Application deadline - June 1, 2012
For more information about Summer Workshops, contact Regina Ferguson at:
Email: rcferg@umich.edu
Phone: (734) 764-5429
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