YOSA Summer String Camp

July 10-23, 2011




What is YOSA Summer String Camp?
YOSA Summer String Camp is the only program of its kind in the San Antonio metropolitan area. This two-week day camp provides intensive instruction in orchestral studies, string technique, music theory, composition and chamber music. This is an excellent opportunity for young string musicians to strengthen their musical skills during the summer.

You will be able to register for the 2011 YOSA Summer String Camp at the beginning of April. Please check back at that time to signup online. Any string player ages 8-18 with at least one year of experience on violin, viola, cello or bass is eligible.

2011 Camp Highlights:

-6 orchestras of varying ability levels
-Theory, composition, conducting techniques, and chamber music classes
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-Instruction in using state-of-the-art music software, including notation programs
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-Crafts and PE activities for younger camp division
-A special Young Peoples’ Concert presented by Cactus Pear Music Festival
-Sectional coaching with outstanding camp faculty and Cactus Pear Music Festival Young Artists in Residence
-Special Elective Class: Rockestra! NEW!
-Multiple concert performances featuring all YOSA Summer String Camp students
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-Group outing and center court half-time performance at a San Antonio Silver Stars basketball game at AT&T Center. The H-E-B Fun Zone will be open exclusively yo YOSA campers.
-YOSA offers free early drop-off (from 8 a.m.) and late pick-up (until 5 p.m.) on both campuses
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Quick Facts

Camp Dates: July 10-23, 2011 (9 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekdays)
Auditions Ensemble placement auditions will take place on Sunday, July 10, 2011

Violin Ensemble Placement Audition Music
Viola Ensemble Placement Audition Music
Cello Ensemble Placement Audition Music
Bass Ensemble Placement Audition Music

Location: Saint Mary’s Hall (Orchestras A, B, X, Y)
9401 Starcrest Drive,
San Antonio, TX 78217
This campus is for grades 7 or higher who have played for more than two years. Placement auditions will determine your assigned orchestra.

Church of Reconciliation
(Orchestras C and D)
8900 Starcrest Drive
San Antonio, TX 78217
For all students with one to two years of playing experience. No audition is required.

Camp Cost: $415 (tuition assistance will be available to all applicants)

Tuition Assistance
It is our goal to ensure students are not turned away due to financial circumstance and that assistance is provided to those in need. Download and mail the completed Financial assistance form to:

YOSA
106 Auditorium Circle, Ste. 130
San Antonio, TX 78205

Financial assistance form

Tuition assistance is made possible through a generous grant from the Elizabeth Huth Coates Charitable Foundation of 1992.