Percussion DAY Camp

Percussion DAY – Camp

Tuesday June 7th, 2022

The Percussion Camp is designed for high school  percussion performers seeking to improve their performance skills.  The camp will offer small-group and large group instruction and a grand finale performance at the end of the camp. Each student will receive a packet of exercises and other materials.

Students who have just completed 8th – 12th grade are eligible to attend.

Percussion Camp Costs
$95 for the day!

Registration is now open!
Deadline to register is May 23rd!

Percussion Camp Schedule

8:30 am – Registration

9:00 am – Session #1

12:00 pm – Lunch

1:00 pm – Session #2

3:00 pm – Parent Performance / Showcase

4:00 pm – Dismissal

PERCUSSION CAMP SPECIFIC NEEDS:

  • Your instrument and a stand for that instrument
    • Snare
    • Tenors
    • Bass
    • Cymbals
    • Keyboard percussion will be provided
  • Sticks or mallets – no sticks or mallets will be provided
  • Rehearsal and performance needs
    • Hats
    • Sunscreen
    • Insect Spray
    • Reusable Water Bottle
    • Appropriate summer outdoor clothing
    • Athletic Tennis Shoes
    • Outdoor rehearsal
    • Informal, summer clothes for rehearsals and recreation (e.g. swimsuit – PLEASE be conscious of swimsuit choices)
    • Tennis Shoes
    • Khaki Pants or Shorts (for final performance)
  • Resident Campers:
    • ALL linens are needed for twin size beds OR a sleeping bag
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries (soap, shampoo, hair dryer, etc.)
    • Bath towels and washcloths
    • Snacks, microwave meals, soft drinks/water are allowed in the dorms

Resources:

If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact David Potter, Coordinator of Band Operations: dtpotter@ua.edu