Summer Music & Theatre Camp 2008

We are excited to offer a variety of music and theatre programs to keep you entertained and learning throughout the summer. All of these programs are conducted at our Brandon, Florida store. If you have questions about any of our summer programs, call us at 813-685-5998. To sign up, just fill out the registration form below and mail it to us with your check, or bring it in to our store.

Print the registration form or register online using the links below.

Group Guitar Classes

Group Guitar ClassesPart 1

June 9 - 13 (ages 8 - 13, 10am - 12pm) $120 register
July 7 - 11 (ages 8 - 13, 10am - 12pm) $120 register
June 9 - 13 (ages 13 and up, 1pm - 3pm) $120 register
July 7 - 11 (ages 13 and up, 1pm - 3pm) $120 register

Part 2

June 16 - 20 (ages 8 - 13, 10am - 12pm) $120 register
July 14 - 18 (ages 8 - 13, 10am - 12pm) $120 register
June 16 - 20 (ages 13 and up, 1pm - 3pm) $120 register
July 14 - 18 (ages 13 and up, 1pm - 3pm) $120 register

Do you want both group cooperation and individual attention within a small class size? Focusing on a variety of musical genres, our group guitar lessons offer a relaxed environment for confident learning and participation.

Instructors: Michael B. and David Q.

Ensembles

Rock Band

Rock out this summer at Music Showcase!June 23 - 27 (9:00am – 12:00pm) $250
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July 7 - 11 (12:30pm - 3:30pm) $250
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Tired of playing by yourself? This week-long jam session will stretch your skills and provide an opportunity to perform with other musicians. Positions are limited, so sign up soon.

Instructor: Michael B.

Jazz Band

Jazz BandJuly 30 – 31 (9am-12pm, High School Students) $150
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July 28 - 29 (9am-12pm, Middle School) $150
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Blues, Rock, Funk or Swing! Step out of the box and learn new styles. This session is open to saxophone, trumpet and trombone players, keyboard, bass guitar, guitar and drummers. Two years of experience is required. Must also be able to read music notation.

Instructor: Willie L.

Percussion Ensemble

Percussion EnsembleJuly 21 - 25 (1:30pm – 3:30pm) $100
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A mini camp for percussionists who want to play pieces for percussion only as a group. Experience drum set, bongos, congas, timbales, marching percussion, and more. One year experience is required.

Instructor: Rick B.

Piano Ensemble

June 3 - 26 (Thursdays, 4:00pm - 5:00pm, plus weekly private session) $175

Play ensemble pieces such as duets for 1 piano/4 hands and 2 pianos/4 hands. Includes music theory activities, listening exercises, interactive feedback from the students and instructor, and private smaller group sessions within the structure of the larger group.

Class meets on Thursdays from 4:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. for one hour per session. Students will have an additional private duet session once per week to be scheduled with the instructor.

Instructor: Joseph G.

Beginning Violin (Ages 3-7)

June 16 - 20 (2:00pm - 3:15pm) $90 + $35 annual fee
July 21 - 25 (2:00pm - 3:15pm) $90 + $35 annual fee

Music Showcase wants to give younger violin students the opportunity to be exposed to different methods for learning violin and then have parents and students decide which method worked for that particular student. The beginning violin class will merge traditional violin with Suzuki Method for a unique and beneficial learning experience.

Instructor: Greg G.

Mini-Musicians (Ages 5 –7)

Mini Musicians Summer CampJune 16 - 20 (10am – 12pm) $110 register
July 21 - 25 (10am – 12pm) $110 register

Mini-Musicians is a general music, group class for children ages 5-7. Campers learn musical concepts and vocabulary. They’ll have theme days, games, activities and lots of fun as they prepare for private lessons in the fall.

Features Instrumental Petting Zoo!

Instructor: Sherry F.

Musical Theatre

Our musical theatre is the best! Directors Joy Rodgers and Miguel Oquendo make musicals come to life right before your eyes on our professional stage. Fees includes individual and group coaching, set, prop and costume design, certificate, free t-shirt, free ticket, cast party and memories to last a lifetime.

Acting Up! at Music Showcase (4 & up)

July 7 - 18 (Annie)
Half Day 9am – Noon (rehearsals only) $205 register
Full Day 9am – 3pm (see description)** $300 register

August 4 - 15 (Aristocats)
Half Day 9am – Noon (rehearsals only) $205 register
Full Day 9am – 3pm (see description)** $300 register

Instructor: Joy

** Campers bring their lunch and stay for theatrical games & activities, crafts, one-on-one coaching, and prop & set construction.

Jr. Showcase Players (8 & up)

Jekyll and HydeJune 9 - 20 (High School Musical) (9am – 1pm) $205
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July 21 - August 1 (Seussical) (9am – 1pm) $205
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Instructor: Joy

Showcase Players (13 & up)

June 9-27 (12pm – 4pm) $175
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Instructor: Miguel

Workshops

One Day Workshops

One Day Workshops at Music ShowcaseThese ONE DAY, ALL DAY workshops will get you through those lazy, hot days of summer. Perform in small groups, play theory games, master class tips, and so much more!

Worship UWORSHIP U register
Monday 6/23 (9am – 3pm) $55
Instructor: Willie L.

Pop IdolPOP IDOL** register
Tuesday 6/24 (9am – 3pm) $55
Instructor: TBA

Vocal/Acting WorkshopVOCAL/ACTING** register
Wednesday 6/25 (9am – 3pm) $55
Instructor: TBA

Flute WorkshopFLUTE* register
Thursday 6/26 (9am – 3pm) $55
Instructor: TBA

Cello WorkshopCELLO* register
Friday 6/27 (9am – 3pm) $55
Instructor: Susanne H.

* Instrumental workshops target individual technique as well as ensemble playing – with lots of fun! Six months experience, please.
**Strong vocal production, stage presence, how to choose a song, audition techniques, and more!

Two Day Saxophone Workshop (ages 12-18)

Sax Workshop at Summer CampJuly 28 - 29 (1:30pm – 3:30pm) $65
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Intense study into different stylings of saxophone: jazz, blues, classical, pop/rock, etc. Learn theory, arranging, improvisation, and more. Middle and High school students.

Instructor: Willie L.