YOUTH CATALOG - Idyllwild Arts Academy

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SUMMER PROGRAM
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IDYLLWILD
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The mission of the Idyllwild Arts Foundation is to promote and advance artistic and cultural development
through education in a beautiful, natural environment
conducive to positive personal growth.
The Idyllwild Arts Summer Program provides arts
instruction and experiences of the highest caliber to
a diverse student population of all ages and abilities.
The Idyllwild Arts Academy provides pre-professional
training in the arts and a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum to a diverse student body of gifted
young artists from all over the world.
(See page 47 for details)
• Early Payment Discount
• Family Discount
• Teacher Discount
• Bring a Friend Discount
• Four-Week Music Discount
Scholarships
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program provides financial
aid, where needed, for talented young artists. (See
page 47 for details)
About Idyllwild...
The village offers many lodging alternatives, from
luxury to rustic including public and private campgrounds. (Call for a list or visit our website for details)
Location
The campus is located at 5000’ elevation in the
Strawberry Valley on the western slopes of the San
Jacinto Mountains. The 205-acre campus is a naturally beautiful setting with clean air, alpine forests,
mountains and meadows.
The Idyllwild Arts campus is situated two
miles from the center of the village of Idyllwild and
2 1/2 hours from Los Angeles and San Diego by car.
(See page 48 for maps)
Transportation
There is no public transportation to or within Idyllwild. Transportation is available via campus vans
from Ontario International Airport or Palm Springs
Regional Airport and Idyllwild.
The Summer Program
The summer tradition that began in 1950 to bring
the best artists in their fields to teach under the pines
continues today. Intensive hands-on workshops in
music, dance, theatre, visual arts, writing, filmmaking
and Native arts are offered to students from age 5 to
105. Each year more than 1,700 adults and children
attend the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program.
There are four arts centers plus Family Camp that
comprise the Summer Program.
•The Children’s Center (ages 5–12)
•Junior Artist’s Center (ages 11–13)
•The Youth Arts Center (ages 13–18)
•Adult Arts Center
(See separate Adult Program Catalog)
Family Camp: The whole family is welcome at Family
Camp. Everyone will enjoy a week of arts activities
and fun! (See page 5 for details)
Daily Schedule
In general, students can expect to be involved in
course-related activities a minimum of six hours
per day.
Activities
The Campus has a 25 meter swimming pool open to
all registered students. Hiking, field sports, recitals, performances, art demonstrations, lectures and exhibition
center openings are all part of the activities program.
Supervision
Children’s, Junior Artist’s andYouth Center students are
supervised by counselors who are rigorously screened
and interviewed by the Director of the Summer Program and the Dean of Students.
Facilities and Services
The campus features large modern dormitories,
residence halls, dining hall and a snack bar. Services
include health center, bookstore and laundry facilities.
The art studios include numerous indoor and outdoor
facilities. Exhibition areas include the Parks Exhibition
Center and the Eymann Sculpture Garden.
Numerous restaurants and cafes are located in the
village and feature a variety of cuisine from gourmet
to classic fare.
Additional information regarding Idyllwild may be
found on the following websites:
www.idyllwildarts.org
www.towncrier.com
www.artinidyllwild.com
Things to do in Idyllwild
Idyllwild is listed as one of the“100 Best Small ArtTowns
in America”and features over 15 galleries representing
the work of more than 200 artists.
Idyllwild is filled with unique gift and antique shops,
galleries, and restaurants of all types.
There are hundreds of miles of hiking trails for all levels.
Weather
Summer temperatures range from the high 70’s to
low 90’s during the day and dropping to the 50’s–60’s
in the evenings.
Performance halls include the IAF Theatre, Stephens
Recital Hall, Holmes Amphitheatre, Junior Players
Theatre among others.
Summer Registrar-Idyllwild Campus
phone: (951) 659-2171 ext. 2365
fax: (951) 659-4552
email: summer@idyllwildarts.org
website: www.idyllwildarts.org
The Krone Library houses resource areas, classrooms
and a museum.
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program
P.O. Box 38, Idyllwild, California 92549-0038
There are dedicated dance studios, rehearsal halls,
film studio and practice rooms located throughout
the campus.
Los Angeles Office
phone: (213) 622-0355
Summer Events
(See page 3 & 4 for a list of culminations, performances,
exhibitions, lectures and more.)
Follow us
Discounts and Credits
Idyllwild Arts offers students the following options:
Twitter
Facebook
Tumbler
Instagram
Catalog Cover Design: Idyllwild Arts Marketing Department
Book Design & Layout: Bruce McMenamin
Copy Editing: Emma McMenamin
Photography: Paula Harding
FAMILY CAMP................................................................................................5
VISUAL ARTS Art Exploration..........................................................35
Ceramics: Clay Works..............................................35
Drawing & Painting..................................................35
Drawing & Painting Master’s Class.....................36
Fashion Design..........................................................37
Jewelry Workshop....................................................37
Photography: Digital Photo..................................38
Photography101.......................................................38
CHILDREN’S CENTER (ages 5–12)
Program Description................................................... 9
Multi-Arts Day Program (ages 5–8)...................................................11
Specialized Programs (ages 9–12)
DANCE Dance Explosion.........................................................12
FILM Collaborative Filmmaking.....................................13
MUSIC Piano Workshop........................................................13
THEATRE Acting for the Camera............................................13
Mini-Musical Theatre...............................................14
Theatre of Myth and Folklore...............................14
VISUAL ARTS
Adventures in Art.....................................................15
Art From Many Cultures.........................................15
Drawing & Sculpture...............................................15
Modern Art, Clay & Sculpture..............................16
WRITING From Page to Stage.................................................16
FACULTY BIOS............................................................40
JUNIOR ARTIST’S CENTER (ages 11–13)
Program Description .................................................. 9
FILM
THEATRE
JA Collaborative Filmmaking...............................17
Mini-Musical Theatre...............................................17
Musical Theatre.........................................................18
Shakespeare’s World................................................19
Theatre Adventures.................................................19
VISUAL ARTS
Ceramics Workshop.................................................20
Computer Animation..............................................20
Fashion Design, Art & More..................................20
The Magic of Art.......................................................21
Painting & Drawing..................................................21
Photography Today.................................................21
WRITING Young Writer’s Workshop......................................22
FACULTY BIOS............................................................40
YOUTH ARTS CENTER (ages 13–18)
Program Description.................................................22
COMPUTER ARTS Computer Animation................................................23
3D Modeling & Printing.........................................24
DANCE Dance Workshop......................................................24
Song and Dance.......................................................32
FILM Acting for the Camera............................................32
Directing for the Camera.......................................25
Filmmaking.................................................................25
MUSIC Band, Ch. Music, Orch Prog Desc........................26
Symphonic Band.................................................26
HS Symphony Orchestra..................................27
HS Wind Ensemble...............................................28
HS Chamberfest....................................................28
Festival Choir..............................................................29
Harp Workshop.........................................................30
Jazz Workshop...........................................................30
Piano Workshop........................................................31
Song and Dance.......................................................32
Songwriting................................................................31
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Acting for the Camera............................................32
Directing for the Camera.......................................25
Song and Dance.......................................................32
Summer Theatre Festival.......................................33
Summer Theatre Intensive....................................34
YOUTH CATALOG
THEATRE
Tab l e of Co nte nt s
Since 1950, the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program—formerly known as
ISOMATA—has offered intensive, hands-on workshops to students of
all ages and abilities. We offer two catalogs, one for adults and one for
children and teenagers. This catalog contains program information for
children and teenagers.
WRITING Fiction Workshop......................................................39
Poetry Workshop......................................................39
FACULTY BIOS............................................................41
GENERAL INFORMATION
Campus Facilities ........................................................................................... 45
Check-In/Fee Payment................................................................................. 46
Discounts/Credits/Scholarships/Refunds.............................................. 47
Summer Schedule of Events and Performances....................................3
Health Services/Mail/Activities.................................................................. 45
Housing and Meals (Please see the individual Arts Center
Program descriptions listed above)..................................... 5, 9, 22
Location/Transportation.............................................................................. 45
Maps (Location & Campus)......................................................................... 48
Parks Exhibition Center/Bookstore/Laundry/
Check Cashing/Cashiers Office.................................................................. 45
Policies............................................................................................................... 46
Registration/Fees............................................................................................ 46
Registration Forms......................................................................................... 49
IDYLLWILD ARTS FOUNDATION ................................................... 47
IDYLLWILD ARTS ACADEMY ........................................................... 52
WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS
Visit www.idyllwildarts.org or
call 951-659-2171 x2365 for a catalog.
CERAMICS
Ceramics: Form, Surface & Fire!
Hot Clay
The Figure in Clay
Pots/Possibilities
Surfaces: Form & Imagery
Making & Decorating & Soda Firing
Personal Pots Through Soft Slabs
JEWELRY
Bits & Pieces: Putting It All Together
Mixed Media Jewelry: Forget the Box
Metals Week
Electroforming for Jewelry
Pearl Opportunities
Precious Vessels: Vases & Containers
Let’s Solder It!
Textured & Layered Rings
Professional Stone Setting
MIXED-MEDIA/BOOK ARTS
Assemblage I: Sacred Shrine
Assemblage II: Movie Monster Madness
Exploring Book Arts: The Box as Book
Illuminated Manuscript
Dream Punk: Collage-ssemblage
NATIVE AMERICAN ARTS
Cahuilla Basketry
Hopi Jewelry: Overlay & Tufa Casting
Cahuilla Style Pottery
Native American Flutemaking
Native American Arts Festival
Native Foods in the Modern Kitchen
Native Plants: Utilitarian Uses
Anishnabe Black Ash Basketry
Tongva Abalone Inlay
Navajo Weaving I & II
Navajo Inlay Jewelry
Hopi Tewa Pottery
Northwest Coast Hand Drums
PAINTING/DRAWING
Color Crush
The Practice of Drawing as Meditation
Encaustic Painting
Expressive Painting
Figure Painting
The Art of Selling Art
Travel Drawing & Painting
Watercolor for All
Watercolor Untamed
PHOTOGRAPHY
iPhoneography
PRINTMAKING
Monotype: Layers & Plates
Printmaking: Alternative Techniques
SCULPTURE
Glass Blowing
Small Scale Bronze Casting
TEXTILES/FASHION
Fabric Painting & Design Techniques
Millinery Design: Draping Felt/Straw Hats
WRITING
Writers Week
The Art of Writing Fiction: Making It Up
Writing Memoir
Poetry
Year-Long Manuscript Critique
Summer 2015
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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7/5–11
7/12–18
7/19–25
7/26–8/1
Collaborative Filmmaking
Piano Workshop
Acting for the Camera
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8/2–8
6/28–7/4
Dance Explosion
6/20–26
Weekly Sessions-Day Program only for ages 5–8
2015 COURSE
FAMILY CAMP
Please note: Family Camp runs Saturday–Friday
MULTIARTS
DANCE
FILM
MUSIC
THEATRE
Mini-Musical Theatre
Theatre of Myth and Folklore
VISUAL ARTS
Adventures in Art
Art from Many Cultures
Drawing & Sculpture
Modern Art, Clay & Sculpture
JUNIOR’S CENTER (ages 11–13)
WRITING
FILM
THEATRE
From Page to Stage
Jr. Artist’s Collaborative Filmmaking
Mini-Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre
Shakespeare’s World
Theatre Adventures
VISUAL ARTS
Ceramics Workshop
Computer Animation
Fashion Design, Art & More
The Magic of Art
Painting & Drawing
Photography Today
YOUTH CENTER (ages 13–18)
WRITING
COMPUTERS
Young Writers Workshop
Computer Animation
DANCE
Dance Workshop-2 sessions
Song & Dance
FILMMAKING
Directing for the Camera-2 sessions
MUSIC
HS Symphony Orchestra
HS Wind Ensemble
Symphonic Band
Filmmaking for High School Filmmakers
3D Modeling & Printing
HS Chamberfest
Festival Choir
Harp Workshop
Jazz Workshop
Piano Performance Workshop
Song & Dance
Songwriting
THEATRE
Acting for the Camera-2 sessions
Summer Theatre Intensive Directing for the Camera-2 sessions
Summer Theatre Festival
VISUAL ARTS
Art Exploration
Ceramics Workshop
Drawing & Painting Workshops-2 sessions
Drawing & Painting: Master’s Class
Fashion Design-2 sessions
Jewelry Workshop
Photography: Digital Photography
WRITING
Fiction Workshop-3 sessions
Poetry Workshop
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Photography 101
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2015 EVENTS
S ch e dul e
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Metals Week.
Lectures:
Kristina Glick,
Joanna Gollberg,
Jo Haemer,
Deb Jemmott,
Tom McCarthy,
Pauline Warg,
April Wood
7 p.m. Krone Library.
Hot Clay.
Lecture:
Nick Joerling
Hot Clay.
Lecture:
Kathy King
7 p.m.
Krone Library.
Parks Exhibition
Center Opening
Reception.
Hot Clay, Metals
Week & Faculty.
8 p.m.
Parks Center.
WEDNESDAYTHURSDAY FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Metals Week.
Student Show.
4 p.m.
Krone Library Patio
Hot Clay
Lecture:
Kensuke Yamada
7 p.m.
Krone Library.
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Hot Clay.
Lecture:
Liz Zlot Summerfield
7 p.m.
Krone Library.
Native Artist
Demonstration.
7 p.m. Parks Center.
Parks Exhibition
Center Opening
Reception.
Hot Clay & Faculty
8 p.m.
Artist Lectures:
Charles Ciali,
Ron Pokrasso
7 p.m.
Krone Library.
Hot Clay.
Lecture:
Lorna Meaden
7 p.m.
Krone Library.
Hot Clay.
Lecture:
Richard Burkett
7 p.m.
Krone Library.
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Native American
Arts Pottery
Firing.
Tony Soares,
Cahuilla Style
8 a.m. Kennedy.
Adult Arts Center
Culminations.
4 p.m.
Parks Center Patio.
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Native Arts Week.
Opening
Presentation
6:30 p.m.
Krone Library.
Native Arts Week.
Gallery Talk
Parks Exhibition
Center Opening
Reception.
8 p.m.
Faculty Jazz
Combo Concert.
8:30 p.m.
IAF Theatre.
Native Arts Week.
Kabotie Lecture
Series
& Native Foods
Tastings
Native Arts Week.
Kabotie Lecture
Series
& Native Foods
Tastings
Native Arts Week.
Kabotie Lecture
Series
& Native Foods
Tastings
Artist Lecture:
David Delgado,
Jesse Reno,
Margaret Scanlan
Adult Art Center,
Faculty, Staff &
Associates of IAF
Potluck Dinner.
5:30 p.m.
Studio D.
Native Arts Week.
Film Night:
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Multi-Arts
Culmination. 2:45 p.m.
Children’s Center.
Native American Arts Pottery Firings.
Mark Tahbo, Hopi Tewa,
8 a.m. Kennedy Kiln Yard.
Adult Arts Center
Culminations.
4 p.m.
Parks Center Patio.
Student Jazz Concert. 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.
IAF Theatre.
Native Arts Week.
IdyllWILD Chef:
Native Foods Cooking
Competition
7 p.m. TBA.
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Writers Week.
Reading
Faculty/Guest
Poets & Writers.
Parks Exhibition
Center Opening
Reception.
8 p.m.
Vocal Music Recital.
8 p.m. Stephens.
Faculty Jazz Combo
Concert. 8:30 p.m.
IAF Theatre.
Artist Lectures:
John Brosio
Michael deMeng,
Andrea Matus
deMeng,
Holly Wilson
Writers Week.
Reading
Adult Art Center,
Faculty, Staff &
Associates of IAF
Potluck Dinner.
5:30 p.m.
Studio D.
Writers Week.
Reading
6:30 p.m. Krone
Library.
Multi-Arts
Adult Arts Center
Culminations
4 p.m.
Parks Center Patio.
Writers Week
Farewell Dinner:
6 p.m. TBA.
Youth Song and
Dance Performance.
8 p.m. IAF Theatre.
Children’s Center/Junior Artist
Culminations. Mini-Musical. Adventures in
Art. Painting & Drawing. 9:30 a.m. Filmmaking.
10 a.m. Dance Workshop. 10:30 a.m. Theatre
Adventures. 11:30 a.m. Children’s Center. Piano
Workshop. 10 a.m. Stephens.
Youth Art Exhibit. 10 a.m. Parks Center.
Youth Comp. Animation. 10 a.m. Krone Lib.
Youth Fiction Reading. 10 a.m. Todd Quad.
Youth Piano Recital. 1 p.m. Stephens.
Youth Jazz Concert. 10 a.m. IAF Theatre.
Youth Jazz Concert. 2 p.m. IAF Theatre.
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S ch e dul e
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Parks Exhibition
Center Opening.
7 p.m.
WEDNESDAYTHURSDAY FRIDAY
Faculty, Staff &
Associates of IAF
Potluck Dinner.
5:30 p.m.
Studio D.
Artist-in-Residence
Master Class:
Student String
Players,
John Walz, Faculty
8 p.m. Stephens.
Multi-Arts
Theatre
Performance.
8 p.m. JPT.
Music Faculty
Recital.
8 p.m. Stephens.
SATURDAY
Children’s Culmination. Drawing &
Sculpture. 9:30 a.m. Children’s Center.
Youth Film Making Screening.
10 a.m. Ryan Soundstage.
HS Wind Ensemble. 1 p.m. IAF Theatre.
HS Symphony Orchestra.
3:30 p.m. IAF Theatre.
Theatre Performance. 8 p.m. JPT.
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Symphonic Band.
1 p.m. IAF Theatre.
Student Recital:
Instrumental Music.
8 p.m. Stephens.
Student Recital:
Instrumental Music.
8 p.m. Stephens.
Faculty, Staff &
Associates of IAF
Potluck Dinner.
5:30 p.m.
Studio D.
Student Recital:
Instrumental Music.
8 p.m. Stephens.
Multi-Arts
Young Harpists
Recital.
7 p.m. Stephens.
Student Chamber
Music Recital.
8 p.m. Stephens.
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Children’s Center/Junior Artist
Culminations. Fashion Design & More.
Modern Art. Clay & Sculpture. The Magic of
Art. 9:30 a.m. Computer Animation. Filmmaking. Page to Stage. 10 a.m. Acting for the Camera. 10:45 a.m. Musical Theatre. 11:30 a.m.
Youth Art Exhibit. 10 a.m. Parks Center.
Youth Fashion Show. 10 a.m. Old Dining Hall.
Youth Readings. 10 a.m. TBA.
Dance Culmination. 10 a.m. Fisher Studio.
Acting/Directing for Camera. 10 a.m. Ryan.
Symphonic Band. 12 p.m. IAF Theatre.
HS Wind Ensemble. 2 p.m. IAF Theatre.
HS Symphony Orchestra.
4 p.m. IAF Theatre.
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Parks Exhibition
Center Opening.
7 p.m.
Faculty, Staff &
Associates of IAF
Potluck Dinner.
5:30 p.m.
Studio D.
Artist-in-Residence
Master Class:
Student String Players,
John Walz, Faculty
8 p.m. Stephens.
Chamber Music In
Idyllwild Series:
Pre-Concert Talk.
7:30 p.m. Stephens.
Multi-Arts
Chamber Music In
Idyllwild Series:
Faculty Concert
8 p.m. Stephens.
Student Chamber Music.
10 a.m. Stephens.
Songwriting Performance.
1 p.m. Studio D.
HS Festival Choir.
1 p.m. IAF Theatre.
Chamberfest Chamber Orchestra.
4:30 p.m. IAF Theatre.
Chamber Music In
Idyllwild Series:
Pre-Concert Talk.
7:30 p.m. Stephens.
Concert II
8 p.m. Stephens.
Concert I
8 p.m. Stephens.
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Student Vocal
Recital:
8 p.m. Rush.
Student
Percussion Recital.
7 p.m. IAF Theatre.
Student
Instrumental
Recital:
8 p.m. Stephens.
Student Chamber
Music Recital:
8 p.m. Stephens.
Faculty, Staff &
Associates of IAF
Potluck Dinner.
5:30 p.m.
Studio D.
Chamber Music In
Idyllwild Series:
Pre-Concert Talk.
7:30 p.m. Stephens.
Concert III
8 p.m. Stephens.
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HS Festival Choir.
8 p.m. IAF Theatre.
Student Chamber
Music Recital:
8 p.m. Stephens.
Theatre
Performance:
2 p.m. JPT.
Multi-Arts
Theatre
Performance:
8 p.m. JPT.
HS Festival Choir &
Chamberfest Orch.
Concert
7 p.m. IAF Theatre.
AUGUST
Children’s Center/Junior Artist Culminations. Art from Many Cultures. 9:30 a.m.
Writers Workshop. 10 a.m. Theatre of Myth.
10:45 a.m. Shakespeare’s World. 11:30 a.m.
Student Art Exhibit. 10 a.m. Parks Center.
Youth Fashion Show. 10 a.m. Old Dining Hall.
Acting/Directing for Camera. 10 a.m. Ryan.
Fiction Readings. 10 a.m. Todd Quad.
Dance Culmination. 10 a.m. Fisher Studio.
3D Modeling & Printing. 10 a.m. TBA.
Songwriting Performance. 1 p.m. Stephens.
Chamber Music Recital 9 a.m. Stephens.
Theatre Performance 8 p.m. JPT.
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HS Festival Choir. & Chamberfest Orch.
8 p.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall.
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FAMILY CAMP
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Discover the Formula for a Great Family Vacation
For Families of All Ages
Family Camp is one of our most popular
programs. Because enrollment is limited,
it fills up very quickly. Families, from single
parents with children and grandparents with
grandchildren, to traditional families and extended families, have all found Family Camp
to be the ideal family vacation. Relaxing, fun
& educational, too!
Family Camp 2014
ARTS
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+ FUN
+ AFFORDABILITY
= FAMILY CAMP
Families who are looking for a vacation that
combines the arts, the outdoors and a liberal
dose of fun need look no further. Idyllwild Arts
Family Camp is the answer. For seven days and
six nights put yourself in our hands. No cooking,
no cleaning, no driving, no hassles. We will teach
you, entertain you and laugh with you. Set your own pace. You can fill your
days with classes and activities, hiking, swimming and dancing. Or, you can
sit around the pool (or under a giant cedar) and catch up on your reading. We
think you’ll wind up doing all of the above during your week at Family Camp.
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In the evenings, there will be a variety of activities, possibly including
concerts, lectures, folkdancing and games. Evening time is family
time, a chance to reconnect with the kids and share some
fun together. Your week in Idyllwild culminates with a
Family Talent Show in which you and your family play
the leading roles.
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Come one, come all! But don’t wait too long,
SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED.
A limited number of families will have the opportunity to experience Family
Camp. Sign up today!
Saturday, June 20–Friday, June 26
Silk Painting
Yoga
Stone Carving
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FA M I LY C A M P
Silk Painting
Sand Casting
Setting
Bearmaking
Idyllwild Arts is located on the western slopes of the
San Jacinto Mtns. in Southern California. Nestled
at the 5000’ level, the 205-acre campus is a naturally beautiful setting with clean air, alpine forests,
mountain meadows, and singing Strawberry Creek.
Idyllwild is a 21/2 hour drive from Los Angeles or San
Diego. Although there is no public transportation to
Idyllwild, it is easily accessible by means of California’s excellent freeway and state highway systems.
Transportation service to and from Idyllwild can be
provided by Idyllwild Arts from the Palm Springs or
Ontario airports.
Our campus has many fine facilities for the pleasure
of our guests. Indoor and outdoor theaters, wellequipped art studios, dance studios and two dozen
practice rooms, all equipped with fine pianos, are
available for instruction and individual work. A variety
of comfortable, newly-refurbished lodgings and a
homey dining hall help to put guests at ease from
the moment they arrive on the campus.
Who can attend ?
The whole family is welcome at Family Camp. Parents,
children, grandparents, uncles, cousins and aunts will
all enjoy a great week. Single parent families and couples without children are also welcome. Children under three are welcome, of course, but they remain your
responsibility.
Mosaics
Outdoors and Wilderness
Shakespeare
Lodging
Accommodations are in Pierson and MacNeal Hall,
the school’s newest and most comfortable lodging
facilities. Rooms are bright and airy, and have private
bathrooms with showers. Choose the economical
One-Room option and save money, or spread out
into the Two-Room option for more space and
privacy. Daily maid service means you don’t have
to worry about making beds or other mundane
household chores.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style and
include unlimited helpings of wholesome goodies:
fruit, yogurt, cereal, pancakes, eggs, waffles, and
juices for breakfast; soups, salad bar, sandwiches
and hot entrees for lunch.
Each day will offer a choice of hikes, ranging from
easy walks to all-day excursions, in the San Jacinto
Wilderness. Along the way, you’ll learn about the
indigenous flora and fauna of the area. Bring your
day pack or fanny pack and we’ll load you up with
enough nutritious yummies to keep your fires stoked
throughout the hike.
Bookstore & Exhibit Center
Native American crafts and jewelry, posters, books,
camp clothing and sundries are for sale in the Todd
Center/Bookstore and the Parks Exhibition Center.
Remember your week at Family Camp by keeping
warm in your Idyllwild Arts sweats during the chilly
winter months.
In the late afternoons, beer, wine, soft drinks and
munchies are provided to help you recover from the
rigors of your daytime activities. Dinners are special
meals at Family Camp. From informal barbecues to
buffets, each evening will be an adventure in dining.
Family Camp Talent Night
Stone Carving
Printmaking
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Children’s Activities
Children’s arts activities are designed to be ageappropriate, educational and of course, fun. Families
will receive detailed information upon enrollment.
Three & Four Year Olds: Morning Program
Diaper-free three and four year olds meet each
morning from 9 a.m. to Noon. Activities include
crafts, games and short walks around the campus.
Water-safe children may also participate in afternoon
swimming activities, supervised by our counselors
and lifeguards.
Five to Eight Year Olds: Multi-Arts
From 9 a.m. to Noon each day, five to eight year olds
will have three short (45 minute) classes in visual art,
dance/movement and creative drama, all taught by
experienced professional educators. Afternoons
consist of recreational activities and games led by
our children’s counselors.
Nine to Fourteen Year Olds: Focused Arts
Children 9–14 have the option to be involved in a
full or half day of focused arts activities. During the
9 a.m.–Noon slot, children 9–14 choose one of three
options as their visual arts focus for the week. In past
summers these options have included painting &
drawing, photography, bear-making, ceramic sculpture and handmade books. During the afternoons,
children can choose a performing arts option such
as Musical Theatre or West African Music and Dance,
or can participate in the counselor-led recreation
program. All Focused Arts activities are taught by
experienced artist-teachers. (Children 15 years and
older may participate in Family Camp activities as
teenagers or as adults.)
Hiking to the Peak
Staff
Comic Book Journals
Adult Activities
In addition to our excellent year-round staff, 50 summer staffers, college students and recent graduates,
will serve you during your stay. You can be sure that
these young people are among the most outstanding
and creative in our country today. They are selected
on the basis of their experience working with children
and in the arts, both as teachers and performers.
Adults can plan to be as busy as they wish to be. An
extensive offering of classes is available to interested
participants, along with the possibility of enrolling in
selected Summer Program Adult and Native American Arts courses at no or minimal extra cost. Although
course offerings and availabilities vary from year to
year, Family Camp participants will have a broad
selection of arts activities from which to choose.
In 2014, the following arts classes were available
to Family Camp adults: Advanced Intensive Drawing, Adventures in Acting & Improv, Appreciating
Shakespeare, Batik & Tie Dye, Cast, Carve & Create,
Ceramics, Digital Photography, Encaustic Painting,
Folk Instruments, Gourd Basketry, Intro to Sandcasting, Jewelry Making, Mosaics, Silk Painting, Singing,
Stone Carving, Upscale Designing, Writing the
Memoir, and Yoga.
Singing Workshop
We also have two dozen practice rooms equipped
with fine pianos for your playing pleasure.
Although many Family Camp participants choose
to fill their time with as many stimulating activities
as there are hours in the day, Family Camp offers
parents, grandparents and other adults time to relax
while the children are busily engaged in exciting
and meaningful arts classes. Feel free to relax in the
shade of a mighty oak tree with your favorite book,
or nap in the quiet solitude of your room. In the village of Idyllwild, a one and one-half mile stroll from
the campus, charming shops and stores abound,
offering a range of hand-crafted gifts and keepsakes.
Family Camp Art Show
Hootenanny
Art Class
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FA M I LY C A M P
Payment & Cancellation Policy
Because we are limited in the number of families, a
non-refundable $500 deposit is required to reserve
space. 50% of the remaining fee is payable 60 days
before your session begins. The balance is due 30 days
prior to your arrival. Reservations requested less than
60 days before a session begins require half of the
total fee to reserve space. Cancellations received in
writing more than 30 days before your session forfeit
only the deposit; less than 30 days forfeit the entire
fee, unless we are able to fill your space.
Maskmaking
Discounts and credits for the Summer Program do
not apply to Family Camp.
Printmaking
General Information
Please note: Family Camp runs from Noon Saturday
to Noon Friday. Friday lunch is included. Room checkout time is 11 a.m. Friday.
Reservation requests for partial stays are not accepted.
There is no financial aid for Family Camp.
2015 Family Camp Rates
See Registration Form below.
Rates cannot be adjusted for family members arriving
late, leaving early or missing meals.
Fees include all lodging, meals and activities. Bookstore, snack bar and staff gratuity are not included.
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CHILDREN’S &
JR. ARTIST’S CENTERS
Pro gr ams
‘There is always one moment in
childhood when the door opens and
lets the future in.’
— Graham Greene
Ages 5 to 8
Students work hard yet never lose sight of the fun
involved in their personal pursuit of artistic goals.
Small classes and a low student to teacher ratio—approximately 9:1—ensure that students receive a great
deal of individual attention and support.
An important goal of the Children’s/Junior Artist’s
Centers is for students to gain an enthusiasm and
excitement for the arts as well as a basic foundation
of technical knowledge.
The Multi-Arts Day Progam is a specially designed program for children ages 5–8.
Ages 9 to 12
One and Two-week programs give children
ages 9–12 an opportunity to explore art,
creative drama/theatre, dance, music, and
creative writing.
Daily Schedule
Residential Students: Children’s and Junior
Artist’s Center classes run Monday–Friday
from 9 a . m .–3:30 p . m . and Saturday mornings,
9 a.m.–11:30 p.m.
CHILDREN’S CENTER
Multi-Arts Day Program (ages 5–8)...............11
Students meet at 8:30 a.m. at Bowman Arts Center for
announcements, and walk with counselors to their
9 a.m. classes. Students have a one-hour lunch break
plus morning and afternoon snacks. Healthy snacks
are provided by the school.
Program Description ......................................... 9
DANCE
Dance Explosion................................................12
FILM
CONTINUES
Collaborative Filmmaking............................13
MUSIC
Piano Workshop..............................................13
THEATRE
Acting for the Camera....................................13
Mini-Musical Theatre......................................14
Theatre of Myth & Folklore............................14
VISUAL ARTS
Adventures in Art.............................................15
Art From Many Cultures.................................15
Drawing & Sculpture......................................15
Modern Art, Clay & Sculpture.......................16
WRITING
From Page to Stage.........................................16
FACULTY BIOS.............................................40
Ages 11 to 13
The Junior Artist’s Center is designed for students 11–13 years of age who are interested
in a focused intensive experience in the arts
in an atmosphere which is responsive to the
emotional and educational needs of young
adolescents.
Program Description ......................................... 9
FILM
Jr. Artist’s Collaborative Filmmaking.........17
THEATRE
Musical Theatre................................................18
Shakespeare’s World.......................................19
Theatre Adventures.........................................19
VISUAL ARTS
Ceramics Workshop........................................20
Computer Animation.....................................20
Fashion Design, Art & More..........................20
The Magic of Art...............................................21
Painting & Drawing........................................21
Photography Today........................................21
WRITING
The Children’s & Junior Artist’s Center
The Children’s Center (ages 5–12 years) and Junior
Artist’s Center (ages 11–13 years) are designed for
students who are interested in a focused intensive
experience in the arts in an atmosphere which is
responsive to the emotional and educational needs
of young children and adolescents.
The differences between the workshops offered by
the Children’s Center and the Junior Artist’s Center
are the level of content and concepts taught,
along with the general level of concentration and
maturity found within those age groups. There is
much overlapping to provide parents a broader
selection of courses to choose from. Students are
housed by age regardless of the center in which
they are enrolled.
Skilled and experienced artist-educators use age
appropriate materials and methods to convey the
excitement and discipline necessary for achievement
in the arts. Students are given technical instruction
mixed with strong encouragement to come up
with creative solutions posed by artistic challenges.
Instructors are chosen for their ability to work in a
focused and supportive atmosphere with students
of all backgrounds and abilities.
SESSION I
SESSION II
SESSION III
6/28–7/11
7/12–7/25
7/26–8/8
Multi-Arts Day Program
Children’s Center
Adventures in Art
Dance Xplosion
Mini-Musical
Piano Workshop
Children’s Center
Drawing/Sculpture
Modern Art/Clay/Sculpture
Page to Stage
Children’s Center
Art from Many Cultures
Theatre of Myth/Folklore
Jr. Artist’s Center
Dance Xplosion
Mini-Musical
Painting & Drawing
Theatre Adventures
Computer Animation
Fashion Design/Art & More
Magic of Art
Musical Theatre
Ceramics
Photography Today
Young Writer’s Workshop
Children’s & Jr. Artist’s Centers
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Young Writer’s Workshop..............................22
FACULTY BIOS.............................................40
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Supervision
Students are supervised in the dormitories by
counselors. Most counselors are college students
or recent graduates with a major or strong interest in the arts. Counselors are rigorously screened
and interviewed before being hired. The Summer
Program receives approximately ten applications
for every open position. Counselors are selected
based on their experience and interest in working
with young people, their character references and
their interpersonal communication skills.
The Dean of Students organizes a comprehensive
11-day training and orientation session for all counselors prior to the beginning of the Summer Program.
Topics covered during orientation include first aid,
responsible counseling, conflict mediation, and
campus safety.
Counselors are the primary link between students
and the Summer Program. Students can feel free to
approach their counselors with questions, concerns
or problems. Every effort is made to provide as much
individual student-counselor contact as possible.
The afternoon class session ends at 3:30 p.m. After
classes students may return to the dormitory area
for relaxation, participate in supervised activities or
they may go to the swimming pool.
Saturday and Sunday afternoons are filled with recreational activities created by the Student Services
Staff. Students may sleep in and rest on Sunday
mornings.
Day Students: Parents are requested to drop off
their children by 8:30 a.m. at Bowman Arts Center,
Monday–Friday for Multi-Arts, and Monday–Saturday for Specialized Programs. All day students are
assigned to a counselor.
Day students follow the same daily schedule as
residential students. Lunch in the Dining Hall and
snacks are included in the day student tuition.
Day students who wish to swim in the afternoons
should bring a bathing suit and towel. Parents may
pick up their children at 3:30 p.m. at the Children’s
Center or between 3:30 – 5 p.m. at the pool. Idyllwild
Arts cannot supervise day students after 5 p.m.
Housing
There are four Children’s/Junior Artist’s Center dormitories, each with four student rooms, one counselor
room and shared bathrooms. Students are housed
by sex and age. Students are housed four or five to
a room. Two or three counselors live in each dorm.
There are three girls’ dorms and one boys’ dorm.
Supervised by their counselors, students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms and the common
bathrooms. Cleaning supplies and vacuum cleaners
are supplied by the school. Students are responsible
for damages to facilities and property. Idyllwild Arts
reserves the right to bill students for repair and/or
replacement costs.
Policy On Phoning/Contacting Home
Children’s Center & Junior Artist students are encouraged to contact their families via letter while they are
in residence at the Summer Program.
Students may call home Saturdays and Sundays.
Calls must be completed by 9 p.m.
Evening and Recreational Activities
All residential students participate in an extensive program of recreational activities organized and run by the counselors. Game
nights, short hikes, pool parties and dances
are just some of the activities offered each evening
from 7–9 p.m. On weekends, longer more extensive
activities including art projects, informal drama
productions, and field games are scheduled for
Children Center students.
Student Pick-Up and Check-Out
Students are free to be picked up by their parents at
the conclusion of their final performance or culmination, and after they have been checked out of their
dormitory rooms by their counselors. In general,
room cleanup occurs on the final Friday night before
the end of the session.
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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Please note:
Students are not permitted to call home at any
time during the first week, from check-in on Sunday through Friday evening. This permits students
time to acclimate themselves to being away from
home and greatly improves the “Sleep Away Camp
Experience”. Parents are requested to refrain from
calling their children during this period. Parents
may contact the Children’s/Junior Artist’s Center
Dean and counselors during this time to find out
how their children are doing.
Meals
Meals are included in the fees for resident students.
Idyllwild Arts contracts with SACCO food service.
Meals are served cafeteria-style in the dining hall.
Food is wholesome and prepared for the general
taste. There are vegetarian options at every meal
including a hot entree at every lunch and dinner. In
addition, an extensive salad bar featuring fresh fruits
and vegetables is available at all lunches and dinners.
At lunch, Children’s/Junior Artist’s Center students
eat a simplified (fewer choices) version of the regular
lunch. Lunch is included in the day student fee. Day
students may purchase breakfast or dinner at the
door, if desired.
The school also offers a snack bar which operates
on a cash basis. Sandwiches, snacks and soft beverages are served daily. Due to construction on the
campus, the regular location will be unavailable
during the summer of 2015. An alternate location
will be provided..
General information
Please see page 45 for additional information
including campus location, transportation, and
suggestions for items to bring on page 46.
See page 47 for information on discounts,
credits and scholarships.
Please note:
See page 46 for important information regarding
the school’s Standards of Behavior.
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CHILDREN’S CENTER
‘It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but
a lifetime to paint like a child.’
— Pablo Picasso
Ages 5 to 8
The Multi-Arts Day Progam is a special
program for children ages 5–8 providing
an introduction to theatre, movement/
dance, music and visual arts. Each week is
unique in its presentation of the four areas
of study. Students are encouraged to enroll
in multiple sessions. See detailed information
on the next column.
Vacation rentals including cabins, motels and
campgrounds are available in Idyllwild for
families with children enrolled in the Multi-Arts
Programs.
See page 1 for information regarding our Adult
Program Workshops.
Also, see information regarding our Family
Camp on page 5.
View photos of Children’s Center workshops
and performances from past summers by
visiting our website at:
www.idyllwildarts.org/childrensarts
Matthew Pedregon
Day program only, open to children ages 5–8
J UNE 28–AUGUST 7 Single-week sessions
June 28–July 3
Course # CCMA Ø1
July 5–10
Course # CCMA Ø2
July 12–17
Course # CCMA Ø3
July 19–24
Course # CCMA Ø4
July 26– 31
Course # CCMA Ø5
August 2–7
Course # CCMA Ø6
Open House/Student Culmination
Each Friday at 2:45 p.m.
Classes meet Monday through Friday. Students may
enroll for one or more weeks.
Please note: Idyllwild is an ideal vacation area
offering hiking, shopping, and a broad variety of
restaurants. Quaint motels and cabins are available
thoughout the summer. For information see inside
front cover.
For 5 year-olds: A birth certificate is required for age
verification. Students must have completed kindergarten or one full year of full-day pre-school. If a 5
year old seems unable to handle the full day, parents
will be requested to pick up the child at lunch time.
The Multi-Arts program challenges children to use
their imaginations to translate creative ideas/images
into Visual Art, Music, Movement and Creative Drama
as separate disciplines as well as through integrative
arts experiences. Each week the program will revolve
around a theme of interest to children.
Cat Orlando
Students work in large and small groups throughout
the day in a variety of age groupings so children have
the opportunity to learn how to work cooperatively
and collaborate in the arts. While the program is
designed for children ages 5–8, it is recommended
that any 5 year old be mature enough to handle a
full day of program. Parents are welcome to stay the
first morning only of each session until the children
have gone to their first class.
Each one-week session ends with an Open House
on Friday at 2:45 p.m. The Open House is held each
week at the Oaks which is located directly above the
Children’s Center office.
Day Student Tuition: $350 per week
Lab fee: $20 per week
Enrollment limited to 20 students per week.
Faculty TBA.
Wendy Bystrzycki, Linda Miller
Children’s Center
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DANCE
CHILDREN’S CENTER
Sp e cialize d Pro gr ams
Ages 9 to 12
One and Two-week Focused Programs give
children ages 9–12 an opportunity to specialize in art, theatre, dance, filmmaking, music, or
creative writing.
See program information on page 9.
Day Students
Two-Week Tuition: $2450
Lab fee: $40
One-Week Tuition: $1275
Lab fee: $20
Ceasare Orlando
Residential Students
Two-Week Tuition, room & board: $2850
Lab fee: $40
One-Week Tuition, room & board: $1475
Lab fee: $20
Program Description ....................................... 9
DANCE
Dance Explosion...............................................12
Collaborative Filmmaking...........................13
Dance Xplosion!
Open to children ages 9–13
MUSIC
June 28–July 11
FILM
Piano Workshop.............................................13
THEATRE
Acting for the Camera...................................13
Mini-Musical Theatre.....................................14
Theatre of Myth and Folklore......................14
VISUAL ARTS
Adventures in Art............................................15
Art From Many Cultures................................15
Drawing & Sculpture.....................................15
Modern Art, Clay & Sculpture......................16
WRITING
From Page to Stage........................................16
FACULTY BIOS............................................40
View photos of Children’s Center workshops
and performances from past summers by
visiting our website:
www.idyllwildarts.org/childrensarts
Course # CCDA Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Student Performance
Saturday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.
Get on your feet and get ready for two full weeks
of dance and art! Students will spend their day
improving their dance skills as they learn fun and
exciting new moves in jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, hip-hop and musical theater. We will work on
improving your flexibility and technique as well as
give you the tools you personally need to become
an even better dancer and performer! Some of
our time together will be spent creating art based
on dance and movement using several different
mediums. Our two weeks together will culminate
in a very entertaining performance for family and
friends to enjoy.
This course is the springboard for the Youth Dance
Workshop, therefore two years of dance experience
is required.
ALL STUDENTS need to bring BLACK: jazz pants,
jazz shoes and tap shoes. BALLET: Girls bring a black
leotard, black ballet skirt, black spandex shorts, black
tights, pink tights and pink ballet shoes. Boys bring
black leggings, a white and or black tank top and
black ballet or jazz shoes. HIP-HOP: Bring a pair of
sweats and a pair of sneakers.
You will also need plenty of daily dance wear, a
dance bag, a refillable water canteen and a whole
lot of energy!
Our Typical Daily Schedule:
Warm-up and Technique
Contemporary & Ballet Art 9–10:15 a.m.
10:30–11:30 a.m.
12:30–1:45 p.m.
Hip-Hop & Tap or Jazz & Musical Theater
2–3 p.m.
Fees: See pricing info below Specialized Programs
on this page.
Enrollment limited to 20 students.
WENDY BYSTRZYCKI, CEASARE ORLANDO,
CATALINA ORLANDO-PARSONS,
see bios on page 40.
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DANCE
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FILM
MUSIC
THEATRE
Laura Carson
Donna Johnson
July 12–25
Laura Spitzer
June 28–July 11
Student Performance
Course # CCFM Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Student Performance
Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.
Have you ever wanted to make a movie? Today’s
technology has advanced so quickly that nearly
every household has access to the“point-and-shoot”
tools to make that possible. But how do you tell the
story? This course will teach the basic foundations of
cinematic storytelling. Students will learn the history
behind the creation of the film camera and moving
pictures. Through various exercises, the class will
start to create, plan and storyboard their own short
films. Students will perform all roles of a film crew,
including acting, so everyone can experience the
full process, both in front of and behind the camera.
Lighting, camera framing, directing and introductory
editing will be covered. After this two-week course,
students will have hands-on experience with digital
cameras and basic editing instruction on iMovie.
The class concludes with the world premiere of the
finished product. All students will receive a DVD of
their work. Bring your imagination and get ready
to make a movie!
Fees: See Specialized Programs, page 12.
LAURA CARSON, SARAH ROSENBERG, see bios on
page 40.
Course # CCTH Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Piano Workshop
June 28–July 11
Course # CCPW Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Student Performance
This workshop is ideal for the late beginner through
advanced piano student, and is open without audition to any child who has completed three years of
piano study. Daily group activities include improvisation, theory and rhythm games, playing eight-hand
music, discussing technique and interpretation,
learning new practice skills, and listening to great
recordings. Students practice two to three hours each
day, during which they receive at least a half hour of
individual attention, in the form of practice supervision and lessons. This intensified learning environment accelerates the students’ progress and helps
them to focus for longer periods of time. Students
are challenged to do their finest work in a relaxed,
loving, and non-threatening atmosphere. Specific
goals are to polish one learned piece, finish a work in
progress, and prepare a new piece for performance
in concert. Paul Nickels has taught Suzuki piano for
30 years, Dr. Laura Spitzer is a concert pianist and
Associate Professor at New Mexico State University,
and Janisa Tharp is a private teacher in Colorado.
Ever thought about how much fun it would be to see
yourself on the big screen? This two-week intensive
will focus on the technique and performance skills
necessary for acting in front of the lens! Working
on camera gives students the unique opportunity
to view and critique their own work in order to help
them accelerate in their craft. Students will have the
opportunity to learn about film/television acting
technique through working with the latest sides
from film, episodic, and commercials. By focusing
on the fundamentals of acting through the lens of
the camera, young actors are encouraged to follow
their impulses searching to find truth in their work.
The first week will include exercises in relaxation,
improvisation, and imagination as students learn
to integrate their voice, body, imagery, and sensorywork. The second week will focus on bringing those
tools to life on screen. A culmination of the sessions
will be a screening of the students’ film work which
will include their very own reel!
Students should bring 2-3 solid-colored shirts,
clothes to move in, and a heart ready to tell stories!
DONNA JOHNSON, TANNIS HANSON,
PAUL NICKELS, LAURA SPITZER, JANISA THARP,
Sarah Rosenberg
Children’s Center
FILM/MUSIC/THEATRE 13
Mini Musical Theatre
June 28–July 11
Course # CCMM Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Student Performance
This fun, two-week course will incorporate singing,
acting and movement in a musical theatre piece
complete with live accompaniment. Auditions will
be held for parts although the show is designed for
group singing and performance. Students will learn
acting techniques through fun theater exercises and
improvisational games.
See additional photos on page 17.
JOHANNA MCKAY, TIM LABOR, see bios on page 40.
Theatre of Myth and Folklore
July 26–August 8 Course # CCTH Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Student Performance
Saturday, August 8, 10:45 a.m.
A fun theater experience designed for students who
love to explore the world of imagination. Through
the processes of brainstorming, improvisation, and
rehearsals, students, in collaboration with the instructors, will create and perform an original play based
on themes in Mythology and World Folklore, like last
summer’s, Grimm Family Stories. Within the fun of
theater games and improvisation, students will learn
acting techniques, vocal production, movement for
the stage, and the art of collaboration. Most importantly, our wish is that all of our students discover
a true sense of confidence, and that can be carried
into many areas of life. Additional rehearsals may
be scheduled on the weekend and in the evenings.
DAVID BAUMAN, LAURA CARSON,
From Page to Stage
July 12–25 Course # CCWR Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Student Performance
See full description on page 16.
JOHANNA MCKAY, LAUREL OLLSTEIN,
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THEATRE
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VISUAL ARTS
Ray Ben Moszkowicz
Drawing & Sculpture
Art From Many Cultures
July 12–18 July 26–August 8
Culmination: Student Art Exhibit
Course # CCVA Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Adventures in Art
June 28–July 11
Course # CCVA Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Working in both large and small forms, the class will
explore new methods of using art materials in both
two- and three-dimensions. Using cotton batting and
other materials, students will create miniature, soft
sculpture people and costume them with clothing
of their choice. The class will make sculptures from
wire, wood, metals, and stained glass We will create
self-portraits using batik materials and natural dyes
on cloth. The class will also batik on silk and paper. The
students will learn a new way of painting on canvas
using acrylics and sand. We will also create designs
on mirrors using glass, jewelry, and beads. We will
be doing a still life with flowers, incorporating the
style of Georgia O’Keeffe. A popular project from
last year using shoes will be incorporated into this
summer’s program. Murals will be made throughout
the session. Another project will be printmaking on
wood and paper.
LINDA FULLER, see bio on page 40.
Students will explore the ideas, techniques, and materials created and utilized by art from other cultures
and will observe the works of various artists, including
Simon Rodía and his Watts Towers. The students will
see videos of his work, learn about his life, and then
create their own versions of the Towers from clay. We
will incorporate papier-maché, plaster, paper, wire,
and clay to create masks from many cultures, including, but not limited to, Native American, Mexican,
Japanese, African, Korean, and any other culture
represented by the class. Palm fronds will also be
used to create masks. We will learn Japanese brush
painting. After dyeing our own paper, we will incorporate beads, jewelry, buttons, and found objects to
create collages. Clay tiles and other clay pieces will
be glazed and fired in our kiln. Students will produce
sand paintings, using both colored sand and rocks.
The children will experience Amate Indian tree bark
painting as well as Indonesian batik techniques.
Students will make yarn molas from Mexico, and
batik with wax and natural dyes on silk and cotton.
We will make wood totem poles. The students will
create a collaborative mural reflecting their diverse
cultures. Other projects utilizing additional materials as well as exploration of other cultures will be
incorporated into the two-week session.
Course # CCDS Ø3
One-week session
Students enrolled in this one week workshop will
spend half of each day in each of the following
concentrations:
Drawing
Learn a whole new way to see the world through
drawing! We will closely observe things around us by
drawing in class, taking walks in the woods, sketching
other students around campus, and looking at great
Master Drawings. Students will learn how to express
movement, volume, and depth. They will learn the
expressive powers of drawing through line, shading,
and even scribbling! Through a series of exercises
and activities students will be guided to find their
artistic and creative selves. As we learn to be better
observers we discover new and unexpected connections between ourselves and the world.
Sculpture
Expand your understanding of three-dimensional
design while creating a variety of unusual and
imaginative sculptures and structures. In this class
we will develop art works in three dimensions after
making concept drawings that describe the main
idea of the sculpture. Relationships, size, texture,
and positive, and negative space will be emphasized
while incorporating a wide assortment of materials.
We will explore and build with wax, clay, plaster, wire,
wood, and papier-maché. Inspiration for our unique
structures will be inspired by a variety of objects
and artists including, Dale Chuilly, organic forms,
and natural materials from the woods around us. Be
prepared for fun in the third dimension.
STANLEY GOLDSTEIN, VALERIE GORDON,
RAY BEN MOSZKOWICZ, see bios on page 40.
Stanley Goldstein
Children’s Center
VISUAL ARTS 15
WRITING
Modern Art, Clay & Sculpture
July 19–25 Course # CCFA Ø4
One-week session
Students enrolled in this one week workshop will
spend half of each day in each of the following
concentrations:
Modern Art
Take a journey into the magical world of 20th
Century painting and sculpture! In this class we
will look at the radical and experimental work
of five Modern Masters, including Picasso, Matisse,
Pollack, Nevelson and more. We will then make our
own versions of each artist’s work! We will make
shadow boxes, go wild with paint, and make collages. Students will have fun with materials while
getting a glimpse into the imaginations of some of
the greatest artists of our last century.
Clay & Sculpture
We will explore a variety of hand-building techniques
used in ceramic and plasterwork. Both experimental
and traditional processes will be taught. Pinching,
coiling, slab work, and carving, will be explored as
we create sculptural forms inspired by a variety of
modern artists. Artists and architects such as Gaudi,
Claus Oldenburg, Georgia O’Keeffe, Henry Moore,
and Picasso will serve as both creative springboards
and inspiration for our one of a kind works of art.
Laurel Ollstein, Johanna McKay
From Page to Stage
July 12–25 Course # CCWR Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Student Performance
This fun-filled program combines writing with acting
in an exciting and creative workshop that culminates
in a performance of an original work performed by
the very students who wrote the words!
Starting with characters created by the group,
student actors and writers explore scenes and
monologues using improvisation, acting games,
storytelling, and group brainstorming. Actors can
write to their own strengths-if you can play an instrument or sing or dance-use it! Express yourself-with
yourself. The pieces may take many forms-poems,
scenes, monologues-even songs. Then we will refine
and rewrite, direct and combine, until finally these
pieces will take the shape of our show. Fun will be
had by all!
JOHANNA MCKAY, LAUREL OLLSTEIN,
STANLEY GOLDSTEIN, VALERIE GORDON,
RAY BEN MOSZKOWICZ, see bios on page 40.
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FILM
JR. ARTIST’S CENTER
Pro gr am
THEATRE
Ages 11 to 13
The Junior Artist’s Center is designed for students 11–13 years of age who are interested
in a focused intensive experience in the arts
in an atmosphere which is responsive to the
emotional and educational needs of young
adolescents.
Program Description................................................ 9
FILM
Jr. Artist’s Collabortive Filmmaking............17
THEATRE
Musical Theatre................................................18
Shakespeare’s World.......................................19
Theatre Adventures.........................................19
VISUAL ARTS
Ceramics Workshop........................................20
Computer Animation.....................................20
Fashion Design, Art & More..........................20
The Magic of Art...............................................21
Painting & Drawing........................................21
Photography Today........................................21
WRITING
Young Writer’s Workshop..............................22
FACULTY BIOS.............................................40
View photos of Junior Artist’s workshops and
performances from past summers by visiting
our website at:
www.idyllwildarts.org/juniorarts
Junior Artist
July 12–25
Course # JAFM Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Student Performance
Are you the next Martin Scorsese? Filmmaking is
a powerful but challenging art form - how do you
tell your story, organize your shoot, manage your
technology, and work with others? This course will
give students opportunities to create and collaborate with their peers, using teamwork to get the job
done. The program is ideal for the beginner or the
student who already has experience with filmmaking. Everyone will have the opportunity to work at
their current level and to push their skills forward.
Through various exercises, the class will create,
plan and storyboard their own short films. Students
perform all roles of a film crew, including acting, so
everyone can experience the full process, both in
front of and behind the camera. Lighting, camera
framing, directing and introductory editing will be
covered. After this two-week course, students will
have hands-on experience with digital cameras
and basic editing instruction on iMovie. The class
concludes with the world premiere of the finished
products. All students will receive a DVD of their
work. And the Oscar goes to...
Mini Musical Theatre
June 28–July 11
Course # CCMM Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Student Performance
This fun, two-week course will incorporate singing,
acting and movement in a musical theatre piece
complete with live accompaniment. Auditions will
be held for parts although the show is designed for
group singing and performance. Students will learn
acting techniques through fun theater exercises and
improvisational games.
JOHANNA MCKAY, TIM LABOR, see bios on page 40.
Tuition, room and board: $3050
Lab fee: $40
LAURA CARSON, SARAH ROSENBERG, see bios on
page 40.
Laura Carson
Junior Artist’s Center
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Musical Theatre
July 12–25
Course # JATH Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Student Performance
This unique and exhilarating program is designed
for talented actors, singers and dancers. Students
get the chance to work on an original or adapted
musical from its early stages of development to its
first performance at the end of this two-week session.
Rehearsals with the director, musical director, and
choreographer take place from 9–5, Monday through
Friday, with additional rehearsals that may be held
in the evenings or on the weekend. In addition to
performing, students may be asked to assist in various technical aspects of the production-costuming,
props, set construction, etc.
Students will audition on the first day of class. Auditions will consist of a prepared, memorized song
of the student’s selection-or one from the show, a
dance audition, and a read-through of the play. The
original musical is generally an ensemble piece. Next
summer’s show looks to be as innovative and high
spirited as last summers Starbucks The Musical! Every
actor will have a speaking part and every actor will
sing, although some parts are more demanding than
others, and not every actor will have a singing solo.
There will also be several dance solo opportunities.
Students will receive a letter in June with more specifics about the production and audition.
Lab fee: $40
DAVID BAUMAN, TOM GRIEP, see bios on page 40.
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THEATRE
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Looking at What’s Cool in the Classics
July 26–August 8
Course # JASW Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Theatre Adventures
Student Performance
June 28–July 11
This course is a fun, hands-on approach to the works
of William Shakespeare. Students will learn about
the life and times of Shakespeare and rehearse an
adapted version of one of Shakespeare’s plays to
be performed at the end of the two-week session.
We will study the play in depth and take a field trip
to see a live, professional production of that same
play. Students will audition for parts and learn basic
stage and vocal techniques. Our production also
may include basic stage combat, singing and/or
dancing, depending on the talents of the individual
cast members and the needs of the show itself. Additional rehearsal may be scheduled in the evenings
and/or on the weekend. Time permitting, other
activities may include Elizabethan mask making,
sonnet writing and improvisational games based
on Shakespearian verse.
Student Performance
Lab fee: $40
Course # JATH Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Theater Adventures is a program that gives young actors an opportunity for bold character development.
Students will explore the art of storytelling through
acting, improvisation, dance and vocal work. The
program culminates with a short play either based
on adapted stories and poems, or original works
created by the faculty and class. Each actor will be
highlighted in a role that is quirky and larger than
life. Previous works adapted from The Little Prince,
Alice in Wonderland, and Grimm’s Fairytales have been
student favorites. This is a fun two-week program for
enthusiastic and motivated actors.
Lab fee: $40
DAVID BAUMAN, LINDA MILLER, see bios on page 40.
JOHANNA MCKAY, see bio on page 40.
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VISUAL ARTS
Jim Morford
Fashion Design, Art & More
July 12–25 Course # JAFA Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Carrie Meeker
Computer Animation
July 12–25 Course # JACA Ø3-Ø4
David Delgado
Two-week session
Ceramics Workshop
July 26–August 8
Animation means “bringing to life,” and it’s exactly
what animators do–whether it’s exploring deep
space, creating video game universes or revealing
intimate aspects of nature. Ever wonder how the
Flying Carpet in Aladdin look surprised, shy or sad?
We’ll show you! Disney artists called Animation the
“Illusion of Life;” and it’s been crafted and refined
by imaginative artists at Pixar, Dreamworks, Disney,
Warner Brothers, and others. With computers there’s
been an explosion of animation for film, television,
in games and on the web.
Course # JACR Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Saturday, August 8, 10 a.m.
This is a two-week 3D art extravaganza where we
will explore the world of ceramics! In the first week
students will learn various techniques for forming
clay to create pottery and sculpture. The second week
will focus on learning techniques for applying glazes
and for firing the work. Methods of firing will include
high-temperature reduction (gas), mid-temperature
oxidation (electric), soda firing, and horse hair firing. This instructive and fun two weeks provides
an excellent opportunity for individual instruction,
group interaction, and creative growth for students
at any level.
Students may bring their own tools, but studio tools
are available for use. Old clothing is recommended
for class.
Lab fee: $40 (Includes clay and firing costs.)
DAVID DELGADO, see bio on page 40.
This immersive program is for anyone who wants
to start animating, as well as gain foundation skills
for future work in animation, film & video, games, or
the web. We start by exploring the art of animation
using Adobe Flash to create art and characters. No
prior experience is needed – we only need our ideas
and imaginations to create our own clips that can
be posted online and shared.
You’ll develop a story from its beginnings as an
idea and concept art to a finished portfolio project;
you’ll gain the skills for using Flash tools to design
and animate scene elements, characters and effects. Along the way, you’ll learn the same essential
techniques and tricks master studio animators have
developed and we’ll take time to watch how they
have applied them. Throughout you’ll be refining
your own methods and style while exploring storytelling, movement, sketches and gesture drawing,
and create a portfolio that incorporates your artwork,
action studies, and reference materials along with
your digital creations.
If you love color and design, jewelry making, fashion
design, fabric, yarn, tactile art and up-cycling then
this is the course for you! Come prepared to indulge
yourself in creativity as you spend two weeks completely immersed in designing and creating several
projects using a variety of mediums. Each student will
design and create an original, moveable, collectible
mohair animal. You will learn how to sew on a sewing
machine as you construct your designs. We will go on
a ﬁeld trip to learn how to choose fabrics that best
suit our designs and to gather more supplies to use
in our long list of projects. Projects include mosaic,
jewelry making, up-cycling denim and t-shirts, knitting, tie dyeing, silk painting and so much more.
Our culmination will include an exhibition of each
student’s work as well as a fashion show featuring
our young, up and coming designers!
Each student needs to bring two pairs of old jeans
(any size) and 5–10 t-shirts to be used in our upcycling projects
Lab fee: $75
CAT ORLANDO, see bio on page 40.
Catalina Orlando Parsons, Cat Orlando
Lab fee: $40
JIM MORFORD, CARRIE MEEKER, see bios on page 41.
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The Magic of Art
July 12–25
Course # JAVA Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
The class will create tree houses from found wood.
Students will paint using acrylics and oils on canvas
of various sizes. Each student will be provided a
digital camera and will explore black and white
and color photography by taking pictures of nature
and objects of his/her choice. We will set up still
life on the art pad, that students will photograph.
The photos will be enlarged to form the basis for a
project incorporating the principles of photography,
painting, and drawing. We will be batiking on shirts
and skirts using natural dyes. The students will create sculptures from stained glass, beads, and found
objects. Students will make sculptures from bendable
aluminum, wood, and thick wire. The class will create
small and oversized masks using papier maché. The
many processes of printmaking will be explored.
The class will learn how to make mono prints from
wood cut blocks and collagraphs (combination of
collage and printmaking). For some of these prints,
the class will use carving tools. Collages will be created from boxes, dyed paper, and other materials.
Mural making and still-life drawing will take place
throughout the session. We will explore a brand-new
process of oil painting.
Lab fee: $40
Colin Smith
Shaunna Friemoth-Lehr
Painting and Drawing
Photography Today
June 28–July 11
July 26–August 8
Course # JAPD Ø1-Ø2
Course # JAPH Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Two-week session
Explore the wonders of art in this fun and exciting
combination course! Students will discover traditional and non-traditional ways to create and think
about art. They will then use their own creativity to
develop these skills into their own style. Colin Smith
and Saffron Symank will team teach this class for a
more well rounded art experience. Each teacher
comes from a different art background, and has a
different, yet complimentary teaching style, bringing artistic diversity to this course. Techniques and
mediums covered will be acrylic and watercolor
painting, graphite and charcoal drawing, pen and
ink, oil pastels, block printing, contour drawing, color
mixing, portrait projection, grids, batik, mixed media
and collage, figure drawing, and plein air sketching.
Interest and commitment to art, not just talent, is
recommended. Students should be open and willing
to try new techniques and to use different materials.
We will be working hard to grow as artists while also
learning how to enjoy the creative process.
Photography is changing rapidly today, but the fundamental principles are not. This unique workshop will
explore the concepts and techniques of photography
and their use in both traditional and digital workflows.
We will explore the history of photography, the dark
room and the new digital tools, such as Photoshop
and Lightroom, and their use in the creative process.
In addition to the many techniques covered, students
will be given the opportunity to explore under water
photography and the use of reflectors in portraiture.
Students will be encouraged to use the skills learned
in this workshop to expand their imagination and
photographic creativity.
Materials: Students should bring any paint brushes
they have; a 9”x12” pad of Bristol paper; a set of varying
hardness graphite pencils, a pencil sharpener.
Lab fee: $40 (Includes printing supplies.)
Lab fee: $75
SHAUNNA FRIEMOTH-LEHR, see bio on page 40.
“You don’t take a photograph, you make it.” -Ansel
Adams
Materials: Students should bring a digital camera,
batteries, charger and instruction manual (if available); USB thumbdrive; 25 sheets of ink jet photo paper
(luster or glossy surface); and water bottle.
COLIN SMITH, SAFFRON SYMANK , see bios on
page 40.
Shaunna Friemoth-Lehr
Linda Fuller
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WRITING
YOUTH ARTS CENTER
Pro gr ams
Ages 13 to 18
The Youth Center is designed for students 13–18
years of age who are interested in intensive
hands on workshops in the arts while enjoying the social and life building experiences of
a summer camp.
YOUTH ARTS CENTER (ages 13–18)
Program Description............................................. 22
COMPUTER ARTS
Computer Animation............................................ 23
3D Modeling & Printing...................................... 24
DANCE
Dance Workshop.................................................. 24
Song and Dance................................................... 32
FILMMAKING
Directing for the Camera................................... 25
Filmmaking........................................................... 25
MUSIC
Brendan Constantine
Young Writers Workshop
The Un-Workshop Workshop
July 26–August 8
Course # JAWR Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Culmination: Student Reading
Band, Ch. Music, Orch. Prog. Desc................... 26
Symphonic Band............................................ 26
HS Symphony Orchestra............................... 27
HS Wind Ensemble........................................... 28
HS Chamberfest................................................ 28
Festival Choir.......................................................... 29
Harp Workshop.................................................... 30
Jazz Workshop...................................................... 30
Piano Workshop................................................... 31
Song and Dance................................................... 32
Songwriting........................................................... 31
THEATRE
Just as every young writer’s voice is completely
unique, many of the most important writers of our
time don’t really fall exclusively under the categories
of “poetry,” “fiction,” or “journalism.” In the age of
Desk Top Publishing and the “On-Line” journal, new
forms continue to appear. This exciting workshop
attempts to cultivate new approaches to writing
while simultaneously encouraging the new voices
behind them. Are you a young writer who’s not sure
what to write? Ever heard of “prose poetry”, “flash
fiction”, or “lyric essay”? All forms, new and old, will
be explored for the perfect match with a new voice.
Workshop participants will meet each day with
popular Los Angeles poet and educator Brendan
Constantine. In an atmosphere of wonder and discovery, students will engage in fun writing projects,
lively debate and discussion, word games and a
few surprises. The class will also try “stress free,” “no
pressure” projects to help with performance of their
work utilizing easy techniques for public speaking.
Materials: Students should bring a fresh notebook
and plenty of pencils and pens.
Lab fee: $40
Acting for the Camera........................................ 32
Directing for the Camera................................... 25
Song and Dance................................................... 32
Summer Theatre Festival................................... 33
Summer Theatre Intensive................................ 34
The Youth Arts Center
The goal of the Youth Arts Center is to provide students 13–18 years of age with an intensive hands-on
experience in the arts in a competition-free environment that emphasizes individual growth. Students
enroll in one course per session which becomes the
primary focus of their participation in the Summer
Program.
Students have the opportunity to immerse themselves completely in the course of their choosing.
Although exceptional talent is always welcomed
and acknowledged, the key to success in the program is open-minded and energetic participation.
Instructors expect to work with students of all levels
of ability and experience in a nurturing atmosphere
that stresses strong educational and personal values
along with outstanding achievement.
Students should be prepared to work hard and
learn a great deal. Although many optional recreational activities are scheduled for Youth students,
the requirements of a student’s chosen course, be
it a rehearsal, a class or a lecture, always take first
priority. Conversely, if a student feels the need
for additional help or instruction, he/she can feel
comfortable about asking an instructor for more
time and attention.
Daily Schedule
In general, Youth students can expect to be involved
in course-related activities an average of six hours per
day, six days per week. Individual course schedules
vary according to the needs of each discipline. A
general description of the daily schedule by discipline follows.
Dance: Three to four 1.5 hour technique classes/
rehearsals each day, with brief rest periods between each class. Some evening activities include
viewing dance videos along with informal lectures
and discussions on nutrition and the prevention of
dance injuries.
Music: Full rehearsals, sectional rehearsals, lessons,
practice time, and master classes throughout the
VISUAL ARTS
Art Exploration..................................................... 35
Ceramics: Clay Works.......................................... 35
Drawing & Painting Program Desc.................... 35
Drawing & Painting....................................... 36
Drawing & Painting Masterclass................ 36
Fashion Design..................................................... 37
Jewelry Workshop................................................ 37
Photography: Digital Photography................ 38
Photography 101................................................. 38
WRITING
Fiction Workshop................................................. 39
Poetry Workshop.................................................. 39
FACULTY BIOS..................................................41
View photos of Youth Center workshops and
performances from past summers by visiting
our website at:
www.idyllwildarts.org/youtharts
BRENDAN CONSTANTINE, see bio on page 40.
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in the arts. Counselors are rigorously screened and
interviewed before being hired. The Summer Program receives approximately ten applications for
every open position. Counselors are selected based
on their experience and interest in working with
young people, their character references and their
interpersonal communication skills. Counselors are
the primary link between students and the Summer
Program. Students can feel free to approach their
counselors with questions, concerns, problems or
just plain homesickness.
The Dean of Students organizes a comprehensive
11-day training and orientation session for all
counselors prior to the beginning of the Summer
Program. Topics covered during orientation include
first aid, responsible counseling, conflict mediation,
and campus safety.
day and evening until 10 p.m. Faculty and student
performances some evenings.
Theatre: Classes from 8:30 a.m.–Noon, and 1 p.m.–
5 p.m. Rehearsals in the late afternoon & evenings.
Visual Arts: Classes generally meet 9 a.m.–Noon and
1 p.m.–4 or 5 p.m. Artists lectures occur some evenings.
Writing & Poetr y : Classes meet together
9 a.m.–Noon. Writing assignments and individual
conferences in the afternoons and evenings.
Students often have an hour or two of free time
between their afternoon arts activity and dinner.
Student Pick-Up and Check-Out
Students are free to be picked up by their parents
at the conclusion of their final performance or
culmination, and after they have been checked
out of their dormitory rooms by their counselors.
In general, room cleanup and checkout occurs on
the final Friday night before the end of the session.
Most students depart on Saturday. Students whose
final performance/culmination takes place on Friday
evening are welcome to stay until Saturday, and
should be picked up no later than 11 a.m. Students
whose final performance takes place on Saturday are
requested to leave on Saturday. Students enrolled
in Theatre Festival are required to stay until Sunday
morning following their final performance in order
to assist in striking the set.
Recreational Activities
A variety of evening and weekend activities including
dances, game nights, art playgrounds, pool parties,
talent shows and field games are organized by the
counselors and offered to students. Students are
encouraged, but not required, to participate in these
activities depending upon the scheduled requirements of their arts courses. Occasionally, students
are required by their instructors to attend student
and faculty performances.
Housing
Students are housed in Pierson or Husch Hall (girls)
or MacNeal Hall (boys), five students per room. Each
room has a private bathroom with a shower. Supervised by their counselors, students are responsible for
cleaning their own rooms and bathrooms. Cleaning
supplies and vacuum cleaners are supplied by the
school. Students are responsible for damages to
facilities and property. Idyllwild Arts reserves the right
to bill students for repair and/or replacement costs.
Meals
Meals are included in the fees for resident students.
Idyllwild Arts contracts with SACCO food service.
Meals are served cafeteria-style in the dining hall.
Food is wholesome and prepared for the general
taste. There are vegetarian options at every meal
including a hot entree at every lunch and dinner.
In addition, an extensive salad bar featuring fresh
fruits and vegetables is available at all lunches and
dinners. Day students may purchase meals individually or by the week.
The school also offers a snack bar which operates
on a cash basis. Sandwiches, snacks and soft beverages are served daily. Due to construction on the
campus, the regular location will be unavailable
during the summer of 2015. An alternate location
will be provided.
General information
Please see page 45 for additional information including campus location, transportation, and suggestions
for items to bring on page 46.
See page 47 for information on discounts,
credits and scholarships.
Please note:
See page 46 for important information regarding
the school’s Standards of Behavior and suggestions
for items to bring.
COMPUTERS
Jim Morford
Computer Animation
Open to students ages 14–18
June 28–July 11
Course # YYAC Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Animation means “bringing to life,” and it’s exactly
what animators do–whether it’s exploring deep
space, creating video game universes or revealing
intimate aspects of nature. Ever wonder how the
Flying Carpet in Aladdin look surprised, shy or sad?
We’ll show you! Disney artists called Animation the
“Illusion of Life;” and it’s been crafted and refined
by imaginative artists at Pixar, Dreamworks, Disney,
Warner Brothers, and others. With computers there’s
been an explosion of animation for film, television,
in games and on the web.
This immersive program is for anyone who wants
to start animating, as well as gain foundation skills
for future work in animation, film & video, games, or
the web. We start by exploring the art of animation
using Adobe Flash to create art and characters. No
prior experience is needed – we only need our ideas
and imaginations to create our own clips that can
be posted online and shared.
You’ll develop a story from its beginnings as an
idea and concept art to a finished portfolio project;
you’ll gain the skills for using Flash tools to design
and animate scene elements, characters and effects. Along the way, you’ll learn the same essential
techniques and tricks master studio animators have
developed and we’ll take time to watch how they
have applied them. Throughout you’ll be refining
your own methods and style while exploring storytelling, movement, sketches and gesture drawing,
and create a portfolio that incorporates your artwork,
action studies, and reference materials along with
your digital creations.
Lab fee: $70
JIM MORFORD, see bio on page 41.
FACULTY: See faculty listings on page 41.
Supervision
Students are supervised in the dormitories by
counselors. Most counselors are college students
or recent graduates with a major or strong interest
Youth Center
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DANCE
July 26–August 8
Course # YYAC Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
3-D modeling and 3-D printing are emerging
techniques providing artists with a powerful set
of tools for a myriad of artistic implementations
– from small-scale 3-D printed sculptures to more
conceptual aspects of a wider artistic practice. This
course introduces the basic concepts and workflows
of creating virtual forms and fabricating those
forms in plastic using a 3-D printer. We expand our
perspectives on sculpture and new media art, giving
us a new, highly-technical yet accessible outlet for
creative possibilities.
Students will learn how to create both geometric
and organic virtual forms using two free 3-D modeling software packages: Blender and Sculptris. After
developing a series of 3-D forms, we process and
print the models using MakerBot and FlashForge
3-D printers. One design from each student will be
selected to print during the second week.
This class is open to all, but familiarity with graphics
software such as Adobe Photoshop or modeling
software such as Google SketchUp is recommended.
Knowledge and interest in sculpture and new media
art is also beneficial.
Materials: Student should bring any laptop that was
purchased in the last couple of years (Mac or PC), the
minimum requirements would be: 32-bit dual core 2
Ghz processor; 2 GB RAM; 1280 x 768 display; OpenGLcompatible graphics card with 256 MB RAM; and a
mouse to go with their laptop.
Dance Workshop
Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap,
African & Choreography
July 12–August 8
Two two-week sessions
Session I July 12–25
Session II July 26–Aug. 8
Course # YYDA Ø3-Ø4
# YYDA Ø5-Ø6
Student Performances
An intensive two weeks of dance. Students will have
classes in ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, tap, musical
theater dance, and choreography. There will be live
music for modern and piano for ballet class. Dancers will be divided into two levels on the first day of
class after a placement audition. The program will
conclude with a showing on Saturday morning for
friends and family to watch. Each teacher/class will
present a short piece for the showing.
Sample Schedule:
Ballet Technique
Pointe
Lunch
Jazz
Modern
Composition/Tap
Dinner
Rehearsal or lecture
All students should bring sports tape, black jazz flats
shoes, & close fitting warm-ups.
Female students should bring the following clothing
for class: black leotard, black jazz pants, pink and black
tights with convertible foot, pink ballet slippers, pointe
shoes, tap shoes, and any other equipment that they
regularly have for dance lessons.
Male students should bring the following clothing
for class: black jazz pants or sweats, white T-shirt
or tank top, black tights, black or white ballet shoes
and tap shoes.
All students should bring knee pads, warm up clothes
for cool mornings, a water bottle and insect repellent.
Tuition, room and board: $3050 per session.
Early enrollment is encouraged.
JONATHAN SHARP, Director, see bio on page 41.
Lab fee: $40
JUSTIN BARRET, see bio on page 41.
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FILM
Filmmaking
Short Films from Script to Screen
June 28–July 18
Course # YYFM Ø1-Ø3
Three-week session
Culmination: Student Film Screening
Directing for the Camera
July 12–August 8
Course # YYCD Ø3-Ø4
# YYCD Ø5-Ø6
A jam packed, two-week course designed to inspire
directors. Students will learn the role of the film
director and techniques of visual storytelling. The
course will cover crew responsibilities, art direction,
shot selection, camera movement, lighting for visual
tone, sound recording, editing and most importantly,
working with actors. This class is taught in tandem
with the Acting for the Camera class. After two
weeks every student will direct two scenes starring
two students from the Acting for the Camera class.
The scene will be presented in the final screening
for friends and family. Students are asked to bring
their imagination!
Tuition, room and board: $3050 per session
Lab fee: $50
Designed for high school-aged artists passionate
about making films. Using our state-of-the-art sound
stage, film-based lighting and grip equipment, HD
digital cameras and editing suites, filmmakers will
cast their films from local actors to make short digital
films, from concept through completed projects.
During an intensive 3 week period, filmmakers
will learn techniques of visual storytelling, and the
importance of the creative collaboration between
the writer, director, cinematographer, editor and
actor. In week one, participants will focus on story,
screenwriting, development, camera, sound, directing and crewing skills. In week two, up to 4 films
will be “greenlit” for production, and students will
complete pre-production planning, cast actors,
and work in several crew positions to shoot their
films. In week three, students will edit, score, and
add visual effects. Films will be screened on the last
day of classes at Idyllwild’s Rustic theater, pending
its availability. Each student will receive a DVD of the
films made in class. Films produced in this program
have won a number of awards at major film festivals.
Lab fee: $135
IRA ABRAMS, see bio on page 41.
TYGER WILLIAMS, see bio on page 41.
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MUSIC
BAND, CHAMBER MUSIC
& ORCHESTRA Programs
In order to provide the best possible musical
opportunities for high school and middle school
age musicians, our band and orchestra programs
accept middle school and high school students
only, including graduated 12th graders. Age
requirements vary by ensemble. 9th graders
may enroll in the Symphonic Band or the High
School Wind Ensemble with the consent of the
music faculty. The faculty reserves the right to
re-assign ensemble placement after the live
auditions in Idyllwild on Sunday, July 12.
For students finishing grades 6 – 9
SYMPHONIC BAND
7/12 – 25
A large band of 75 talented musicians
H.S. SYMPHONY ORCH
7/12 – 25
A pre-auditioned large orchestra of 100
outstanding high school musicians
7/12 – 25
H.S. WIND ENSEMBLE
A medium size wind ensemble of 65 talented
high school musicians
7/26 – 8/8
H.S. CHAMBERFEST: CHAMBER MUSIC/CH. ORCHESTRA
A select, pre-auditioned group of 60–65
outstanding high school musicians, including pianists.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Students who participate in regional, state
& national honor groups qualify for an automatic $1200 scholarship. Additional financial
aid based on financial need is available.
Four-Week Music Discount
Students who are accepted and enroll in
two consecutive programs, e.g., Symphony
Orchestra/Chamberfest or Wind Ensemble/
Chamberfest are eligible to receive a 25%
discount for the full cost of tuition, meals
and housing. In effect, students pay for three
weeks and receive the fourth week free.
Honor groups participants may apply the Honor
Group scholarship of $1200 to each program
Symphonic Band
Open to students finishing grades 6–9.
July 12–25
Course # YYSB Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Sunday, July 19, 1 p.m.
Saturday, July 25, 12 p.m.
An inspiring and intensive two-week program
developed for the junior high school and young
high school wind and percussion player. This large
ensemble performs both classical and contemporary
works for band including works by Holst, Reed,
Persichetti, Grainger, Sousa, Bukvich, Del Borgo,
McBeth and Brahms.
Amy Bowers
The band performs two major concerts and students
also have the opportunity to perform in solo and
chamber music recitals. Instruction includes daily
full rehearsals, sectional rehearsals, chamber music
ensembles, masterclasses and music theory. Sectional placement is made on the first day.
Students should bring a folding music stand, all instruments and cases with personal identification, small
roll of masking tape, pencil, clothes pins; solo, duet,
trio or quartet music for student recitals. Bring concert
clothing for performance consisting of long dress/dress
shoes or suit/sport coat with slacks, tie, dress shirt &
shoes. Valve oil, slide oil, mutes, spare reeds, cork grease,
bay oil, tools for minor repairs and a woodwind case
humidifier are also necessary.
SUSAN WILLMERING, conductor, see bio on page 41.
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High School Symphony Orchestra
Open to students finishing grades 8–12
July 12–25
Course # YYSO Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Saturday, July 18, 3:30 p.m.
Designed for the most talented high school aged
musician, this outstanding performance program
provides membership in a large symphony orchestra
which is devoted to sightreading, rehearsing, refining
and performing the finest orchestra literature from
a variety of musical style periods.
Works performed in past summers include:
Bernstein
Candide Overture
West Side Story: Symphonic Dances
Bizet
L’arlesienne Suite No. 2
Borodin
Polovtsian Dances
Brahms
Academic Festival Overture
Copland
Rodeo
An Outdoor Adventure
Dvorak
Symphonies #8 and #9
Faure
Pelleas et Melisande Suite
Mahler
Symphony #2, mvt 1
Marquez
Danzón No. 2
Mendelssohn
Hebrides
Rimsky-Korsakov Capriccio Espagnol
Shostakovich
Festive Overture
Sibelius
Symphony #2
Tchaikovsky
Symphony #4
Eugene Onegin, selections
Wagner
Lohengrin: prelude to Act III
Meistersinger Suite
This summer’s repertoire to be selected from the
following works:
Borodin
Prince Igor: Polovtsian Dances
Ives
Variations on America
Respighi
Pines of Rome
Saint-Saens
Dance Macabre
Seyeon Ahn
Daily instruction will include sectional rehearsal
and two full rehearsals. Included in Symphony
Orchestra membership is a half hour private lesson each week to be arranged individually with
the faculty. Eligibility for participation in master
classes and student recitals will be determined
during these lessons. Sectional placement is
made by live audition on Sunday afternoon,
July 12. String seating rotates weekly.
Audition and Application Requirements
Admission to the program is based on a recorded
audition. Strings and winds must audition for
admission. Applications for admission must be accompanied by a DVD, CD or MP3 file containing the
required audition material.
Requirement For Strings: Ages 13–18
A 3 octave scale (2 octaves for basses) and arpeggio
(student’s choice of key) and a piece or pieces (with or
without accompaniment) demonstrating technical
accomplishment (something fast) and interpretive
ability (something slow and legato).
Requirement For Winds And Brass: Ages 14–18
A 2 octave scale and two arpeggios (student’s choice
of key and speed), one presto staccatissimo and one
largo legatissimo, plus a piece or pieces (with or without accompaniment) demonstrating technical level
(something fast) and interpretive ability (something
slow and legato).
David Young
Requirement For Percussion:
Snare Drum: Intermediate Snare Drum Studies,
Mitchell Peters, (Try Publishing), pg. 38, Study No. 26
Timpani: Fundamental Method for Timpani, Mitchell
Peters, (Alfred Publishing), pg. 146, Etude No. 21
Keyboard: Fundamental Method for Mallets, Volume
I, Mitchell Peters, (Alfred Publishing), pg. 113, Study
No. 2
Note: Students of all levels may include a short
excerpt demonstrating multiple mallet technique
on marimba.
Please send all audition materials (audition recording, musical vita, letter of recommendation and
completed registration form) to
Attn: High School Symphony Orchestra
P.O. Box 38
Idyllwild, CA 92549
Or via email to summer@idyllwildarts.org
The deadline for auditions to be received by
Idyllwild Arts is April 15, 2015.
Students should bring a folding music stand, humidifier, instruments and cases marked for identification;
rosin, extra strings, mute, small roll of transparent
tape, pencils, and music (including the piano part)
for student recitals. Concert clothing is CONCERT
BLACK. Men: black suit or tuxedo and white shirt,
black bowtie, black shoes and socks; Women: black
dresses below the knees, no sleeveless tops, black
shoes.
LARRY LIVINGSTON, conductor, see bio on page 42.
Larry Livingston
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master classes will be offered during the first week of
the program with solo recital opportunities available
during the second week. Students will receive one
hour of private instruction each week in addition
to the chamber music and orchestra rehearsals in
which they will participate daily.
This program is for students who have an interest in
pursuing music as a possible career choice. Toward
that end, admission to the program is highly selective and limited to the following instrumentation:
Violin 18
Oboe 3
Trombone 4
Viola 8
Clarinet 3
Percussion 6
Cello 8
Bassoon 3
Piano 3–5
Bass 3
Horn 4
Flute 3
Trumpet 4
Stephen Piazza
High School Wind Ensemble
Open to students finishing grade 9–12
July 12–25
Course # YYSW Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Designed for talented high school students, this
two-week session is devoted to performing the finest
wind ensemble literature from the 18th to the 21st
century. Repertoire for the 2015 session will include
the Finale to Strauss’ Death and Transfiguration,
Barnes’ Fantasy Variations on a Theme of Paganini
and de Nardis’ Universal Judgement.
Instruction consists of daily rehearsals, master classes,
individual lesson, solo repertoire and chamber music
ensembles. Two major concerts, plus student and
faculty recitals are also featured.
Sectional placement is made on the first day.
Students should bring a folding music stand, all instruments and cases with personal identification, small roll
of masking tape, pencil, clothes pins; solo, duet, trio
or quartet music for student recitals. Valve oil, slide
oil, mutes, spare reeds, cork grease, bay oil, tools for
minor repairs and a woodwind case humidifier are
also necessary. Bring concert clothing for performance
consisting of long dress/dress shoes or suit/sport coat
with slacks, tie, dress shirt and shoes.
STEPHEN PIAZZA, conductor, see bio on page 41.
High School Chamberfest
Open to high school students finishing grade 9–12.
audition. Applications for admission must be accompanied by the following:
July 26–August 8
Two-week session
A CD, DVD or MP3 file containing the required audition material.
Chamber Music Concerts
A brief description of the student’s musical experience including chamber music and orchestra
experience.
Audition required.
Course # YYCH Ø5-Ø6
Chamber Orchestra Concerts
Saturday, August 1, 4:30 p.m.
Friday, August 7, 7 p.m.
Final Concert
Saturday, Aug. 8, 8 p.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall
The High School Chamberfest is an intensive twoweek program designed to offer outstanding high
school age musicians the opportunity to develop
and refine the skills needed for excellence in small
ensemble performance and to rehearse and perform
the most challenging literature in the chamber
orchestra repertoire. The Chamber Orchestra is
conducted by Larry Livingston, who for the past 26
summers has conducted the Idyllwild Arts Festival
Orchestra. Students selected for the Chamberfest
will have the opportunity to work with some of the
leading teachers and performers in the worlds of
chamber music and orchestral performance.
This summer’s chamber orchestra repertoire to be
selected from the following works:
Symphony No. 8................................................Beethoven
Leonore Overture No. 3...................................Beethoven
Beatrice & Benedict Overture................................Berlioz
Additional Repertoire TBA
A letter of recommendation from a private teacher
or conductor who has personal knowledge of the
student’s musical abilities.
Audition Details (with or without accompaniment
is acceptable)
3 octave scale for strings; 2 octaves for winds and
brass; plus two arpeggios (student’s choice of key
and speed)
A solo demonstrating your technical ability
A solo demonstrating your interpretive ability
Percussion Auditions
Snare Drum: Advanced Snare Drum Studies, Mitchell
Peters, (Try Publishing), pg. 12–13, Study No. 6
Timpani: Fundamental Method for Timpani, Mitchell
Peters, (Alfred Publishing), pg. 194, Etude No. 58
Keyboard: Fundamental Method for Mallets, Volume II,
Mitchell Peters, (Alfred Publishing), pg. 14, Study No. 2
Note: Students of all levels may include a short
excerpt demonstrating multiple mallet technique
on marimba.
Piano Participation and Auditions
Student pianists will participate in chamber music,
receive daily private coaching and may, depending
The daily schedule is divided evenly between
chamber music and chamber orchestra. Students
will participate in one full orchestra rehearsal and
one sectional rehearsal each day along with daily
coached and uncoached chamber music ensemble
rehearsals. Chamber music ensembles will explore
the gamut from brass and woodwind quintets and
quartets, string quartets, and piano trios to mixed
ensembles of strings and winds including larger
chamber works for 8-10 players.
Solo performance and private lessons are also an
important part of the program. String, wind and brass
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SPECIAL EVENT
CHAMBER MUSIC
IN IDYLLWILD
Please join us for four extraordinary chamber
music concerts this summer as part of Chamber
Music in Idyllwild. Renown performers from
the Chamberfest faculty will perform a wide
range of chamber music selections from the
Baroque to the present, including music for
strings, winds, brass and piano.
Joseph Modica
KUSC Classical DJ Rich Capparela will provide
insightful commentary about the music during
three pre-concert talks. The concerts will take
place in Stephens Recital Hall.
The schedule of concerts:
Wednesday, July 29
Pre-Concert Talk, 7:30 p.m.
Concert, 8 p.m.
Friday, July 31
Faculty Concert, 8 p.m.
Saturday, August 1
Concert, 8 p.m.
upon experience and ability, play collaboratively
with other students on student recitals. To audition
as a pianist, follow the Audition and Application Requirements listed above and prepare the following:
A piano solo of the student’s choice which demonstrates interpretive skills in both slow and fast
passages.
Any piece of ensemble repertoire demonstrating
collaborative skills with another instrument or
instruments.
Please send all audition materials (audition recording, musical vita, letter of recommendation and
completed registration form) to:
Attn: High School Chamberfest
P.O. Box 38
Idyllwild, CA 92549
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 15, 2015.
Students will be notified as to their acceptance
shortly after that date.
Wednesday, August 5
Concert, 8 p.m.
Festival Choir-HS
July 26–August 8
Course # YYCF Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Saturday, Aug. 1, 1 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 6, 8 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 7, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 8, 8 p.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall
An intensive two-week workshop for select high
school age singers designed to further develop the
vocal and musical skills needed for the performance
of choral repertoire. The Festival Choir will be conducted by Joseph Modica. Dr. Modica will lead a
performance of Messiah by G.F. Handel on Saturday,
August 8 in Los Angeles. In addition, students will
study and perform a variety of choral/vocal repertoire
for both large and small ensembles led by members
of the outstanding choral faculty.
Each student will participate in the full choir and
in vocal masterclasses. Students should expect to
be involved in musical activities a minimum of six
hours per day. These activities include rehearsals,
vocal masterclasses, and other special classes offered by the faculty.
Students should bring a folding music stand, all instruments and cases with personal identification, pencils,
two complete copies of any music for student recitals
and humidifiers for strings and woodwind cases.
Concert clothing is CONCERT BLACK. Men: black suit
or tuxedo and white shirt, black bowtie, black shoes
and socks; Women: black dresses below the knees, no
sleeveless tops, black shoes.
Students also have the opportunity for solo vocal performance during the regularly scheduled
student recitals. Interested students should bring
two complete copies of solo music they wish to
perform. Professional pianists are available to play
for all student recitals. The choral/vocal faculty selects
students to perform at student recitals based on a
live audition during the two-week session.
If you wish to audition for Festival Choir 2015,
please submit a CD containing two short,
contrasting (fast/slow, soft/loud) examples of your
singing in whatever style you feel most comfortable,
and one letter of recommendation from a music
LARRY LIVINGSTON, conductor, see bio on page 42.
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Allison Allport
Harp Workshop
July 12–25
Course # YYHW Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Friday, July 24, 7 p.m.
professional (choir director, voice or private teacher)
who knows your work.
Please send the recording, along with your completed registration form to:
Attn: Festival Choir
P.O. Box 38, Idyllwild, CA 92549
Returning students who have sung in the choir in
any of the past four years do not need to audition
for the 2015 session.
Students should bring concert clothing: TBA.Bring at
least three pencils, a small roll of masking tape, and two
complete copies of any solo music for student recitals.
Music Fee: $50
JOSEPH MODICA, conductor, see bio on page 42.
Section Leader Scholarships
Sections Leaders: The Festival Choir has openings
for 12 section leader positions (SSSAAATTTBBB).
All twelve positions receive full scholarships and
small stipends to participate in the program. The
section leaders are generally college and university
students, although it is possible that selected high
school seniors may be considered. Section leaders
are chosen through a live audition to be held at
Occidental College on Saturday, March 21, 2015.
An intense two–week workshop open to harpists
with at least one year of experience. Activities will
include harp ensemble, chamber music coachings
and private lessons with an emphasis on ensemble
skills and musicality. The program will culminate in a
recital featuring works learned during the session as
well as any solos students are ready to perform. Some
students will be placed in Symphony Orchestra/
Band in addition to harp ensemble. These students
will rehearse daily with the orchestra and will also
receive individual coaching on their orchestra parts
as well as orchestra skills in general.
Students new to the class should submit an audition
CD consisting of one solo of their choice. Students
who wish to be considered for Symphony Orchestra
should also include two orchestral excerpts on their
CD. Students will be expected to bring an instrument
they can use for the duration of the class. Help arranging a rental harp is available and discounted tuition
is offered to those who must rent a harp instead of
bringing their own. Students should also provide
their own tuner with pick-up, tuning key, harp bench
of appropriate height, and a full set of spare strings.
ALLISON ALLPORT, see bio on page 43.
Jazz Workshop
June 28–July 11
Course # YYJZ Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Saturday, July 4, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
For junior high, high school. This course can only
be taken as a two week program. Courses include
performance in big bands and combos, music
theory, arranging and improvisational techniques,
and master classes. Guest artists and faculty perform
with students at concerts held at the end of the week.
Late registration may result in limited participation
due to the need for balanced ensembles.
All musicians should plan to bring a folding music stand
and their own equipment marked with identification,
i.e. drums, amps, etc. (Idyllwild Arts will not provide
any instruments or equipment). PIanists should plan to
bring their own electric keyboard. Where appropriate,
bring mutes, spare reeds, key oil, cork grease, valve or
slide oil, saxophones bring doubles, trumpets bring
flugelhorns if you own or have access to them; pencils,
manuscript paper, clothes pins, and a folding music
stand. Concert attire for boys is jazzy casual shirt and
slacks; for girls a casual dress or pants is preferred.
Lab fee: $10
JEFF TOWER, Chair, see bio on page 43.
Interested students should contact Steven
Fraider, Director of the Summer Program,
at: idyllartla@aol.com.
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Piano Performance
June 28–July 11
Course # YYPP Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Student Performance
This course provides an intensive program for
advanced pianists of junior high school and senior
high school age. The faculty provides private lessons, performance opportunities both in recital and
masterclass settings, piano ensemble repertoire and
coaching, and class discussions of various pianorelated topics. The daily schedule is determined
by the needs of the class and the students’ abilities
and readiness to do the work. Students must be
self-motivated and prepared to practice individually
several hours each day to master the assignments
given to them.
Participants must bring at least four previously
learned pieces including one which is at performance level. Prospective students must be playing
repertoire with a level of difficulty comparable to any
Prelude and Fugue from the Well-Tempered Clavier by
J.S. Bach, any sonata by Mozart or Beethoven, or any
nocturne, ballade or scherzo by Chopin.
Students enrolling in the Piano Workshop must submit a CD or DVD containing the following examples
of their playing:
1) One work by a Baroque composer
2) One work by a Classical composer
3)One work by a Romantic or a 20th Century
composer
Songwriting
July 26–August 8
Course # YYSW Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Student Performance
Saturday, August 1, 1 p.m.
The Summer Songwriting Program will be a two week
intensive study of Popular Music and Business. There
will be two student performances during the session.
Students will participate in 3 courses: Popular Music
Seminar, Songwriting and Performance Techniques,
and Mastering Topline Writing. Additionally, students
will receive private instruction in voice, their instrument, and songwriting each week. The courses cover
song deconstruction (where they study the components of songs from various genres), singing, theory,
performance techniques (including mic technique,
stage presence, and pa system set-up),and topline
writing (working on melody and lyrics).
In addition to the above courses students will have
Songwriting Workshop. This is time dedicated to
writing, practicing, and rehearsing songs for the
two performances. Students are able to write songs
completely of their choice and are also assigned various collaborations and assignments. The Workshop
is overseen by all Songwriting Faculty.
audition. Applications for admission must be accompanied by the following:
Please send the recording, a completed registration
form and Teacher Recommendation form, the $25
application fee and the deposit to:
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program,
Piano Performance
1)A CD, DVD or MP3 file containing the required
audition material. A PDF of lyrics.
2)A brief description of the student’s musical and
performance experience.
3) A letter of recommendation from a private teacher
or mentor who has personal knowledge of the student’s musical abilities.
4)2-3 original songs demonstrating instrumental,
vocal, and lyric writing skills.
Please note: While the CD or DVD does not represent
a formal audition, students may be advised that their
ability level is not compatible with the demands
of the workshop. In that event, all fees paid will be
refunded. Please do not send the only copy of any
CD or DVD you might want returned. Idyllwild Arts
cannot guarantee the return of any recording.
Please send the recording, a completed registration
form, Teacher Recommendation form and support
materials, the $25 application fee and the deposit to:
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program,
Songwriting
JEANETTE LOUISE YARYAN, PARVATI MANI,
RYAN ZWAHLEN, Chairman, see bio on page 44.
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THEATRE
Song and Dance
June 28–July 11
Course # YYDS Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Student Performance
Friday, July 10, 8 p.m.
In this musical theatre workshop, designed for
students grades 9–12 (graduating seniors may apply) with background in either musical theatre (or
vocal music) and/or dance. All students will receive
intensive training in voice and dance, with a final
performance which will include individual solo work
and full company production numbers from recent
and classic Broadway shows. A major emphasis is
placed on learning how to select audition material
and to audition successfully. Students should come
prepared to work hard, be challenged, and have a
great time doing it!
A typical daily schedule is shown here (some activities alternate):
9 a.m. Dance warm-up
9:45 a.m. Jazz dance & individual
voice lessons
10:45 a.m.Break
11 a.m. Tap dance (students placed by
level of skill)
12 noon Lunch
1:30 p.m. Vocal Warm-up
1:45 p.m. Musical Theatre Master Class
Individual Voice Lessons
3 p.m. Auditions for recitals
Rehearsals for final concert
Vocal Coaching as needed
4 p.m. Break
5:30 p.m. Dinner
6:30 p.m. Musical theatre repertoire
Choral rehearsal
July 12–August 8
Students enrolling in Song and Dance are asked
to submit an audition tape (Returning students
do not need to reaudition). Please submit a video
recording (DVD or privately-shared YouTube, Vimeo,
or similar video) showing a performance of one or
two songs from musical theatre repertoire and one
letter of recommendation from a music or theatre
professional (choir director, voice, dance or acting
private teacher, drama coach) who knows your work.
If possible, please include a sample of your dance
or movement ability–individual routine, clip from a
musical in which you performed (be sure to include
information to identify you in any group numbers),
or even dance class.
Please send the video, a completed registration form,
Teacher Recommendation form, the $25 application
fee and the deposit to:
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program, Song & Dance
Please note: All videos must be received by
April 1. Students will be notified of acceptance into
the program by April 20, 2015. Returning Song &
Dance students do not need to audition for the
2015 session.
Course # YYCA Ø3-Ø4
# YYCA Ø5-Ø6
This two-week practical course for seasoned and
beginning actors is an intensive and fun experience
both in front of and behind the camera. Students
learn to experience the very intimate nature of acting on camera (versus theatre) and the demands of
film and TV production on the actor.
The course begins with taping monologues that students have prepared. Archival film clips and a lecture
demonstrate the differences between great theatre
actors and great camera actors. The monologues are
viewed and critiqued.
Relaxation and imagination exercises combined
with improvisation prepare the actors to shoot their
scene work on camera and for the realistic acting
style required by the truth and intimacy of the close
up lens. Script analysis, beats, actions, character
development, and other elements are worked out.
Students should bring jazz and tap shoes, and either
a black character shoe (women) or any sturdy black
dress shoe. Women should bring a white blouse and
black skirt (knee length), leotard and tights (at least
one pair each of black and beige), and a simple knee
length “rehearsal” skirt. Men should bring a white dress
shirt and black pants, as well as clothes for dance class.
All students should bring sheet music in their range musical theatre repertoire-and be prepared to perform
at least one song, from memory, at the start of the
session. Students auditioning solo songs for the final
concert might also want to bring appropriate costume
for those numbers (not required).
DAVID O, Chair, see bio on page 43.
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June 28–July 18
Course # YYTF Ø1-Ø3
Three-week session
Working on a professional sound stage with stateof-the-art equipment, students learn how to operate
a camera and record sound, giving them an objective perspective of the kind of acting the camera
requires. The first of two scenes are shot, reviewed
and discussed.
Acting for the Camera is taught in tandem with the
Directing for the Camera Class. Directing students
participate in acting exercises to understand the
actors’ language and needs, then work with actors
developing the interpretation of the scenes and
character. The second week style and genre are
discussed and character development is further
explored. Directing Students film and edit the scenes
for a final screening for family and friends. Screenings
of films created by the students are viewed.
Students are asked to bring an open mind and an
adventurous spirit!
Lab fee: $50
ADRIENNE CARTER, KARINA BECKER,
Fri./Sat., July 17 & 18, 8 p.m.
Programs of Study and Performance
The Theatre Arts Department offers programs of
study geared for the serious high school student
of theatre. It affords the student the opportunity
to experience disciplined training in performance
and technical theatre as exemplified in conservatory
theatre training programs normally found at the
college level. The summer curriculum will offer an
introduction to the crafts of theatre including actor
training in Scene Study and monologue Analysis,
Shakespearean Text, Voice and Diction, Stage Movement, Mask work, Improvisation, Stage Combat
and technical theatre training in set/costume/prop
construction.
Students will be placed in classes and performances
as actors or technicians based on an audition at the
beginning of the three-week session. Every effort to
accommodate student interests will be considered
for class placement, however, casting is based
on ability and enrollment in the Summer Theatre
Festival does not guarantee casting in a production. All students enrolled in the summer program
will participate in production in either an acting or
technical theatre capacity. Summer Theatre faculty
may perform alongside students in productions.
Special workshops will be offered as staffing permits.
Typical offerings from past summers include Audition
Techniques, Stage Combat, Clowning Techniques,
Mask Making, Dance Improvisation, Technical
Theatre, Audition Techniques and Musical Theatre.
Typical Daily Schedule
Mon/Thurs. (Mornings & Afternoons, 8:30–5)
Classes, workshops, rehearsals
and technical theatre production
Friday (All Day, 8:30–5)
Rehearsals and technical theatre
production
Saturday (10–5)
Workshops and rehearsals
Sunday
Off
Evenings (6:30–9:30)
Rehearsals and technical theatre
production as called
Performances
The Summer Theatre Festival will culminate with a
production presented on the Friday and Saturday
nights of the last week of the session. A One Act
Modern Theatre Piece will be presented on Friday and
Saturday afternoons for visiting family and friends.
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Summer Theatre Intensive
Creating The Play
Performance schedules and titles will be announced
after students arrive. Workshop subjects will be announced at that time as well.
Shows under consideration: Arden of Feversham
by Anonymous (attributed to W. Shakespeare) or a
possible Greek play. Enrollment will be limited to 25
Acting Students and 5 Technical Theatre students.
Casting
All casting will be done in Idyllwild on the first Monday
of the session. Students interested in acting must be
prepared to present the following:
1) Two one-minute contrasting monologues:
one (1) contemporary and one (1) classical.
2) 16 bars of a simple song a capella
(no accompaniment).
3) A resume and head shot
(photograph-8”x10”B/W or color).
4) A Teacher Recommendation Form
(found on page 51).
For students who are unable to obtain contemporary
monologues, prepared materials are available from
the Summer Registrar. Please request the audition
material at the time of registration.
Script fee: $25
Students are requested to stay in campus housing
until the Sunday morning following the end of their
session in order to assist in striking the set.
J. BARRETT COOPER, Director, see bio on page 44.
July 19–August 8
Course # YYTH Ø4-Ø6
Three-week session
Friday, August 7, 8 p.m.
Programs of Study and Performance
A three-week intensive in which the students,
through text analysis, voice and movement classes,
and improvisation will devise a completely new play.
For this particular process, director Alec Volz and
playwrights Diana Grisanti and Steve Moulds will
facilitate generative exercises, and will use the results
to create a written text specifically for this company
of actors. Then, as a group, the entire company will
create the performance. This brand-new play is sure
to be as weird, bold, complicated, frightening, and
fun as the people in the rehearsal room!
Students will read, dissect, and discuss plays by
contemporary playwrights—playwrights who are
alive and well, expanding and exploding the canon
at this very moment. The class will analyze texts on
both a structural level (How is this play built?) and a
sociopolitical one (What does this play have to say
about the world we live in?).The syllabus will include
works by some of today’s most exciting theatre makers, including Rinne Groff, Victoria Stewart, Kimber
Lee, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Dan Dietz, Kristoffer
Diaz, and more.
Students will also have classes in technical theatre in
which they will help to create the set for their show.
In these classes, they will learn how this creation
process is intimately tied to the process of creating
the text of the piece.
The students will start every day with voice and
movement classes including yoga.
In the third week the students will have a monologue
workshop where they will receive 2 appropriate
monologues and individual and group coaching.
Alec Volz
Devised Performance
Devising, as a practice, is simply a way of creating a
play that does not begin with an individual writer’s
script, but rather one that is assembled collaboratively by a company of artists. Methods for devising a
play are endless; they can grow out of improvisation,
dance, design, music, architecture... any process that
suits the work being created.
Typical Daily Schedule
Monday–Friday
8–5: Classes and workshops
6:30–9: Rehearsals and technical theatre
production as called
Saturday
8–5:30: Workshops (TBA), rehearsals and
technical theatre production as called
Casting
Since we will be creating the show based on the actors
in the festival, prepare one 2-minute contemporary
monologue and 16 bars of a simple song a capella.
Please pick a monologue and song that best shows
off your talents. You may pick a piece from a show
you have done or a completely new piece.
Script fee: $25
Students are requested to stay in campus housing
until the Sunday morning following the end of their
session in order to assist in striking the set.
ALEC VOLZ, Director, see bio on page 44.
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VISUAL ARTS
Drawing and Painting Program
This six-week program, comprising three, two-week
sessions, is designed to provide instruction and
assistance to the students interested in developing
their artistic talents and abilities. The first two sessions focus on work in drawing and painting. The
last session will, in addition, specifically address
portfolio preparation with regard to a pursuit of
art instruction at the college level. Each session
can be taken separately or, students may enroll in
multiple sessions.
Ceramics: Clay Works
July 12–25
Art Exploration
Course # YYCR Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Creating Something from Nothing
June 28–July 11
This intensive two-week studio session is a twopart, 3-D art experience which is designed to build
a vocabulary in ceramics. The first week will focus
on various methods of construction, with a primary
focus on the potters wheel. The second week will
examine glazing and firing techniques. Methods of
firing will include high temperature reduction(gas
kiln), mid-temperature oxidation (electric kiln), soda
firing, and horsehair firing. This session provides an
excellent opportunity for individual instruction,
group interaction, and growth for the beginning to
the advanced student.
Course # YYAE Ø1-Ø2
Two-week session
Whether you consider yourself an “artist” or not, this
course has a lot to offer. We will spend two weeks
Playing, Learning, Experimenting, and Stretching as
we experience the joy of creating art. Projects will
include both 2D and 3D creations, using a variety
of materials and techniques. We will explore and
experiment while being given instruction in how to
use the materials, opening up the infinite number of
possibilities that could happen when we are given
the opportunity and permission to just have fun.
Projects will incorporate color and design instruction
including sculpture, painting, drawing, silk painting,
basketry, creating musical instruments, fabric art,
bookmaking and found object assemblage, to name
a few. Instruction will be individualized to support
all levels of confidence, talent and skill development. This session will culminate in an art exhibit,
allowing the students to show off their talents to
family and friends.
Note: It is recommended that any student who is
interested in enrolling in the third session should
have prior studio experience in painting and drawing as well as a body of work that is representative
of that individual’s abilities and artistic involvement.
Please note:
Students are responsible for the packing and shipping their artwork after each culmination. Students
traveling by air can arrange with the school to have
their work shipped.
Materials: Students may bring their own tools, but
studio tools are available for use. Old clothing is
recommended for class.
Lab fee: $40 (Includes clay & firing costs.)
DAVID DELGADO, see bio on page 44.
Materials: Students should bring scissors, paint
brushes (assorted for watercolor and acrylic), white
cotton t–shirt to dye, 9” x 12” pad of drawing paper,
any other art supplies that you like to use.
Lab fee: $80
John Brosio
RACHEL WELCH, see bio on page 44.
David Delgado
Rachel Welch
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Drawing and Painting
Session I
Session II
Master’s Class
June 28–July 11
July 12–25
July 26–August 8
Course # YYPD Ø1-Ø2
Course # YYPD Ø3-Ø4
Course # YYPD Ø5–Ø6
Two-week session
Two-week session
Two-week session
This class is designed to provide instruction in the
fundamental approach, techniques, and concepts
of drawing and painting. Drawing will be taught
almost exclusively using the human figure as a
means of investigating line, contour, negative space,
volume, light, composition, etc., using a wide array
of media. Concurrently, studies will focus in painting
on the mechanics of working in oil paint with use
of the human figure, landscape, still life, and photographic imagery as subject matter. Each student
will complete at least three to six paintings. This class
will investigate various ideas and considerations
regarding art in both historical and contemporary
terms. Additionally, the studio will be open during
evening hours for individuals who want to work on
projects outside of class. The session will culminate
in an exhibition in which each student will have his
or her work on display.
This class is structured much like the first (see above)
but continuing students will have the option to
broaden their inquiry with individual projects. All
drawing will again be done in observation of a
live model to investigate aspects of light, volume,
composition, and line quality. Painting in this class
will also be taught primarily with the use of oil paint.
Consider Sessions I and II to be interchangeable but
for a different set of instructors such that continuing students may benefit from an additional point
of view. The session will culminate in an exhibition
in which each student will have his or her work on
display.
Open to all visual arts media.
Materials: Students should bring three Bristol vellum pads (24” x 18”); one newsprint pad
(24” x 18”); and any paint brushes to which they are
already partial.
Lab fee: $100 (Includes paint, canvas & wood.)
JOHN BROSIO, MICHAEL HARNISH,
LAUREN KRUKOWSKI, see bios on page 44.
Materials: Students should bring three Bristol vellum pads (24” x 18”); one newsprint pad
(24” x 18”); and any paint brushes to which they are
already partial.
Lab fee: $100 (Includes paint, canvas & wood.)
LAUREN KRUKOWSKI, RACHEL WELCH, see bios
on page 44.
This class is designed for the more advanced student who is considering a pursuit of his/her artistic
studies at the college level. During this two week
session each student will produce a body of work
that will represent his or her technical abilities as
well as an understanding of fundamental concerns
in the visual arts. Classes will range through drawing, painting, and mixed media to allow students
an ample opportunity to demonstrate facility and
knowledge in life drawing, color theory, composition, etc. Each student will be expected to produce
a series of paintings that will investigate an idea,
theme or interest. Critiques will be given throughout
to discuss concerns regarding the development of
each students’ work. Instructors will assist students
who are interested in compiling a body of work for
college entrance portfolios. At the end of the session,
each student will have a minimum of twelve, college
entrance quality works that will be photographed
and compiled into a standard, 12” x 9” presentation
portfolio. In addition, each student will produce an
adjoining resume and artist’s statement. Application
information will be provided with regard to institutions, colleges, and universities that have various
departmental studies in the visual arts. The session
will culminate in an exhibition in which each student
will have his or her work on display.
Materials: Students should bring a standard black
portfolio case to protect their finished pieces (31” x
20” or larger); three Bristol vellum pads (24” x 18”);
any paint brushes to which they are already partial;
and a 35mm camera (optional) or a digital camera
(optional). Students are also welcome to bring works of
art completed in previous programs for consideration
in their portfolio.
Lab fee: $100 (Includes paint, canvas & media.)
JENNIFER BAKALAR, JOHN BROSIO,
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Gerard Dislaire
Fashion Design
July 12–August 8
Course # YYVA Ø3-Ø4
# YYVA Ø5-Ø6
Culmination: Student Fashion Show
This class is offering a thorough introduction to the
exciting world of fashion design. An inspiring workshop is for all students interested in fashion, with or
without previous sewing experience.
During the two-week session, students will explore
the world of fashion, experiencing first hand the process of designing collections, as they create various
projects reflecting their individual aesthetic. Many
aspects of this fascinating industry will be covered,
such as fashion history, textiles, the design process,
and how clothing companies function.
Jewelry Workshop
Students will participate in a wide range of exercises,
including but not limited to:
July 26–August 8
1) Creating concept boards and color palette
2) Selecting fabrics and trim
3)Designing mini collections within specific
themes
4) Sketching from live models
5) Cutting and sewing original garments
6) Styling and staging a fashion show
A field trip will be organized, where the students
will have the opportunity to visit several places all
related to fashion. Previous field trips have included
touring large company headquarters (Juicy Couture,
BCBG), small design studios (Cerre, Karolyn Kiisel),
major designer retail stores (Opening Ceremony),
fashion design schools (Woodbury University),
fashion exhibits (FIDM, BCBG).
See more about this great program at: www.idyllwildfashion@wordpress.com.
Materials: Students should bring a laptop (or tablet),
an 11”x17” sketch pad, drawing tools (pencils, erasers,
pencil sharpeners, sharpies), as well as color tools
of their choice (color pencils, gouache, watercolor,
markers).
Lab fee: $175 (Includes fabric and trims, vintage
garments, color swatches, etc.)
GERARD DISLAIRE, see bio on page 44.
Course # YYJL Ø5-Ø6
Two-week session
Create and construct one-of-a-kind jewelry! Students
will learn the design theory and fabrication techniques needed to make wearable art. This session
provides an excellent opportunity for one-on-one
instruction for both beginners as well as students
who already have experience. Lessons will cover
everything from basic soldering, sawing, forming,
gemstone setting and additional techniques using
found and unusual materials!
Projects will emphasize three-dimensional design.
Students will use a combination of metals techniques
to create earrings, rings, pendants, and bracelets
in copper, brass, and sterling silver. The class will
explore contemporary fashion trends and timeless
styles. Students will come away with silversmithing
skills, as well as a collection of finished handmade
jewelry! This workshop is perfect for those who either
have a passion for jewelry or fashion, or simply love
designing art in metal.
Materials: Students should bring an apron, sketchbook, and drawing instrument. All other tools and
materials are provided.
Lab fee: $175 (Includes the use of all tools, equipment, brass, copper, sterling silver, gemstones, and
consumables such as solder, sandpaper, acetylene
gas, polishing compounds, etc.)
VALENTINA MOEUR, see bio on page 44.
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Digital Photography
June 28–July 11
Course # YYPF Ø1-Ø2
Photography 101
Darkroom, Photoshop & Lightroom
Two-week session
July 12–25
Two-week session
Week I: Beginning with the Basics
This exciting workshop covers all the fundamental
techniques of photography from camera handling
to the finished print. A complete introduction to
the camera includes exposure calculations, image
control, and most importantly, learning to see.
Course # YYPF Ø3-Ø4
Field trips and shooting assignments are followed by
extensive work in postproduction techniques to enhance your images for quality printing and viewing.
Week I: The Basics
This exciting workshop covers all the fundamental
techniques of photography from camera handling
to the finished print. A complete introduction to
the camera includes exposure calculations, image
control, and most importantly, learning to see. Each
print will produced in the darkroom where you will
learn how to develop film and print on enlargers.
The class will explore visual concepts in photography, such as the frame, composition, light, time
and the moment.
Field trips and shooting assignments are followed by
extensive work in postproduction techniques to enhance your images for quality printing and viewing.
Week II: Advancing Your Techniques
This week stretches the student’s to see beyond
the basics, including night photography. Students
explore ways of interpreting the world through
photographs so their images reflect what they feel
and see. The aesthetics of photography are explored
through slides, books, discussions and extensive
individual and group critiques and workshop assignments.
The class will explore visual concepts in photography, such as the frame, composition, light, time
and the moment.
This week is designed not only to enhance technical
knowledge, but also to clarify goals as a photographer, enabling the student to develop a new sense
of direction and purpose
Week II: Digital Imagery
This week the students will take the knowledge
learned from the 35mm camera and dark and implement them digitally. They will leran how to use a DLSR
camera, CS5 and lightroom. The student’s will also
be exposed to the basics in night photography and
underwater photography. Students explore ways of
interpreting the world through photographs so their
images reflect what they feel and see. The aesthetics
of photography are explored through slides, books,
discussions and extensive individual and group
critiques and workshop assignments.
This week is designed not only to enhance technical
knowledge, but also to clarify goals as a photographer, enabling the student to develop a new sense
of direction and purpose
Materials: Students should bring a digital camera; and
any additional lens (a fixed 35mm or 50mm would be
best). 2 camera batteries plus chargers; at least 2, 4 GB
media cards, tripod (optional) and a USB.
SHAUNNA FRIEMOTH-LEHR, see bio on page 40.
Materials: Students should bring a 35mm digital camera; and any additional lens (a fixed 35mm or 50mm
would be best). 2 camera batteries plus chargers; at
least 2, 4 GB media cards, tripod (optional).
TRACEY LANDWORTH, SANTINO ZAFARANA, see
bio on page 44.
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WRITING
Brendan Constantine
Poetry Workshop
Kim Henderson
A Fiction Workshop
Industrial Poetry
To Make It Memorable
July 12–25
June 28–August 8
Three two-week sessions
Session I June 28–July 11
Session II July 12–25
Session III July 26–Aug. 8
Course # YYWP Ø3-Ø4
Two-week session
Course # YYWF Ø1-Ø2
# YYWF Ø3-Ø4
# YYWF Ø5-Ø6
This summer’s intensive fiction workshop will focus
on expanding students’ awareness of their craft as
storytellers. “To make it memorable” is both the goal
of each narrator in a story and the yearning of the
writer who chooses the words. This workshop is for
young writers who savor the creative use of language
and have an insatiable desire to learn more about
how to make their stories convincing. Each student
is expected to write or substantially revise stories or
chapters of longer projects throughout the course
of the workshop. Please Note: In signing up for this
workshop, each student acknowledges that she or he
is capable of producing, on her or his own initiative,
at least 500 words a day of writing.
Each two-week workshop will meet a minimum of five
hours per day, Monday through Friday, with a shorter
meeting on Saturday morning. Brief individual
conferences with the instructor can be scheduled
following the afternoon workshop. The annual
culminating event of each workshop is the Saturday
morning reading at the end of the second week, at
which students will read a portion of their projects.
Morning and afternoon classes will include sustained
discussion of the writing the students have produced
during their writing periods. The tone of this discussion will always grow out of a respect for the effort
required to produce well-written imaginative stories.
The emphasis in this workshop is on producing as
many drafts of new work as possible.
This workshop will also include the opportunity to
expand the range of one’s daily reading, which is
an essential part of the development of any writer’s
capacity to grow as an artist. The instructor will
introduce students to a variety of texts, both classic
and contemporary. The types of fiction explored in
this intensive workshop will range from the popular
genres to the kinds of stories rooted in classical as
well as experimental approaches to literature. No
matter which direction students end up taking as
writers, this workshop will provide groundwork
for the exploration of the reality of the imagination. Throughout the meetings, the instructor will
interweave his or her knowledge of the methods by
which a young writer turns the aspiration to become
a writer into an actual career.
Howard Nemerov said, “Poetry is a means of seeing
invisible things and saying unspeakable things about
them.” This workshop for beginning and advanced
young writers, will explore mysterious language of
poetry, its history and future, as well as challenge old
ideas about its role in modern communication. We’ll
examine some older voices and discover a few new
ones, including your own! Participants will generate
new work learn professional tools for editing and
publication, and even cultivate a live performance.
No previous experience is needed.
The class will meet five hours a day, six days a week
for writing, reading, discussion, games, field trips
and a few surprises. Students will also produce an
anthology of new writing and present a reading for
the school community. Bring notebooks, writing
instruments and a few examples of poetry you like.
You’ll also have plenty of access to the computer lab,
to prepare drafts of poems for class critique.
BRENDAN CONSTANTINE, see bio on page 44.
KIM HENDERSON-SESSION I & III,
SAMANTHA DUNN-SESSION II,
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CHILDREN’S &
JR. ARTIST’S CENTERS
Fa cult y B i o’s
DANCE
WENDY BYSTRZYCKI: BA in French with a minor in Theatre from
University of New Mexico and her Master’s in Education from
New Mexico State University. She studied at L’Ecole de Danse
de Paris. She taught French, theatre and dance for several years
at Desert Hot Springs High School. She works for “On Your Feet”
Dance Productions. Wendy is as energetic in life as she is on stage.
CATALINA ORLANDO-PARSONS (a.k.a. Miss Kina) has been
dancing for the past 20 years and is trained in many styles such
as ballet, jazz, musical theatre, tap, hip-hop, contemporary, and
modern dance. She spent eleven years attending dance, performance, musical theater and art classes at Idyllwild Arts Summer
Program. Since the year 2005, she has taught several styles of
dance for “On Your Feet” Dance Productions in the Palm Springs
area. Her area of expertise is in choreography and performance.
CEASARE ORLANDO started dancing when he was three. He
taught his first class when he was 13 and has been teaching
ever since. He has trained in many different styles including Hip
Hop, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical/Contemporary, Modern, African, Ballroom,
Latin, Belly Dance and Swing. Some of the best training he has
received, happened while participating in Idyllwild Arts Summer
Program, where he was a student for five years.
FILM
LAURA CARSON (SAG-AFTRA) holds a BA in Theatre & Speech
from the College of William and Mary. Over the years, she has
performed in several plays in regional, NY and LA theatres. Her
film and TV credits include Highly Functional, Bruce Almighty,
Grey’s Anatomy, Gilmore Girls and Drop Dead Diva. She is
also a produced playwright and video editor in Los Angeles.
www.lauracarson.com
SARAH ROSENBERG (SAG/AFTRA) has been working in film
and television since the age of 18. Sarah started her career as
an actress working in theatre and has gone on to work on tv
shows such as Cold Case and Southland as well as several feature
films and various web series. She has also co written two feature
length films and written, directed and produced a series of short
films. Full credits can be found at imdb.com.
MUSIC
SANDII CASTLEBERRY DAIGH: guitarist/vocalist, is an ISOMATA
summer program student alumni, and has been a Family Camp
and the Multiarts instructor since 2003. Sandii has a Masters
Degree in Holistic and Integrative Education, and taught elementary school in Irvine. She is a 15-year veteran roster artist
for Segerstrom’s Center for the Arts in Orange County, performing American music assemblies and teaching workshops in
elementary schools throughout Southern California. She also is
a multi-styled musician. www.sandiicastleberry.com
PAUL NICKELS: BA in Piano Performance from California State
University, Hayward. Spent 20 years teaching piano full time in
Las Vegas, independently and with Nevada School of the Arts.
He continues to teach in Las Vegas while developing Suzuki
Music Education in southern Utah. Currently, he is active in music
production with St. George Musical Theater.
LAURA SPITZER: Associate Professor of Music, New Mexico State
University. Undergraduate studies completed at the Mozarteum
in Salzburg, Austria, where she was awarded the Bösendorfer
Stipend and graduated with distinction. MM with Leon Fleisher,
Peabody Institute. DMA with John Perry, University of Southern
California. Her students have won the Theodor Presser Award,
MTNA state competition and El Paso Symphony Guild Concerto
Competition.
JANISA THARP began piano instruction at age 2 with her
father, Suzuki-trained instructor Paul Nickels, and later studied
with Muriel Adler. Piano performance major at the Las Vegas
Academy of International Studies, Performing and Visual Arts
under Mary Straub. Participated in numerous competitions
including the Clark County School District Solo and Ensemble
Piano Festival and the Bolognini Scholarship Competition.
Received training at several Suzuki Institute classes with Cleo
Brimhall and Dr. Haruko Kataoka.
THEATRE
DAVID BAUMAN: (SAG, AFTRA, AEA) holds his MFA from U.C.L.A.,
and is an actor and director living in Los Angeles. He has worked
with The Blank Theater’s Young Playwrights’ Festival, the Sacred
Fools, Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, Evidence Room, and
Buzzworks theater companies in classic and contemporary
productions. Bauman has taught acting at UCLA, StageCoach
Schools, and directed at YADA, The Youth Academy of Dramatic
Arts. Bauman and McLean have written and composed the original musicals premiered at Idyllwild Arts Music Theatre Program.
ALLISON CALDERWOOD has 23 years of teaching experience in
the primary grades and 7 years of costuming experience with the
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program. She earned a BA in Liberal Studies
with an Art Emphasis, as well as a Multiple Subjects Credential,
from Cal State Northridge. Her performing arts experience spans
33 years and includes singing, dancing, acting, and costuming.
LAURA CARSON: See bio under Film Faculty, this page.
TOM GRIEP is a conductor/pianist, and he has worked with
some of the most talented singers in the business; including
Carol Channing, Nathan Lane, Rita Moreno, Cher, Tommy Tune,
David Hyde-Pierce, Bobby Vinton, Paul Anka and Olivia NewtonJohn. Tom has conducted the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, the
Oklahoma Symphony and the Greensboro Symphony. He recently
orchestrated the Overture for Chita Rivera’s Show with the Long
Island Symphony and the Roanoke Philharmonic.
DONNA SIMONE JOHNSON (SAG, AEA) is a Los Angeles based
teaching artist who has appeared in a bevy of plays, films and
television shows, including James Francos’ The Inheritors, the
award winning film The Invisible Freedom Warriors, The Lion King
at the Pantages, High School Musical 2 & 3, NBC’s Teachers and the
acclaimed production of Xtigone, which world-premiered this
year in San Francisco. Donna holds a BA in Theatre Performance
from Vanguard University, a MA in Dance from NYU and a MFA in
Acting from CalArts. www.donnasimonejohnson.com
TANNIS HANSON: MFA in Acting, CSU, Long Beach. She currently
teaches undergraduate acting classes at Vanguard University.
She spent five summers teaching drama to children at the
Denver Center Theatre Company. Her favorite theatre credits:
The Baby Dance (Wanda); The Learned Ladies (Henriette); The
Philadelphia Story (Liz Imbrie); Peter Pan (Peter); Into the Woods
(Milky White). Tannis can be seen in a number of national commercials: Progressive, Chevy, Dairy Queen, La Quinta Hotels,
and Time Warner Cable.
TIM LABOR is the recipient of several CAPAC awards, the 2007
LA Weekly Award for intimate theatre sound design, has been
recorded by the Vine orchestra, and was the winner of the 2012
Reno Pops Composer’s Night Competition. Tim received his PhD
in musical composition in 1996 from UC San Diego, and currently
works at UC Riverside with a split appointment between Music
and Media and Cultural Studies Departments.
JOHANNA MCKAY: (AEA, SAG, AFTRA) has directed and written
adaptations of Shakespearean plays and musicals and has taught
acting for over nineteen years. In addition to being an actor
herself, Johanna is a theatre teacher for PS Arts in Los Angeles
and for LACC. She earned her BFA in acting from The Theatre
School, DePaul University (Sarah Siddons Award), and her MFA
from UCLA (Jack Nicholson Award). and Johanna’s adaptation of
As You Like It has been published by Playscripts, Inc.
LINDA MILLER currently teaches theater to the Middle and
High School students at Pilgrim School in Los Angeles. Linda is
also the Elementary musical director at Pilgrim. She also teaches
Drama at John Marshall Elementary in Glendale. Linda also
works with the Music Center of Los Angeles as a teaching artist,
using a blend of improvisation, theatre games and storytelling
techniques to bring classroom curriculum to life. She has been a
member of We Tell Stories where she has been entertaining and
educating children for over twenty-five years. She has spent the
last seven summers directing young adults and chasing squirrels
up at Idyllwild Arts.
LAUREL OLLSTEIN: is an award winning, published playwright
with a production record in major cities all over the world. Original
member of Tim Robbins’ award winning theatre company The
Actors’Gang. Most recently named The Faith Broome Playwright
In Residence for 2012 at the University of Oklahoma where
they produced They Promised Her the Moon. MFA from UCLA
in playwriting with teaching positions at CalArts, UCLA, LMU,
UC Redlands, UC San Bernardino and OTIS. laurelollstein.com.
VISUAL ARTS
DAVID DELGADO: See bio under Ceramics Faculty on pg. 44.
LINDA FULLER: B.A., Art Education, Antioch University; B.A. Art,
Otis Art Institute; Early Childhood Degree, Center for Early Education. Visual Arts Specialist: Westland, Los Encinos, Crossroads
Elementary, Hollywood High (IEP Program), Barnsdall Junior
Arts Center, Idyllwild Arts Children’s’ Center. Consultant: Melrose
Avenue School. Films: Crossroads children’s mural, I Am Sam;
sculpture: The Promise Current: Art Consultant, New York, Los
Angeles elementary/middle schools. Exhibits: New York, San Francisco. Workshops: California Association Independent Schools.
STANLEY GOLDSTEIN: BA from UC Santa Barbara, College of
Creative Studies; Fellowship Yale Summer School of Music and
Art. Stanley has taught at the San Francisco Art Institute, UC Santa
Barbara, San Francisco City College, the California Academy of
Sciences in San Francisco, and the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program
since 1998. Represented by George Billis Gallery in New York City
and Los Angeles, with solo exhibitions in Los Angeles, New York
and San Francisco. www.stanleygoldstein.com
VALERIE ANN GORDON: MA, Art Education, Cal State, Northridge. She currently teaches as an Art Specialist at Los Encinos
Elementary School in Encino, CA. In 2004, she was the summer
art and music camp director for the Los Encinos Elementary
School. In 2001 she was nominated for the BRAVO Award for
Excellence in art education. She is also a past presenter for the
California Association of Independent Schools, Los Angeles.
SHAUNNA FRIEMOTH LEHR: BA in Photography, Brooks Institute. Shaunna began her training in film based photography
before moving into the relm of digital photography. Shaunna’s
background includes work in both artistic and commercial
photography. In addition to her training in the fundamentals
of traditional photography Shaunna has accumulated extensive
experience in Photoshop, Dream Weaver and Final Cut Pro.
Shaunna currently works full time as a photographer doing
both freelance photography and running a commercial studio
specializing in portraits.
BRUCE MCMENAMIN: Director of Children’s Center. BA in Art:
Sculpture, SDSU. Sculptor, Graphic Designer, Photographer, Arts
Administrator. He has held numerous positions during his 40+
years at Idyllwild Arts, including student services, arts faculty
and administration.
CARRIE MEEKER: See bio under Computer Animation Faculty
on pg. 41.
JIM MORFORD: See bio under Computer Animation Faculty
on pg. 41.
RAY BEN MOSZKOWICZ: MA, Fine Art, Cal State, Northridge;
Pilchuck Glass School, Seattle, WA, and Scholarship, Art Center
School of Design, Pasadena, CA. Senior Designer for UltraGlas Studios, freelance artist, and Glass Working instructor at the college
level. In the summers of 2004–07 he was the Ceramics instructor
at Cal State, Northridge SAPEES program for elementary school
aged students. Up until this year Ray taught both beginning as
well as advanced level art classes including ceramics, at Palms
Middle School, Los Angeles, CA. He currently teaches visual art
and ceramics classes at Nobel Middle School in Northridge, CA.
CAT ORLANDO earned an Arts degree with an emphasis in three
dimensional design. She’s taught Bearmaking during Idyllwild
Arts Family Camp since 2000. She started a dance program and
has been teaching dance since 1998. Her dancers have won
numerous awards and regularly perform at Disneyland. She’s
the President of F.A.M.E., Fine Arts & Music Education, Inc. a
non-profit group that raises funds to assist children who want
to take classes in all forms of art. www.onyourfeet.info.
COLIN SMITH is an award winning artist and musician based in
Idyllwild, CA. His art stretches across many disciplines and medias.
Colin uses paint, pencil, ink, wood, tile, brick, stone, guitars,
synthesizers, and drum machines to create several styles of art.
He has been teaching art to children ages 5-14 for ten years.
SAFFRON SYMANK is a professional artist residing in Idyllwild,
CA. She has been teaching art to students of all ages for 13 years.
She works in a variety of mediums including watercolor, acrylic,
and pen and ink. She also enjoys creating a variety of fabric arts
including that of batik and crochet. She attempts to have her
students become comfortable with improving their technical
skills, as well as exercising their imagination.
WRITING
LAUREL OLLSTEIN: See bio under Theatre, this page.
JOHANNA MCKAY: See bio under Theatre, this page.
BRENDAN CONSTANTINE: See bio under Industrial Poetry,
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COMPUTERS
Computer Animation
JIM MORFORD: Digital Media Arts and Multimedia instructor
using Adobe Flash, 3ds max and Adobe Photoshop. He began his
graphics career creating the AniMax computer graphics system
and has designed graphics and facilities for the environmental
field and contributes to the development of the Away3D rendering engine and the Blender 3D authoring environment. Jim
directs VisualInertia, a studio creating digital, 2D and 3D interactive content for animation and game design and development.
CARRIE MEEKER: BA in Linguistics, University of California,
Berkeley; MA in Linguistics, UC Santa Barbara. Carrie returns
to her ninth year at Idyllwild, bringing along her experience
teaching art and working with a variety of media including
ceramics, watercolors, photography, fiber arts, and the written
word. Her work in visual arts have received recognition and
awards in public exhibitions.
JUSTIN BARRETT: After earning his degree in civil engineering with an emphasis on structural design, Justin worked as an
engineer for consulting firms in New Mexico and Montana. He
worked on a variety of projects including groundwater remediation and infrastructure design and passed the Professional
Engineer exam in 2007. In 2008 Justin moved to Idyllwild and
transitioned to teaching. He has been the chair of the Math
department since 2012 and has taught math, physics, chemistry,
and computer science.
DANCE
Dance Workshop: Ballet, Jazz & Modern
JONATHAN SHARP, Ballet/Pointe/Musical Theater: Trained at
the School of American Ballet by master teachers Stanley Williams,
Peter Martins, Andrea Kramarevsky, Suzanne Ferrell, Alexandra
Danilova, Suki Schorer, and Sean Lavery. Danced professionally with the Boston and Pennsylvania Ballets. Appeared in the
Original Casts of five Broadway shows: The Red Shoes,Carousel,
The Rocky Horror Show Live, The Dance of the Vampires, and Fiddler
on the Roof. Currently on faculty at the California Dance Theatre,
Inland Pacific Ballet, and the EDGE Performing Arts Center. ABT
Affiliate teacher.
PATRICK DORAN-SHEERAN, Musical Director: has spent the
last 15 years as a composer, arranger and musician for dance
and theatre throughout Southern California. His dance scores
have been premiered at such venues as the Getty Center, and
performed to by acrobats from Cirque du Soleil. Patrick has also
music-directed many theatrical productions, co-created multimedia performance art shows and taught courses in Rhythm and
the Nature of Art. He has performed on stages throughout the
U.S. and around the world, including the Sydney Opera House
and in Vienna, Austria.
Former faculty has included:
LILLIAN BARBEITO; Director of Bodytraffic (Los Angeles based
Contemporary Company).
HAI COHEN; Dancer with Bodytraffic.
PATRICK FRANTZ; Former member of the Paris Oprea Ballet
and Director of Pittsburgh Ballet.
ROBYN GARDENHIRE; Former member of American Ballet
Theatre and dancer for Twyla Tharpe.
CHAD MICHAEL HALL; Modern Dance Faculty, University of
California, Irvine.
ROBERT LA FOSSE; Former Principal Dancer of American Ballet
Theatre and New York City Ballet.
ALLYNE NOELLE; Principal Dancer with Los Angeles Ballet.
ELLEN ROSA-TAYLOR; Dance Chair for the Idyllwild Arts
Academy.
LESLIE STEVENS; Starred in original cast of La Cage Au Folles
on Broadway.
JOSIE WALSH; Former member of the Joffrey Ballet and very
sought after choreographer.
FILMMAKING
Directing for the Camera
TYGER WILLIAMS is a screenwriter best known for writing the
film MENACE II SOCIETY, which debuted at the Cannes Film festival
as part of the Director’s Fortnight selection and went on to win
an MTV Best Movie of the Year award. Williams has written over
thirty screenplays for feature films and television and has sold
original screenplays, as well as written on assignment, for all of
the major film and television studios.
Filmmaking
IRA R. ABRAMS, Program Chair: Ph.D., Harvard University.
Member of the Producers Guild of America, Abrams was the
Series Producer of the PBS series, Faces of Culture (Emmy), the
feature-length documentary The Three Worlds of Bali (Cine Award),
and was Producer/Writer of the PBS weekly series Chicago Tomorrow. Abrams has also served as Executive Producer for many
educational and documentary films, and has been the head of
three major university media production programs.
BETTY BAILEY, Screenwriting, Casting, Production Management; MA in Journalism, Columbia University; Adjunct Faculty,
Dept. Moving Pictures, Idyllwild Arts Academy.
JARED BILLINGS, Head of Instruction, Directing, Producing,
Audio: MFA in Film, Chapman University. Chair, Department of
Moving Pictures, Idyllwild Arts Academy.
ALEX GAYNOR, Cinematography, Lighting: BFA in Film, Chapman University. Independent Filmmaker and Cinematographer.
PAM PIERCE, Screenwriting, Casting and Final Screenings: MA
in Screenwriting, Stanford University. Founder of CineStory,
the national not-for-profit organization for new and emerging
screenwriters.
MUSIC
Symphonic Band
High School Symphony Orchestra
High School Wind Ensemble
CONDUCTORS
LARRY LIVINGSTON, conductor, HS Symphony Orchestra:
See bio under HS Chamberfest, pg. 42.
STEPHEN PIAZZA, conductor, HS Wind Ensemble: For nearly
40 years, Stephen Piazza has contributed to Idyllwild’s summer
program. As director of the Youth Band, Youth Orchestra, Wind
Chamber Music, Festival and High School Wind Ensembles, he
has always selected fascinating and significant literature. His
LA Symphonic Winds have toured the U.S., Canada, Europe and
China. As a member of the LA Opera Orchestra he performs
with such musical luminaries as Placido Domingo and James
Conlon. www.lawinds.org.
SUSAN WILLMERING, conductor, Symphonic Band: Director of Instrumental Music at South Pointe Middle School in
Diamond Bar, California. In 2013 South Pointe’s music program
was one of only five middle schools to be named California’s
first School of Exemplary Arts by the State Superintendent
of Public Instruction. The South Pointe Wind Ensemble has
performed at local, state, and national venues. She teaches
privately, judged and mentored All State and All Southern
honor groups, and has taught percussion techniques across
Southern California. Professional affiliations include CBDA,
CMEA, SCSBOA, NAME and Percussive Arts Society.
SEY AHN, Orchestra Manager: see bio under HS Chamberfest,
pg. 42.
AMY BOWERS, trombone: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from
USC where she currently teaches. She is a freelance musician and
performs with many orchestras, including Pacific Symphony, San
Diego Symphony, Los Angeles Master Chorale, and the Santa Rosa
Symphony Orchestra. She has won many competitions including
the Pasadena Solo Competition, USC Concerto Competition,
YMF Debut Orchestra Concerto Competition, Pasadena Young
Artist Solo Competition, and was the recipient of the Robert
Marsteller Outstanding Brass Player Award from the Thornton
School of Music.
GINA COLETTI, viola: Masters degree, Juilliard School; BA,
Stanford. She has performed in China, Japan, Israel, Europe, and
North America. She has performed with the LA Philharmonic, LA
Opera, LA Master Choral and served as principal of the Mozart
Chamber Orchestra. She has served on the faculties of UNLV,
Ameropa International Music Festival in Prague and the Adriatic
Chamber Festival in Italy. She is founder and director of ViolaFest Los Angeles. Ms. Coletti has also been the director of Junior
Chamber Music Los Angeles.
CAMERON DOMINGUES, saxophone: BM in Performance, CSU,
Fullerton, MM in Performance from USC, and is currently working
on her Doctorate of Musical Arts from USC. A freelance performer
and teacher in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. Mrs.
Domingues has performed with the Fullerton Civic Light Opera,
Cypress Pops Orchestra, Disneyland College Saxophone Quintet,
and the Pacific Symphony Institute. Cameron is a member of the
South Coast Saxophone Quartet and is a faculty member at Mt.
San Antonio College.
DAVID EVANS, assistant conductor, High School Wind Ensemble:
San Diego State University, Music Performance Degree with Distinction; California State University, Northridge, Masters Degree,
Music Performance. Professor of music at CSU, Long Beach. He
has studied conducting with Dr. Frederick Fennel and has been
guest clinician for the Southern California School Band Associa-
tion and guest conductor for several honor bands throughout
Southern California. As a trumpet performer he has studied with
James Stamp, Uan Rasey, Claude Gordon and Thomas Stevens.
AMY GILLICK, bassoon: BM, CSU Long Beach; Master’s and
Doctorate degrees, UCLA. Amy teaches at the Orange County
High School of the Arts and at Concordia University, Irvine.
Principal bassoonist in the Bakersfield Symphony and member
of the Santa Monica Symphony, she has also performed with the
Pasadena Symphony, and Long Beach Opera. She performs with
the Santa Monica Symphony Wind Quintet. She has performed
with many artists, including Laurendo Almeida, Christopher
Parkening, Edo DeWaart, Joseph Silverstein, Edgar Meyer, Herbie
Hancock, Wayne Shorter.
JANE LEVY, viola: See bio under HS Chamberfest, pg. 42
BERNHARD LÖRCHER, cello: He studied in Karlsruhe with Prof.
Martin Ostertag and received his chamber music training in
Vienna with the Alban Berg Quartet and the Haydn Trio Vienna.
He has performed in many music festivals and concerts all over
Europe. In 1999 he joined the Stuttgart Philharmonic and became
principal cello in 2001. In 2006, he made his first appearance at
the Santa Catarina Music Festival in Brazil, where he has since
been repeatedly invited as a guest lecturer and soloist.
KAREN LUNDGREN, flute: received her BM from Lawrence
University, and her MM from USC studying with David Shostac.
She was a student of Geoffrey Gilbert, (Royal Philharmonic) and
Peter Lloyd (principal, London Symphony Orchestra). She is
Chairman of the Woodwind, Brass and Percussion Department
and the flute instructor at the Colburn School of Performing
Arts. Ms. Lundgren is a freelance musician, and has performed
with: Long Beach Symphony and Opera, Pasadena Symphony,
Antelope Valley Symphony.
LOUISE MACGILLIVRAY, horn: MA in Music Performance,
CSU Northridge. She is a freelance musician in Los Angeles and
Ventura Counties. Currently on the music faculty at CA Lutheran
University she also has an extensive private teaching studio and
is a clinician/adjudicator/consultant for many local schools and
youth symphonies. Her primary interest is in performing and
coaching chamber music.
PATRICIA MASSEY, clarinet: Principal Clarinetist with the
Downey Symphony and the St. Matthew’s Chamber Orchestra
and is a member of the South Bay Chamber Orchestra and the
Opera Santa Barbara Orchestra. In addition she performs regularly with a number of other ensembles in Southern California.
She is active in music in the schools with Campus Concerts and
the Downey Symphony Quintet. Her principal teachers include
Joseph Edwards, Clark Brody, Robert Marcellus, Mitchell Lurie
and Yehuda Gilad.
KRISTY MORRELL, French horn: BM, Eastman School of Music;
MM and DMA from USC; faculty member at the USC Thornton
School of Music, and the Colburn School of Performing Arts.
Member of Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and performs with
the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Opera, Pasadena
Symphony, Pacific Symphony and the Los Angeles Bach Festival.
Active soloist, chamber musician, and clinician, and is a respected
recording artist, performing on numerous motion pictures,
television soundtracks and records.
CYNTHIA MOUSSAS, violin: BM, Juilliard. Member of the
Los Angeles Opera, Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Long
Beach Symphony. Active in the recording studios and as a private
teacher in Southern California. She has been a coach with the
Idyllwild Symphony Orchestra for over 20 years.
DARREN MULDER, trumpet: BM in Music Education from California State University, Long Beach; MM, University of Southern
California. He is a member of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra
and performs regularly with the Pacific Symphony, Opera Pacific,
Los Angeles Philharmonic, Los Angeles Opera, Long Beach and
Santa Monica Symphonies. He is the former Principal Trumpet of
the National Orchestra of Mexico (UNAM) as well as the Festival
dei Due Mondi, Spoleto, Italy.
SEAN REUSCH, trombone: is a member of the Presidio Brass.
He has a Psychology degree from Penn State University and a
Performance degree from Manhattan School of Music. Sean
has performed with the San Diego Symphony and Opera, Los
Angeles Opera and numerous orchestras in southern California.
He is currently on faculty at Point Loma Nazarene University,
UCSD, and Palomar College.
REBECCA RIVERA, bassoon: DMA in bassoon performance, USC.
Rivera has recorded for film and music projects and performed
with many ensembles throughout Southern California including
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Riverside Philharmonic, Golden
State Pops Orchestra, Southeast Symphony, Torrance Symphony,
Westchester Symphony, Peninsula Symphony and the Pasadena
Symphony and Pops Orchestras. Rivera won the Southeast
Symphony concerto competition in 2001. Rivera is a lecturer at
USC and teaches reed-making workshops throughout the year.
JOSHUA ROACH, Asst. Conductor: See bio under HS Chamberfest.
BILL SCHLITT, percussion: See bio under HS Chamberfest.
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ROBIN SHARP, percussion: BM, CSU Northridge; MM, USC; A
freelance musician and composer, he is currently on faculty at
Pasadena City College. Guest soloist with the San Luis Obispo
Symphony Orchestra and has worked with conductors Esa
Pekka Solemen, Michael Tilson Thomas, George Mester and
has played in the Juilliard Orchestra, New York Youth, American
Youth Symphony, Aspen Festival Orchestra and the Riverside
Philharmonic. In 1998 he won the California State University
Northridge Concerto Competition.
TED SUGATA, oboe: See bio under HS Chamberfest.
SCOTT SUTHERLAND, tuba: He is a founding member of the
Presidio Brass, an internationally touring brass quintet based in
San Diego. As a soloist, Scott has been featured with the San Diego
Symphony, Riverside and Burbank Philharmonic Orchestras and
has performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic among many
other orchestras in Southern California. He attended USC and
UCLA and is currently on faculty at the University of Redlands.
STIRLING TRENT, violin: concertmaster for the Garland Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Arlington, and the Las Colinas
Symphony Orchestra since 2004. He regularly appears as soloist
with regional orchestras, active in chamber music and has won
numerous awards. Concert appearances include Live from Lincoln Center with Itzhak Perlman. He was concertmaster for the
Moritzburg Festival Academy Orchestra in Dresden, Germany.
Bachelor’s degree from Juilliard, where he was a student of
Itzhak Perlman, and earned an Artist Certificate from Southern
Methodist University.
ALEXANDER MICHAEL TSEITLIN, violin: As a performing
violinist and violist, Alexander made his orchestral debut at age
9 with Vivaldi’s Spring at the Lyceum Theater in San Diego and
has since performed throughout the United States as well as
Germany, Italy, Austria, Russia, Belgium, South Africa, Mexico,
and Portugal. He -has recorded several albums with independent
labels and regularly premiers the solo and chamber works of the
composers of today. He collaborates regularly with prominent
contemporary artists in performance and composition projects.
PASHA TSEITLIN, violin: See bio under HS Chamberfest.
AMANDA WALKER, clarinet: MFA, UCLA; Principal clarinet of the
Los Angeles Mozart Orchestra, and has performed with the LA
Master Chorale, Pacific Symphony, Long Beach Symphony, the
Royal and Swedish Ballets, the LA Music Center Opera Orchestra,
and the LA Chamber Orchestra. She has participated in the Bach
Camerata of Santa Barbara, the Henry J. Bruman Summer Chamber Music series and the Summer Music series at the Getty. She
has recorded for film, freelances and also teaches.
JOHN WALZ, Artist-in-Residence: See bio under HS Chamberfest.
WOLFGANG WIPFLER, French horn: At twenty he became
principal horn with the Dortmund Philharmonic Orchestra and
then appointed principal horn in the Stuttgart State Orchestra in
1988. In 2004, he was appointed principal horn for the Stuttgart
Radio Symphony Orchestra. He has taught for the Stuttgart
Academy of Music and the Würzburg Academy of Music. Concert
tours include Europe, Asia, Africa and America. Since 2010 he has
been a solo horn member of the Bayreuth Festival Orchestra.
CHRISTOPH WYNEKEN, string coord.: See bio, HS Chamberfest.
ELENA YARRITU, flute: is a freelance flutist and teacher. As
acting principal flute, she performs with the La Jolla Symphony.
An active chamber musician and solo recitalist, Yárritu has
performed extensively in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York
and abroad in France, the Netherlands and Eastern Europe. She
has recently performed Mozart’s Concerto in G major with the
Palo Alto Philharmonic. Yárritu’s has earned degrees from Stony
Brook University, Yale University and San Jose State University.
DAVID YOUNG, double bass: See bio under HS Chamberfest.
High School Chamberfest
LARRY LIVINGSTON, conductor Chamberfest Orchestra: is a distinguished conductor, educator, and administrator, and a highly
respected motivational speaker. He has been the Conductor of
the Festival Orchestra at Idyllwild Arts since 1989. Dean of the
USC Flora L. Thornton School of Music from 1986 until 2002, Mr.
Livingston now Chairs the Orchestral Conducting Department.
He is a recipient of the Life in the Arts Award from Idyllwild Arts.
Since 2007, Mr. Livingston has held the position, Director of
Educational Initiatives for the Guitar Center, Inc.
SEY AHN, Assistant Conductor: Conductor of the Colorado AllState Orchestra 2014. Assistant conductor of the Music for All
National Honor Orchestra since 2011, assistant conductor of the
Idyllwild Arts Festival Orchestra. Guest conductor of Diamond Bar
High School. Performance degrees from Northwestern University
and USC. 2011-2012, music director and administrator of the
USC Concert Orchestra.
WILLIAM CAMPBELL, trumpet: Professor at University of
Michigan, previously on faculty of Ohio State University, the
University of Kansas and the Shenyang Conservatory of Music.
Principal trumpet with l’Orchestra Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
in Florence, Italy for seven years. He has performed as soloist,
toured five continents, and is featured on numerous recordings.
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Currently the principal trumpet of the Ann Arbor Symphony
Orchestra, previously with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra,
the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, the Columbus Symphony
Orchestra, and the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra.
GINA COLETTI, viola: see bio under HS Wind Ens., pg. 41.
SAM FISCHER, violin: graduated from USC and the Juilliard
School. Concertmaster of the Riverside County Philharmonic
and performs regularly with the Pacific Symphony, the Pasadena Symphony, and the Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra.
Recent solo performances include the LA Doctors Symphony,
the Golden State Pops Orchestra, Orchestra Santa Monica, and
the Caltech-Occidental Chamber Orchestra. He has recorded
extensively for motion picture soundtracks, record albums, and
video game soundtracks. He is faculty member of the Colburn
School of Performing Arts.
YEHUDA GILAD, clarinet: Educated in Israel and at the University
of Southern California School of Music. Associate Professor of
Music, USC, and Master Teacher, R.D. Colburn School of Performing Arts. Recipient of many awards including the Israel-America
Cultural Foundation Scholarship and the Robert Simon Award in
Music. Conductor of the Santa Monica Symphony, 1982–88. As a
clarinetist, he has performed with the Marlboro Music Festival,
the Music Academy of the West, the San Francisco Chamber
Music Festival and the Israel Philharmonic.
DAVID JACKSON, trombone & brass chamber music coordinator: Professor of Trombone, University of Michigan, He has
performed with the Chicago Symphony, the Dallas Symphony,
the Detroit Symphony, the Fort Worth Symphony, the New
World Symphony, the Cabrillo Music Festival Orchestra and the
Spoleto, Italy Festival Orchestra. His chamber music experience
includes performances with the Canadian Brass, the American
Brass Quintet, Nexus Percussion Ensemble and the Galliard Brass
Ensemble. He also teaches at the Hot Springs Music Festival, the
Interlochen Arts Camp All-State Division.
JANE LEVY, viola: Jane is a member of the Pasadena Symphony
and has performed frequently with the LA Opera, LA Master Chorale, and Long Beach Symphony. She has played in the Oregon
Bach Festival and the San Luis Obispo Mozart Festival for many
years. Jane especially enjoys performing early music on period
instruments and is a member of the Bach Collegium San Diego
and the Corona del Mar Bach Festival Orchestra.
BERNHARD LÖRCHER, cello: See bio under Symphony Orcherstra pg. 41
JEFFREY LYMAN, bassoon: Associate Professor of Bassoon at
the University of Michigan since 2006. His undergraduate degree
is from Temple University; MM and DMA from the University of
Michigan. He has been a member of numerous orchestras and
has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Metropolitan
Opera Orchestra, the Opera Company of Philadelphia, the Savannah Symphony, the ProMusica Chamber Orchestra of Columbus,
the Grand Rapids Symphony, and the Michigan Opera Theatre. He
has given master classes and guest recitals as well as appearing
often on the international festival circuit.
PETER MIDDLETON, flute: Professor of flute; Northern Illinois
University. He has performed at National Flute Association conventions and has published articles on flute and piccolo recordings, a co-author and consultant for a book on electronic music
published by Macmillan, served as an editorial advisor for the
Flutist Quarterly, and a founding member of the Pacific Woodwind
Quintet. As a performer and producer he has made recordings
for the Sony, CBS, Centaur, CRI, Focus, Crystal and Orion labels.
EDITH ORLOFF, piano: Acclaimed performances throughout
the U.S. and Europe as recitalist, chamber musician, soloist with
orchestra. Idyllwild Arts faculty member since 1976. Founding
member of Pacific Trio, resident ensemble at Idyllwild Arts. Appearances with Houston Symphony Chamber Players, Ensemble
Con Brio of Germany, Czech String Trio of Prague. Has launched
several series devoted to contemporary music. Recordings on
Marsyas, Brio, Carlton, and Yarlung labels. Master’s Degree,
CalArts. Private teaching and master classes for over thirty years.
www.pacifictrio.com.
JOSHUA ROACH, conductor and trumpet: BM in Trumpet, Graduate Certificate in Scoring for Motion Pictures and Television, USC;
MM in Instrumental Conducting from USC. Active as a conductor,
performer, music educator, administrator and composer in the Los
Angeles and Orange County areas. Music Director for the Pacific
Symphony Youth Wind Ensemble, Interim Director of Bands at
California Lutheran University, and has served as assistant/cover
conductor for the Pacific Symphony, Downey Symphony, Young
Musicians Foundation Debut Orchestra, and the USC Thornton
Symphony and Concert Orchestra.
BILL SCHLITT, percussion: Percussion faculty at Azusa Pacific
University, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, Concordia University-Irvine, University of Redlands, and Vanguard
University. Timpanist and soloist with the Redlands Symphony
Orchestra, and as an extra with the LA Philharmonic Orchestra.
Formerly principal percussionist with Music Theater of Southern
California. He is an accomplished percussion educator, clinician,
and author. Performance experience includes: recording artist on
motion picture and television films, audio recordings, and freelance percussionist in ensembles throughout Southern California.
TED SUGATA, oboe: MM, Cleveland Institute; BM, Manhattan
School. Major teachers include John Mack and Joseph Robinson.
He is an active freelance musician having performed with the
Los Angeles Philharmonic, Pacific Symphony, San Diego Symphony, and Los Angeles Opera. He has participated in summer
festivals, including fellowships with the Tanglewood Music
Center, National Repertory Orchestra, and Music Academy of
the West. Mr. Sugata is currently completing a DMA degree in
oboe performance from USC under Joel Timm.
PASHA TSEITLIN, violin: As a classical concert performer, Pasha
is distinguished by his v irtuosity, intensity, and heartfelt sensitivity. Pasha has performed Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 with the
St. Petersburg Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, the Glazunov
Violin Concerto with the Ryazan Philharmonic, Szymanowski
Concerto with the USC Symphony, Prokofiev No. 1 and Berg
Concerto with the La Jolla Symphony and Paganini’s Perpetuo
Mobile with the San Diego Symphony.
AMANDA WALKER, clarinet: See bio under HS Wind Ensemble.
JOHN WALZ, Artist-in-Residence: A celebrated soloist and chamber music artis, he has appeared as soloist with more than150
symphony orchestras on four continents. His performances of
twenty-five different concertos include both standard showcases
and rarities. In 1979, he, along with pianist Edith Orloff, founded
the Pacific Trio. Now performing with violinist Roger Wilkie,
this renowned ensemble has played more than 900 concerts
throughout North America and Europe.He is currently the
principal cellist with the LA Opera.
ROGER WILKIE, violin: Concertmaster of the Long Beach
Symphony. He has appeared as soloist with the Santa Barbara
Chamber Orchestra, Long Beach Symphony, Carmel Bach Festival
Orchestra and the LA Chamber Orchestra. He has given numerous
solo recitals for the San Luis Obisbo Mozart Festival, LA County
Museum of Art/KUSC-FM broadcasts, Swiss National Radio,
and National Public Radio’s Performance Today. His chamber
performances include the Santa Fe, La Jolla, and Mainly Mozart
Music Festivals, and the Camerata Pacifica.
WOLFGANG WIPFLER, French horn: See bio under Symphony
Orcherstra.
CHRISTOPH WYNEKEN, violin/viola: Music studies in Berlin,
Detmold and Austin, Texas. His performing career includes recordings, solo concerts and chamber ensemble tours. The artistic
director of the State Youth Orchestra of Baden-Württemberg,
Landesjugendorchester Bad.-Württ. His work with the Landesjugendorchester was honored with the Bundesverdienstkreuz
(German Cross of Service), the European Music Award and the
STAMITZ medal. 1991-2007 he was a faculty member at the
conservatory in Freiburg. Guest professor at the TOHO Orchestra
Academy and the Musachino Conservatory in Tokyo,Japan.
www.christoph-wyneken.de & www.landesjugendorchester.de.
DAVID YOUNG, double bass: BM, Eastman School of Music; MM,
DMA, University of Southern California. Studies with Oscar Zimmerman, Peter Mercurio, and Dennis Trembly. Principal Double
Bass, Los Angeles Opera and Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra;
many other performing involvements. Faculty at the Colburn
School of Performing Arts, and the Leader of the String Family
Players string quintet with decades of experience producing and
narrating children’s concerts. Other summer teaching includes
the Golden Gate Bass Camp.
High School Festival Choir
JOSEPH MODICA, conductor: BM,Chapman University; MM,
CSU, Long Beach; DMA in Choral Music, USC. He is Assistant
Professor of Music at the University of Redlands and Director
of Music at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament in Hollywood.
He has taught at the University of South Carolina and Chapman
University, adjunct at Biola University Orange Coast College and
Cypress College. Dr. Modica taught high school choir for ten years
at Mater Dei High School, and Redlands East Valley High School.
HEATHER BISHOP, Choral Vocal Faculty: BM in Piano Performance, University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of
Music in Piano Performance, Choir director and Department
Chair of the Performing Arts at Clovis North High School, and
CUSD Elementary Music Resource Specialist. Heather was named
Teacher of the Year at Clovis West High School in 2003 and also
received a special District “Innovator Award.” Her choirs have
received top honors including performances at the Heritage
Festival of Gold and World Projects.
THOMAS CUFFARI, Pianist: BM,Chapman University; MM,
Manhattan School of Music. Currently on faculty at Western
Connecticut State University as Resident Music Director for
Theater Arts and Instructor in the Music Department. He has
taught at Concordia College (Bronxville, NY) and Medgar Evers
College (Brooklyn, NY). He is also a freelance theater music
director, cabaret pianist and orchestral pianist in the New York
Tri-State Area.
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BRIAN DEHN, Choral Vocal Faculty: Director of Choirs and Performing Arts Department Chair at JSerra Catholic High School
in San Juan Capistrano. He is also Director of Music Ministry at
St. Boniface Church overseeing the Parish Choir. He is also the
founder and Conductor of Meistersingers, a semi-professional
chorus who has concertized and recorded extensively. Mr. Dehn
also serves, recently completing his tenth year, on the faculty of
the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program.
PAUL CARMAN, saxophone: A veteran of the Frank Zappa
Band, Paul has led many of his own original jazz groups including Mother Tongue, E.S.P., Triorbits, Flying V, Fourbits, and the
Quarket. He has released 4 critically acclaimed CD’s recorded
and composed music for films. He has taught at USC, UC Irvine,
Cal State Fullerton, Saddleback College, and numerous high
schools around the country. Currently Assistant Director of Jazz
Studies and saxophone instructor at Idyllwild Arts Academy.
LISA EDWARDS, Pianist: is the pianist/music assistant for the Los
Angeles Master Chorale under the direction of Grant Gershon.
Her concert credits include performances with the Los Angeles
Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Los
Angeles Chamber Orchestra. On disc, Lisa can be heard on two
Nonesuch recordings of Steve Reich’s music, You Are Variations
and Daniel Variations.
LEE GAUSE, trombone: Thirty years as bass trombonist and
Leader of Navy Commodores jazz ensemble in Washington DC.
With Commodores toured extensively throughout U.S., Europe
and South America; performed at Newport and Montreaux jazz
festivals and numerous performances at the White House. Performed with many giants in entertainment; Frank Sinatra, Tony
Bennet, Natalie Cole and Dizzy Gillespie, Christian McBride and
Louis Bellson. Recorded numerous projects with Commodores,
Bill Potts, Frank Mantooth, Ashley Alexander, New York Voices
and Washington Winds.
RODGER GUERRERO, Choral Vocal Faculty: BA, Loyola Marymount University, MM, University of Miami, and has completed
all course work for a DMA in Choral Conducting from USC.
Choirs under his direction have performed at state, regional,
and national music conventions and have won many regional
and national choral competitions. In addition to directing high
school choirs for seventeen years and children’s choirs for five
years, Mr. Guerrero has conducted collegiate vocal ensembles at
Fresno State University, University of Miami and USC.
DESIRÉE LAVERTU, Choral Vocal Faculty: Director of Choral
Music at Occidental College in Los Angeles, a position she has
held since 2009. Previously, she was the director of the Glee Clubs
at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). Additionally,
she was on the voice faculties of Chapman University and the
summer graduate program at California State University, Los
Angeles. She is also a member of the choral-vocal faculty of the
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program Festival Choir.
OLGA PEREZ FLORA, Choral Vocal Faculty: Currently on the
voice faculty at Muskingum University where she also conducts
the Women’s Choir. She holds a Masters degree in Opera Theater
from Arizona State University and two Bachelor’s degrees in
Vocal Performance and Music Education from Northern Arizona
University. Dr. Perez earned her DMA in Vocal Performance at
The Ohio State University.
LORI MARIE RIOS, Assistant Conductor: Associate Professor at
College of the Canyons, Valencia where she is the music director
of the Chamber Singers and Voices of the Canyons Community
Chorus. Ensembles under her direction have sung all over the
United States including appearances at the American Choral
Directors Association Regional Convention in Las Vegas in
2004 and in 2007 were selected to appear at the ACDA National
Convention in Miami. She is also on faculty at CSU, LA Summer
Graduate Program.
SARA SHAKLIYAN, Pianist: MM in Choral Music, Bulgarian State
Conservatory; MM, DMA in Choral Conducting, University of
Southern California. In her fifth year at Harvard-Westlake School
as a staff accompanist and vocal/ instrumental collaborator. She
also leads the contemporary choir ensemble at the Church of the
Blessed Sacrament in Hollywood. She is a published composer
with Santa Barbara Music Publishing. Her Bulgarian folk song
Sednalo e Djore dos was premiered at the 2005 American Choral
Directors Association National Convention. She has accompanied
the Southern California Vocal Association High School Honor
Choir for the past several years.
Harp Workshop
ALLISON ALLPORT, harp: DMA in harp performance, USC.
Faculty at CSU Northridge. First place in the junior division of
the ASTA National Solo Competition and performed a solo recital
at the World Harp Congress in Prague. Allison has performed
with the LA Opera Orchestra, LA Chamber Orchestra, Pasadena
Symphony, New World Symphony and at Carnegie Hall with the
American Youth Symphony. Allison has recorded for numerous
films and soundtracks, most recently The Book Thief. Allison has
been featured several times with the band Weezer.
Jazz Workshop
JEFF TOWER, Chair: BA in Music Education, University of Northern
Iowa, MM in Trombone Performance, University of Redlands,
Honorary Doctorate, Pacific Western University. He has worked as
an adjudicator, clinician and guest conductor at music festivals,
conventions and camps all over the western US. He serves as an
Educational specialist and Trombone Artist for Conn/Selmer Corp.
He is currently still on the Board of Directors for the California
Alliance for Jazz and Sales Director and Agent for LMP Studios.
DAVID BEATTY, trombone: His performance credits include
music for motion pictures, television, commercials, theatrical
productions, CDs and a number of symphony orchestras. A
composer, arranger, and music copyist, he is also in demand
as an adjudicator and clinician for jazz clinics and festivals in
Southern California. His ensemble experience includes directing
Trombone Choir, Brass Choir, Jazz Combo, and Jazz Big Band. He
is currently teaching in the commercial music area and directing
the APU Jazz Ensemble.
SHAI GOLAN, saxophone: Currently residing in Southern California. Shai has performed with some of the best artist in the
world, including Ron Stout, John Daversa, Tom Kubis, Jeff Jarvis,
Gary Pratt, and many more. He also has experience teaching
saxophone, improvisation, composition, and arranging. Shai is
currently working on his Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Performance
at Cal State University Northridge and plans on pursuing a PhD
in Music Education.
MATT HARRIS, piano: BM, University of Miami, MM, Eastman
School of Music; based in Los Angeles; keyboardist, composer/
arranger; an active clinician, conductor and composer for high
schools, colleges, and professional bands around the world.
Recording debut as a leader on Voss Records; most recently accepted an appointment as co-director of Jazz Studies at California
State University, Northridge Additional information, pictures, big
band charts, CD’s, sound bytes, and contact information can be
found at Matt’s web site. mattharrismusic.com.
MARSHALL HAWKINS, bass: Born 1939 in Anacostia a community of Washington D.C. Performed with Shirley Horn,
Donny Hathaway, Miles Davis, Richie Cole, Roberta Flack and
many others. He founded the Jazz program at the Idyllwild Arts
Academy in 1986. He has been a Jazz Bass coach in the Idyllwild
Arts Summer program and was Co-founder of Jazz in the Pines
in 1994. He was recently voted in to the Hall of Fame of the
California Alliance of Jazz.
JEFF HELLMER, piano: Director of Jazz Studies and University
Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University of Texas at
Austin. He has performed and taught jazz in Taiwan, Russia,
Denmark, Italy, and Switzerland, as well as throughout the United
States. He has led the UT Jazz Orchestra in performances and
recordings with many of jazz’s great names, including Kenny
Garrett, Michael Brecker, and John Clayton.
TOM HYNES, guitar: Educator, guitarist and composer, Tom
serves on the faculties of Idyllwild Arts, Azusa Pacific University,
Orange County High School of the Arts (OCSA), St. Catherine’s
Academy, and the Northwoods Jazz Camp. Credits include Hubert
Laws, Liza Minelli, and Kim Richmond Concert Jazz Orchestra,
and films. Jazz recordings include The Sun Shop and Tom Hynes
and Marshall Hawkins: Live at the Fret House. His interactive
instructional method The Developing Jazz Guitarist is available
from acmuzik.com
JEFF JARVIS, trumpet; Director of Jazz Studies at the Bob Cole
Conservatory at CSU, Long Beach and is an owner of Kendor Music,
Inc. A Yamaha trumpet artist, studio musician, solo performer,
honors jazz band conductor, and clinician. Jeff is frequently
commissioned to compose music for school, military and professional musical groups. He has co-authored The Jazz Educators
Handbook, a jazz piano book with Matt Harris entitled The Chord
Voicing Handbook, and with Mike Carubia, Effective Etudes For Jazz.
MATT JOHNSON, drums: Best known for his jazz stylings,
Johnson is equally versed in all forms of pop drumming and
has performed with a range of entertainers from singers Julie
Andrews and Andy Williams to Surf-rock pioneers Jan and Dean
to big band legends Billy May and Les Brown. Since 1993, Matt
has worked to inspire young drummers as part of the music
faculty of Fullerton and is an artist/clinician for Mapex Drums,
Paiste Cymbals and Aquarian Drumheads.
JIM LINAHON, trumpet: He created more than 300 recording
projects for film, television, radio, musical theater and CD/
DVD’s for a wide diversity of artists, studios and agencies. Jim
has served as a United States Jazz Ambassador for the U.S. State
Department and his most recent projects include the first jazz
recording in China for the Taipei Jazz Orchestra, a new CD Sherry
Williams & The Erfurt Jazz Band and music for the film In the Land
of Blood and Honey.
ROB LOCKART, saxophone: BM, MM from Eastman School. As
a jazz artist he is a featured sideman with Steve Houghton, Bob
Sheppard, Bill Cunliffe, Matt Harris, and Mitch Watkins for Enja
records. In TV and film Rob has worked on Star Trek, Jag, Party
of Five, Fish Police and many films including the jazz score of
Dillinger with Charlie Haden. He has taught for over 20 years in
New York, New Orleans, Austin and Los Angeles.
JOHN MATTESON, piano: Composed and performed in original
progressive rock and jazz fusion ensembles that let him share
the stage with Eric Johnson, Hiroshima, Spyro Gyra and Sweet.
Performed with the Four Freshman, Si Zetner, Don Menza and
Bill Trujillo as part of the CSN Jazz Ensemble. Performed with
Buddy Greco as part of the UNLV Jazz Ensemble. Holds the
longest running weekly jazz gig of 11 years with his trio in Las
Vegas with musicians such as Richie Cole, Robert Conti, Greg
Fishman, and many local jazz players.
GENE NAKANISHI, trumpet: Bachelor’s degree at Berklee School
of Music. His graduate studies were at New England Conservatory
and Harvard University. He received his Masters in Computer
Science from South Eastern University where he wrote one of
the first computer programs to teach children how to improvise
in the jazz idiom. After 15 years with the Clark County School
District he resigned and was enshrined to the Educators Hall Of
Fame at the School districts Headquarters.
DAN RADLAUER, rhythm: Composer for reality TV hits Ochocinco: The Ultimate Catch, The Surreal Life, Flavor of Love, Ruby,
Outback Jack as well as Set for Life on ABC and Same Name on
CBS as well as TV and radio commercials. Feature films include
We’re Not Broke and Mummy III. Dan has played bass, keyboards
and guitar on thousands of recording sessions. As a teacher,
he specializes in composition, orchestration and young Jazz
performing groups. UC, Riverside.
CHARLIE RICHARD, saxophone: He has performed with The
Los Angeles Philharmonic, Lou Rawls, The Temptations, Orion
Saxophone Quartet, Mark Masters Jazz Composers Orchestra and
Hip Pocket. Charlie is currently a Professor of Music at Riverside
City College. He has received the Downbeat Magazine award
for Best Extended Original Jazz Composition and his CD The
Hawk’s Out, by the Hawk-Richard Jazz Orchestra, was selected
by New York’s Cadence Magazine as its Outstanding Big Band
Recording of the Year.
BART SAMOLIS, bass: A successful session and touring artist
having performed and recorded with various jazz and contemporary acts including Peter Gabriel, Arturo Sandoval, Free
Flight, Rod Stewart, Eric Marienthal, Michael Bolton, and many
others. In the studio, his movie credits include Jack Reacher,
Hop, Contagion, Battle: LA, Dream Girls, Marmaduke, Alvin and the
Chipmunks, X-Men, and many others. A well rounded composer,
Bart is currently writing music for film and TV and producing
music from his studio in LA.
FABIO SPINELLA, trumpet: BM in MUED,USC, Masters in Conducting at SOU; Fabio has toured the US and the UK and has
performed alongside some of the most credited artists, jazz
legends, and gospel musicians. Fabio freelances around LA, and
is an adjudicator for field tournaments, jazz and wind ensemble
festivals. He has teaching experience as the Director of Bands
and Department Chair for the VPA at Workman HS, and also at
Azusa Pacific University and Citrus College.
DAN ST. MARSEILLE, saxophone: MM,CSU, Fullerton; A professional musician and educator, and the Coordinator of Jazz Studies
at the Orange County School of the Arts. He has performed as a
soloist and alongside many renowned musicians. Dan’s recordings are heard internationally on jazz radio. In addition to local
and national tours, Dan has performed in Europe, Canada and
many jazz festivals. In April of 1999, he was inducted into the
Saddleback Valley School Districts Hall Of Fame for excellence
in performance.
RON STOUT, trumpet.
Piano Performance
PARVATI MANI has performed in the United States, Thailand,
Japan, and Germany, and broadcast on Hawaii Public Radio.
Parvati was a Lecturer in Piano at the College of Music, Mahidol
University in Thailand from 2010-2014. Parvati received her BM
from the Eastman School of Music (Thomas Schumacher) and her
MM from the San Francisco Conservatory (Yoshikazu Nagai). She
also attended the Aspen Music Festival, Eastern Music Festival,
and Beijing International Music Festival and Academy.
JEANETTE LOUISE YARYAN: both a talented soloist and a
gifted collaborator of many musical genres, has taught at Idyllwild Arts Academy and Summer Program since Fall, 2011. Dr.
Yaryan has taught at USC, Cypress College, El Camino College,
and California Academy of Math and Science High School. She
holds a DMA from the University of Southern California, two MM
degrees from The Cleveland Institute of Music, and a BM from
Youngstown State University.
Song and Dance
DAVID O, Chair: is a long-standing, critically-acclaimed musictheatre artist based in Los Angeles. He is the recipient of numerous
awards for his work as a Musical Director and Composer in the
LA theatre scene, including the 2013 LA Drama Critics Circle Joel
Hirschhorn Award for Excellence in Musical Theatre. David is a
co-creator of Voices Within, an educational outreach of the Los
Angeles Master Chorale. More info at www.davidomusic.com.
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BRENT CRAYON, accompanist: has had the privilege to collaborate with notable directors such as Stephen Schwartz, Daisy
Prince, Richard Maltby, Jr., Scott Schwartz, Chen Shi-Zheng,
Jon Rivera, Kay Cole, and Ed Harris. An accomplished and
multi-faceted musician, Brent has been a featured performer
in ensembles throughout Southern California, including Santa
Monica Symphony Orchestra, The Long Beach Symphony Orchestra, and the Ventura Chamber Orchestra.
ADRIENNE CARTER is an actor, writer, producer and teacher.
She co-authored the novel, FAB, published by Doubleday and
wrote on the TV shows Eve, Las Vegas, Everybody Hates Chris,
and Brothers. Adrienne has taught Acting at Prairie View A&M
University. She holds a BA in Spanish from Yale College and an
MFA in Acting from the Yale School of Drama. This is her fourth
summer at Idyllwild.
LAUREN KRUKOWSKI: BFA 2010, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Inspired by the humor and beauty of everyday
life, she paints between the boundaries of representation and
abstraction, creating scenes that seem familiar, but leave many
questions unanswered. Krukowski lives and works in Brooklyn,
New York. This is her 5th summer teaching at Idyllwild Arts
Summer Program.
LISA EDWARDS, accompanist: She is the pianist/music assistant
for the Los Angeles Master Chorale under the direction of Grant
Gershon. Her concert credits include performances with the Los
Angeles Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Master Chorale and the
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. On disc, Lisa can be heard on
two Nonesuch recordings of Steve Reich’s music,You Are Variations and Daniel Variations.
RACHEL WELCH: See bio under Art Exploration, this page.
J. BARRETT COOPER, Director: Chair of the Theatre Department
at the Idyllwild Arts Academy. Producing Artistic Director of
Savage Rose Classical Theatre Company, and Curator of Historic
Interpretations at Frazier History Museum in Louisville, KY. He
is a freelance director, fight director and actor. Credits: Actors
Theatre of Louisville, Savage Rose, Alabama Shakespeare Festival,
Pioneer Playhouse, Wayside Theatre, Kentucky Opera, Kentucky
Shakespeare Festival, Dallas Shakespeare, Taught seminars in
Shakespeare and Stage Combat at Hanover University, Wheaton College, Indiana University Southeast. MFA, University of
Alabama/Alabama Shakespeare Festival, MFA/PAT program.
BFA, Southern Methodist University.
Fashion Design
CEASARE ORLANDO, tap instructor: see bio on page 40.
WENDY KNUDSEN PYLKO, vocal coach: teaches private singing
lessons and has been a teaching artist for the LA Opera Education
& Community Services Department. She was Choral Director
and director of musicals at Flintridge Preparatory School. She
has performed in opera and musical theater, and been soloist
on various recordings for TV and film, including Warner Brothers’ Animaniacs & the Stephen Spielberg documentary The Last
Days. She loves teaching Song and Dance, which she has done
since the summer of 2000.
LESLIE STEVENS, dance: danced as a soloist with Hubbard
Street Dance Chicago for five seasons and the Dayton Ballet
two seasons. She‘s performed on Broadway in La Cage Aux Folles,
Victor/Victoria (with Julie Andrews), and acted in the Lincoln
Center production of Twelve Dreams. Leslie has danced, acted
and sung her way through 25 years of theatre productions and
has appeared in 15 operas with LA Opera. Now a working TV/film
actress and choreographer. www.lesliestevens.net
MELISSA TREINKMAN WEITENBERNER, vocal coach: In 2013
Melissa made her solo main stage debut in LA Opera’s production
of Carmen (Vendor). Most recently she was a featured singer in
The Ghost of Versailles with the LA Opera. A frequent performer
with LA Opera’s Outreach Program, and has sung with the Utah
Opera, Sarasota Opera, Opera North, Cedar Rapids Opera Theater
and Chicago Opera Theater. Melissa holds a BM from Northwestern University and a MM from DePaul University. More info at
www.VoiceByMelissa.com.
Songwriting
RYAN ZWAHLEN, Chair: Chair of the Music Department at the
Idyllwild Arts Academy. As an oboist he has performed with the
Los Angeles Philharmonic and San Diego Symphony. He has
conducted contemporary operas throughout Los Angeles on
projects with USC and The Getty. Zwahlen has presented lectures
and seminars as part of residencies at ULCA, USC, CSULB, CSU
Bakersfield, and CSU Fresno. In 2011 he founded the Songwriting
Program at the Idyllwild Arts Academy.
KASAAN HAMMON attended Northwestern University and
CalArts. She has been a featured artist in clubs in Los Angeles
and New York and had several of her songs debuted on Top 40
radio stations. As owner of Trigger Management, Kasaan has
had the opportunity to observe, coach, and be a part of the
writing and producing process. She produces and publishes
her own catalog and work under the name Rigsi Productions.
Currently Executive Director of the Association of Independent
Music Publishers (AIMP).
KRISTINA PRADD: BA in Professional Music from Berklee College of Music. She continued her studies at USC completing
an MA in Jazz Studies, where she received the prestigious Ella
Fitzgerald Scholarship Award for her outstanding vocal abilities.
At Idyllwild Arts Academy, Pradd teaches Jazz Vocal Ensemble,
Songwriting, Performance Techniques and private voice lessons.
Kristina is a Jazz Vocalist, Private Music Teacher, Songwriter and
Recording Artist.
DON REED is a guitarist and multi-instrumentalist (electric,
acoustic, slide, mandolin, dobro, lap steel, bass, and uke), Reed
can be heard on several CDs recorded with the freeradicals,
Dennis Roger Reed, Charlene Johnson, Roger Dutton, Keith
McCabe, Bill Saitta, Jeff Olson, Jac Jacaruso, Jamie Olson, and
Psycadelicatesin. Critics have raved about Reed,“…fiery, compelling guitar work…” Mike Bohem-LA Times; “…tuneful, rich tones
from Don’s guitar give the work presence and distinction…” Jim
Washburn-LA Times, OC Weekly Magazine.
THEATRE
KARINA BECKER has been the technical instructor for Acting
for the Camera since 2007. She has a Bachelor of Science in
Communication from the University of Nebraska at Omaha,
and began her career in broadcasting and video production.
In addition to editing, she currently works as a foley artist and
sound designer in Los Angeles.
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ALEC VOLZ, Scene Analysis and Improvisation Instructor:
See bio under Theatre Intensive.
Summer Theatre Intensive
ALEC VOLZ: Director, Monologue and Improvisation Instructor:
in his 14th season with Walden Theatre in Louisville, KY where
he teaches improv, acting and technical theatre courses. Alec
is co-founder and member of The Louisville Improvisors. He is a
Talking Books narrator for The American Printing House For the
Blind and is a commercial voice/over actor. Alec is co-author and
director of psychobabblish and Sonny’s House Of Spies published
by Playscripts. Waldentheatre.com and louisvilleimprov.com
DIANA GRISANTI is a Playwright in Residence at Theatre [502]
in Louisville, KY, and an Al Smith Fellow through the Kentucky
Arts Council. Her plays have been produced or developed at
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte, the Lark (NYC), the Phoenix Theatre
(Indianapolis), Borderlands (Tucson), the Alliance (Atlanta), and
more. She is currently under commission at Actors Theatre of Louisville, and co-curates the serialized play Ludlow Quinn Presents
with Theatre [502]. MFA: Michener Center for Writers, UT Austin.
STEVE MOULDS’ plays have been produced by Actors Theatre
of Louisville, The Hypocrites (Chicago), the Source Festival
(Washington, D.C.), and the Illusion Theater (Minneapolis). He has
been a Playwrights’ Center Jerome Fellow, an NNPN Playwright
in Residence at Curious Theatre Company, and an Al Smith
Fellow through the Kentucky Arts Council. An MFA graduate of
the Michener Center at the University of Texas at Austin, Steve
is a Playwright in Residence at Theatre [502].
VISUAL ARTS
Art Exploration
RACHEL WELCH: graduated from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo,
receiving a degree in Art and Design with a concentration in
Studio Arts. She spent a year at the Accademia Di Belle Arte in
Florence, Italy, studying sculpture and drawing. She received
the title of Artist of the Year for the Art Alliance of Idyllwild in
2009. She teaches painting and drawing at Idyllwild Arts. Her
artwork has been shown throughout California as well as in Italy.
Ceramics Workshop
DAVID DELGADO is an artist and educator living and working
in Berkeley, California. Originally from Southern California, David
moved to Oakland to study Sculpture at the California College of
the Arts, where he received a BFA in Sculpture in 2011. This will be
David’s 10th year working for the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program.
JOHN BROSIO, chair: BFA 1991, University of California, Davis.
Further studies at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena
as well as the George Lucas Industrial Light and Magic facility in
California. Brosio has exhibited his paintings nationally in both
solo and group shows and a full resume can be seen at his site:
www.johnbrosio.com. He presently teaches at the Laguna College of Art and Design in California.
JENNIFER KAUFMANN BAKALAR: BFA, 2009 SUNY Purchase
College. Bakalar has exhibited her work in painting, sculpture
and performance in such venues as the Clemente Soto Velez
Cultural Center in New York City, the Nueberger Museum of Art
in Purchase, NY, and the International Dance Academy in Los
Angeles, CA. Bakalar has spent extensive time abroad in Europe
and Central America as well as worked for both independent
artists and the commercial design company LIV Design.
MICHAEL HARNISH received his MFA from the Laguna College
of Art & Design located in Southern California. After subsequently
studying painting in Paris, Harnish pursued works of visual memoir with use of people and places from his own life. He currently
teaches at California State University, Long Beach.
GERARD DISLAIRE: A graduate of the Studio Berçot in Paris,
France. Gerard designed for Chantal Thomass in Paris, creating
apparel and accessories, sourcing exclusive fabrics, and styling
fashion shows. In Brussels and New York, he was responsible
for the creation and marketing of denim fabrics and innovative
wash treatments. Gerard worked at Juicy Couture in Los Angeles,
as VP of Design Operations, leading various creative teams, and
establishing internal processes related to design. He currently
teaches fashion design at Woodbury University in Burbank, CA.
idyllwildfashion.wordpress.com
KAROLYN KIISEL has been teaching college level fashion design
and construction for over 20 years. Her fashion designs have been
sold internationally and her costume work seen widely on stage
and screen. Her first book, Draping, The Complete Course, was
published in 2013 by Laurence King Inc, London.
Jewelry Workshop
VALENTINA VIOLET MOEUR: BFA in Metal Arts from California
State University Long Beach. She is the treasurer of the CSULB
Metal Arts Guild and a member of the Metal Arts Society of
Southern California. She is currently working on her own jewelry
designs in her studio in Los Angeles. Her work incorporates
enameling techniques, etched surfaces and the use of rare or
unusual stones. valentinavioletdesigns.com
Digital Photography
TRACEY LANDWORTH has a master’s degree in photography
from Pratt Institute and 30+ years as a professional photographer.
Photographing Architecture/interiors, food, events and a cornucopia of other subjects. Along with commercial work, Tracey has
been developing a body of fine art photography. For the past
12 years she has been inspiring students of all ages, beginners
to advance photographers explore & expand their knowledge
of photography at Creative Photography Workshops in LA.
SANTINO ZAFARANA: BFA, St. John University; MFA in Photography, Pratt Institute. He has been a Commercial, Fine Art
photographer and an inspiring educator for over 35 years. An
early digital camera pioneer, he teaches an intensive photography program at creativephotoworkshops.com, a photography
school in Los Angeles started by he & his wife. His latest book,
Dreams, Fantasies and Illusions, is a look into the human psyche
through the art of photography. His work has been exhibited
both in New York and California.
Photography 101
SHAUNNA FREIMOTH LEHR, See bio under Visual Arts, pg. 40.
WRITING
Fiction Workshop
SAMANTHA DUNN, Session II: is the author of Failing Paris,
a finalist for the PEN West Fiction Award, and the bestselling
memoir, Not By Accident: Reconstructing a Careless Life, as well
as Faith in Carlos Gomez: A Memoir of Salsa, Sex and Salvation.
Her work is anthologized in a number of places, including the
short story anthology, Women on the Edge: Writing from Los
Angeles, which Dunn co-edited. A winner of the Maggie Award
for Best Personal Essay in a Consumer Publication, she is a widely
published journalist regularly featured in O the Oprah Magazine,
the Los Angeles Times, and Ms., among others. A member of the
Writers’ Guild, Samantha teaches in the UCLA Extension Writers Program and is program advisor for The Mark at PEN USA.
KIM HENDERSON, Sessions I & III: MFA, University of Montana.
Currently the Creative Writing Department Chair for Idyllwild Arts
Academy, she previously taught at the University of Montana
and at the middle school level in New Mexico. Her chapbook of
short stories, The Kind of Girl, won the Rose Metal Press Chapbook
Contest and was published in 2013. Her stories have appeared
in Tin House, River Styx, Cutbank, H_NGM_N, and elsewhere.
Indutrial Poetry Workshop
BRENDAN CONSTANTINE is a poet based in Hollywood. His
work has appeared in FIELD, Ploughshares, Rattle, ZYZZYVA, the
Los Angeles Review and other journals. His most recent books
are Birthday Girl With Possum (2011 Write Bloody Publishing)
and Calamity Joe (2012 Red Hen Press). He teaches poetry at
the Windward School and is an adjunct professor at Antioch
University Los Angeles. He also conducts workshops for hospitals,
foster homes, and with the Alzhheimer’s Poetry Project.
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GENERAL
INFORMATION
QUESTIONS?
Idyllwild Campus
ph: (951) 659-2171 ext. 2365
fax: (951) 659-4552
email: summer@idyllwildarts.org
Summer Registrar, Idyllwild Arts
P.O. Box 38, Idyllwild, CA 92549-0038
Los Angeles Office
ph: 213-622-0355 • fax: 213-622-6185
email: idyllartla@aol.com
Location
The campus is located at 5000’ elevation in the
Strawberry Valley on the western slopes of the San
Jacinto Mountains. The 205-acre campus is a naturally beautiful setting with clean air, alpine forests,
mountains, meadows and Strawberry Creek. This
tranquil site, remote from urban distractions, affords
the student a unique learning environment.
Transportation
Idyllwild is 21/2 hours from Los Angeles and San Diego by car. A map explaining how to get to Idyllwild
can be found on the inside back cover and will be
included in your enrollment packet.
For those students arriving from long distances,
transportation is available from the Palm Springs and
Ontario airports at $150 each way. It is required that
students make prior arrangements with the school at
least two weeks before arriving on campus regarding
their arrival and departure dates and times.
Mail
Mail received via the United States Postal Service
should be addressed:
Student’s name and Art Center
(Youth, Junior, Children’s Center)
P.O. Box 1682
Idyllwild, CA 92549
Students receiving packages via United Parcel
Service or Federal Express should use the following
street address:
Student’s name and Art Center
(Youth, Junior, Children’s Center)
52500 Temecula Rd.
Idyllwild, CA 92549
Activities
The Campus has a 25 meter swimming pool open
to registered students. Hiking, mountain climbing,
field sports, nature walks, recitals, art demonstrations,
lectures, gallery openings and films are all part of the
activities program.
Facilities and Services
The campus features large modern dormitories,
residence halls, dining hall and a snack bar. Services
include health services, bookstore and laundry facilities.
Health Services: Health care services consist of first
aid rendered by resident nurses. The nearest hospital
is located in Hemet, 25 miles away. Medical clinics,
a pharmacy and fire department paramedics are
located in Idyllwild. Referral to these services is made
as needed. The nurses have telephone contact with
an Idyllwild physician for consultation purposes.
Special health problems of each participant need
Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy
The Idyllwild Arts Summer Program, a nonprofit educational program of the Idyllwild
Arts Foundation, does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, sex, religion, or national
and ethnic origin in the administration of its
educational programs, admissions policies,
employment practices or financial aid
procedures.
to be known by the nurse on duty in order that appropriate care can be rendered.
Any medical expenses incurred by students enrolled
in the Summer Program are the sole responsibility
of the student.
Studios: The art studios include numerous indoor
and outdoor facilities and a state of the art kiln
complex.
Performance Venues: Performance halls include the
IAF Theatre, Stephens Recital Hall, Holmes Amphitheatre, JP Theatre among others.
The Krone Library houses resource areas, computer
rooms, a museum and classrooms.
There are dedicated dance studios, rehearsal halls,
a film studio and practice rooms located thoughout
the campus.
Parks Exhibition Cntr/Eymann Sculpture Garden:
The Parks Exhibition Center at Idyllwild Arts presents
major shows of resident faculty artists. Openings are
held every Monday night at 8 p.m. during the eight
weeks of the Summer Program. Excellent work is
displayed for sale including first edition prints by
Native American artists, pottery, painting, prints by
other artists, and much more! Call (951) 659-2171
ext. 2251 for information.
Bookstore: The campus bookstore offers limited
sundries, all class supplies, books from recommended
reading lists and other outstanding literature. Idyllwild Arts sweatshirts and T-shirts are available as well
as pencils, postcards, and miscellaneous supplies.
Laundry: Laundry service is available on campus
for residential students by use of the campus coinoperated laundromats. Washers cost $1.25 per load
& dryers cost $1 per load.
Check Cashing Policy/Cashiers Office
A safeguarded cash deposit system is available on
campus for teenagers and children. They should
bring cash only for spending money; upon arrival,
students may deposit money in the bank from which
they may withdraw small amounts daily. Only small
bills should be deposited since we are unable to
make change from large bills or checks.
The campus cashier will cash personal and travelers checks up to $20. The Idyllwild branch of BBVA
Compass Bank will cash traveler’s checks, cashier’s
checks, and money orders.
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Campus Bookstore
Summer 2015
GENERAL INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT POLICIES
Standards of Behavior
Please read carefully: Fostering respect for individuals, for the arts, and for education is the foundation
upon which expectations of student behavior are
based. Because most students are responsible
and focused in their artistic pursuits, the Summer
Program does not emphasize rules at the expense
of learning and creativity. At check-in, students are
asked to sign a Student Contract outlining basic
rules of behavior. A few policies pertaining to safe
and cooperative communal living, and adherence
to State and Federal laws are enforced rigorously.
Idyllwild Village
1) Smoking is prohibited for all Youth, Junior Artists
and Children’s Center students. Students found
smoking or in possession of cigarettes or other
tobacco products will be expelled with no refund
of fees.
2) Minor students—under the age of 21—found
in possession of alcohol, and any student found in
possession of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
will be expelled with no refund of fees.
Krone Library
WHAT TO BRING
Please refer to this Catalog for additional items
required for specific courses.
You may receive a letter requesting additional items
for some classes.
After registering, students receive a packet of information including a list of items to bring with them.
The Children’s, Junior Artist’s and Youth Center list
is reproduced here. Please mark all items clearly.
Bedding and Towels
Sheets for twin size bed or a sleeping bag
Blankets
Pillow and pillow case
Towels and wash cloths
Pool towel
3) Vandalism against and theft of property and possessions of the school or other students will not be
tolerated and will result in immediate expulsion with
no refund of fees.
4) Acts of violence, real or threatened; harassment or
intimidation of any member of the school community
will not be tolerated and may result in expulsion with
no refund of fees.
5) Youth, Junior Artists and Children’s Center students
may not leave the campus without written parental
permission and the consent of the Dean of Students.
Students found off campus are subject to expulsion
with no refund of fees or other disciplinary measures.
6) Appropriate behavior and dress are expected
at all times.
7) Pets are not allowed on campus. There are no
exceptions to this rule.
Personal Toiletries
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Soap and shampoo
Deodorant
Cosmetics
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
8) Students are expected to attend every class meeting or rehearsal. If a student is unable or unwilling
to participate fully in the program, he/she may be
asked to leave the program with no refund of fees.
Clothing
Sleeping attire, robe and slippers
Shorts, light shirts, tee shirts
Lightweight long pants
Lightweight jacket, sweater or sweatshirt
Swimsuit
Tennis shoes, boots or other sturdy shoes
Socks
Undergarments
Registration and Check-In
Registration begins at 1 p.m. at Bowman Arts Center on
Sundays. Students whose classes begin on Mondays
should arrive between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on the Sunday before classes begin for final class registration,
check-in and housing assignment.
Miscellaneous
Flashlight
Laundry bag, detergent, quarters for washer
and dryer
Coat hangers
Small electric fan (Highly recommended)
Spending money (Optional, for
snack bar and bookstore.)
Cell phone (Youth Center students only)
Calling Cards
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The first meal for boarding students is Sunday
evening.
There are no provisions for those arriving before or
after specified registration hours. Orientation for all
students is at 7 p.m., Sunday.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Registration and Fee Payment
Applications must be accompanied by the completed registration form, the $25 application fee,
and a non-refundable $500 deposit for each course
chosen to ensure class placement. The $500 deposit
is applied toward tuition. Please see Scholarship
Application Procedure on page 47 for registration
information regarding scholarship applicants.
You may also register by phone using your
VISA, American Express, Discover or MasterCard:
951-659-2171 x2365
The balance of all tuition, room and board fees will
be due in full at least 30 days before class begins. A
late registration fee of $50 will be added to all accounts which are past due. Please make every effort
to register as early as possible so you will receive
your registration packet in time to complete and
return any necessary forms. For late registrants, class
placement cannot be guaranteed until payment in
full is received by Idyllwild Arts.
If you are applying for a scholarship, it is essential
to register early. (Please see Scholarship Application
Procedure for details.)
Enrollment is automatically confirmed upon full payment of fees. Your cancelled check is your receipt.
VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover
cards are also accepted. Upon receipt of the registration form and fee, a packet of registration materials
will be forwarded to you.
REFUNDS
The Summer Program’s planning, hiring, purchasing
and related expenses are directly determined by the
number of enrollments received in the early spring.
Therefore, no refunds are made for early withdrawals,
student cancellations or no-shows (regardless of accident, illness, or change of plans) except as follows.
1) All fees, minus the $25 application fee are completely refundable up to 90 days before a class is
scheduled to begin.
2) If a student withdraws more than 30 days prior
to a scheduled class, all minus the $25 application
fee and $500 deposit will be refunded upon written
request. No refunds of any kind will be made less
than 30 days before a class is scheduled to begin.
3) If Idyllwild Arts cancels a class, all fees are refundable in full.
4) If your attendance at Idyllwild Arts is dependent
upon receiving financial aid, and we are unable to
grant your request, all fees minus the $25 application
fee will be refunded.
Idyllwild Arts is not able to apply non-refundable
payments to a future summer program.
Wi-Fi is available on campus.
Please mark all items clearly.
Campus Trail
There are no exceptions to this policy
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DISCOUNTS AND CREDITS
SCHOLARSHIPS
Idyllwild Arts offers students the following options to
reduce the cost of attending the Summer Program.
They are applied to the total cost of a program:
tuition, housing, meals, lab fees, and transportation.
The mission of the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program
includes a commitment to provide financial aid,
where needed, for talented young artists from diverse
backgrounds. Because we are a private non-profit
educational institution, scholarships are awarded
from funds donated specifically for that purpose. All
awards are based on the following criteria:
Early Payment Discount: 10% off the total cost
of a program if payment in full is received by
March 15, 2015. 5% off the total cost of a program
if payment in full is received by April 15, 2015.
1) Any changes or additions to enrollment made
after the Early Payment deadline are subject to the
full price.
2) Students choosing the Early Payment option
are not eligible for scholarships.
Family Discount: Two or more members of the
same immediate family qualify for a reduction of
$50 per person per week.
1) Family members are not required to attend at
the same time.
2) Not available to students choosing the Teacher
Discount.
3) Not available to weekend registrants.
4) Students are also eligible to apply for scholarships.
Teacher Discount: Three or more students from
the same teacher qualify for a reduction of $50
per person per week.
1) Students are not required to attend at the same
time.
2) Not available to students choosing the Family
Discount.
3) Not available to weekend registrants.
4) Students are also eligible to apply for scholarships.
Bring a Friend: Receive credit of $50 per new
student—one who has not attended the Summer
Program previously—you bring to the Summer
Program, up to half the total cost of your stay at
Idyllwild Arts.
1) A new student can be claimed by only one returning student.
2) Does not apply to immediate family members
of returning students. (See Family Discount)
3) Both new and returning students are eligible to
apply for scholarships.
Four-Week Music Discount: Students who are accepted and enroll in two consecutive programs,
e.g., Symphony Orchestra/Chamberfest or Wind
Ensemble/Chamberfest are eligible to receive a 25%
discount for the full cost of tuition, meals and housing.
In effect, students pay for three weeks and receive
the fourth week free. Honor groups participants
may apply the Honor Group scholarship of $1200
to each program.
1) Financial need of the student
2) Talent of the student in a specific arts area
3) Need of the program to strengthen a particular
ensemble or production
IDYLLWILD ARTS
FOUNDATION
The IAF is a non-profit corporation, founded (in
1946 as a summer center in the arts) on the premise that the arts provide a common language
and that participation in the arts can not only
enrich lives but can change lives.
The Foundation now operates two programs:
the Summer Program – in its 66th year of providing classes in the arts for all ages and abilities,
and the Arts Academy – an independent boarding high school established in 1986 for students
talented in the arts.
Although the majority of donated funds may be
used to help any qualifying student, some funds
are restricted to the following groups:
Summer Program
• Eight-week season
Gifted and Talented. Students 8–18 years of age
who are identified as Gifted/Talented or who are
enrolled in a Gifted/Talented program are eligible
to apply for these endowed funds.
• Over 100 hands-on workshops in creative
writing, dance, music, theatre, visual arts, Native American arts
Native American. Students 9–18 years of age and of
Native American ancestry may apply for these funds
donated by an anonymous foundation.
• Adult Theme Weeks: Hot Clay, Metals Week,
Native American Arts Festival, Writers Week
Female High School Students from Riverside and
San Bernardino Counties. Very limited funding
available.
Music: Regional/State/National Honor Groups.
Students who participate in regional, state and
national honor groups qualify for an automatic
$1200 scholarship. Additional financial aid based
on financial need is available.
• 1800 students ages 5 to adult
• Family Camp
• Professional artist-teachers
• We strive to provide more than $450,000
in financial aid during the Summer Program,
to ensure that children and youth from lowincome families had access to arts education.
We awarded over $468,000 in scholarships to
deserving children and youth so that they had
the opportunity to attend workshops of their
choice during the 2014 Summer Program.
Size of Award
In general, the maximum award that may be granted
is half the cost of tuition, room and board for one
Children’s Center, Junior Artist or Youth two-week
course. In rare circumstances, a larger award may
be granted to students with exceptional financial
need. Idyllwild Arts does not offer financial aid for
adult programs.
Academy
• Co-educational, 308 students (54% international), grades 9–12 & postgraduate
Scholarship Application Procedure
1) Apply for admission to the Summer Program by
completing the enclosed registration form and sending it with the $25 application fee and $225 deposit
for each course to:
• Students selected by audition or portfolio
evaluation
Idyllwild Arts Summer Registrar
P.O. Box 38
Idyllwild, CA 92549
2) Check the “Scholarship” box on the registration
form. Scholarship information will be mailed to you,
3) Complete and return the required information as
quickly as possible. Beginning in March, awards are
made on a first come, first served basis. Applications
will not be considered until all required information
has been received by the school.
Notification of awards is made by mail or telephone.
Please note: If your attendance at the Summer Program is dependent upon receiving a scholarship and
we are unable to grant your request, your $225 deposit
will be refunded.
• Pre-professional training in creative writing,
dance, filmmaking, interdisciplinary arts, music, theatre & visual arts (Majors: Music, Theatre, Dance, Moving Pictures, Creative Writing,
Visual Art, InterArts)
• Comprehensive college preparatory academic curriculum
• Academy graduates are sought by the finest colleges, conservatories and universities in
the country
• On average, more than half of our IAA students have access to an exceptional arts and
academic education because of financial aid.
For the 2014-2015 Academy school year of 308
students, we awarded nearly $6.17 million in
scholarships to 61% of our student body!
We welcome your support
Our Summer and Academy programs (and
financial aid awards for eligible students) are
made possible with the help of gifts from
friends like you.
To make a gift, or for further
information regarding gifts, contact:
Idyllwild Arts Foundation
Advancement Office
P.O. Box 38, Idyllwild, CA 92549-0038
951-659-2171 ext. 2330
advancement@idyllwildarts.org
www.idyllwildarts.org
Summer 2015
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LOCATION MAP
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The campus is located at the end of Tollgate Road, just beyond a bridge. Once on campus, turn right at the crosswalk
(Cahuilla Dr.) and proceed uphill to Bowman Arts Center
for registration.
Escondido
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35. Bowman Arts Center
59. Campus Security Office
11. Chemistry Lab
4. Childrens’ Center
47. Dance Offices
23. Old Dining Hall
48. Dorm 1
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39. Dorm 3
38. Dorm 4
67. Eagles Nest Classroom
6. Elf Shelf
22b. Escherich Humanities Ctr.
25. Eymann Sculpture Garden
1. Film Lot
46. Fisher Dance Studio
3. Fitzgerald Jr. Players Theatre
1b. Fugl Studio
63. Hawkins Classroom
54b. Health Center
7. Old Health Center
30. Hicks Studio
8. Holmes Amphitheatre
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IAF Theatre
Krone House
(Academy Admission,
Marketing)
12. Krone Library
40. Lewitzky Dance Studio
45. Lowman Concert Hall
43.Lupine
53. MacNeal Hall
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Manzanita Chalet
Meadow 1
Meadow 2
Meadow 4a & 4b
Meadow 5
Meadow 6
Meadow 7
Meadow 8
Meadow 9
Mellor Studio
29. Millsap Studio
27. Native Arts Studio
6b. Nelson Dining Hall
69. North Classroom
55. Oak Chalet
24. Parks Exhibition Center
50. Photography Lab
9. Physics/Mathematics Lab
52. Pierson Hall
62. Pine Chalet
61b. Ponderosa Classroom
57.Pool
49. Rush Hall
28. Ryan Sound Stage
44. Sage Classroom
10. Schoustra Science Lab
60.Sequoia
(Advancement, Alumni,
Development)
2. Sherman Costume Shop
68. South Classroom
33. Summer Program Offices
41. Spruce A & B
31. Steere Studio
13. Stephens Recital Hall
37. Studio A
19. Studio D
34. Todd Center/Bookstore
65. Troy Music Classrooms
66. Troy Restrooms
58. Wayne Hall
61. Wayne Music Rooms
67b. Wilson Classroom
42. Zimmerman Log Lodge
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QUESTIONS?
STUDENT INFORMATION
(951) 659-2171 x 2365
fax (951) 659-4552
Please type or print in ink all information. One form per student. (Photocopy additional forms if needed)
Last ________________________________________________________ First ______________________________________
Student Name
SUMMER OFFICE USE
Mailing Address
Street and Number______________________________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________________________________ State __________________ Zip _________________ Rec’d__________________
Student E-mail Address ___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone
Day
(
)__________________________________________________________
Evening
(
Cust. #_________________
)____________________________________ Packet Sent________________
Date of Birth____________________________Age___________ Sex__________Grade Level (fall ‘15)___________Ethnicity (optional)______________________ Sch. App. Sent______________
School Attended in 2014–15___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mat’ls List Sent______________
For Musicians, list your instrument______________________________________voice____________________________________________________________ Mat’ls List Sent______________
BILLING INFORMATION
Parents’ or Guardian’s Name(s)
Last____________________________________________________________ First__________________________________________________
Mailing Address
Street & Number_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City_______________________________________________________________ State__________________ Zip______________________________
Parent or Guardian E-mail Address _______________________________________________________________________
Phone
Day
(
)__________________________________Evening (
)_______________________________ Soc. Sec. #___________________________________________________
CLASSES DESIRED $500 Deposit required for each class
Youth, Jr. Artists’ and Children’s Center
Course Title___________________________________________Course Code____________________ Dates_____________________
Resident
Day
Cost__________________
Resident
Day
Cost__________________
Resident
Day
Cost__________________
Sub-Total:_______________
TRANSPORTATION (See page 46 for information)
A form will be sent to confirm your reservation. Transportation is available from Ontario International Airport and Palm Springs Airport ($150 each way).
Transportation Needed:
One way
Both ways
Amount:_______________
Non-refundable Application Fee: $25
Please do not apply any discounts to the total. Discounts will be reflected in your bill.TOTAL:_______________
I have enclosed the non-refundable $25 application fee & the non-refundable $500 deposit for each course ($25 penalty for returned checks/refused credit charges)
METHOD OF PAYMENT
I have enclosed a check. Check #___________________________ VISA
MasterCard
Am. Ex.
Discover
Please charge my credit card. Amount to be charged $_________________________
Card #____________________________________________ Expiration Date______________
Name as it appears on card___________________________________________________Signature______________________________________________________
PLEASE COMPLETE THE BACK OF THIS FORM AND MAIL WITH YOUR DEPOSIT TO:
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PLEASE COMPLETE THE REMAINDER OF THE FORM IN ORDER FOR YOUR REGISTRATION TO BE PROCESSED
Student Name
Last ________________________________________________________ First ______________________________________
In signing this application, I acknowledge that I have read the policies of Idyllwild Arts as noted in the catalog including the sections relating to payment of fees and refunds, and agree to abide by them.
Youth, Junior Artist’s and Children’s Center students who fail to abide by established policies may be expelled from Idyllwild Arts with no refund of fees paid. I understand that I am solely responsible for
all medical expenses incurred by me while enrolled in the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program. Consent is hereby given for the applicant, while a student at Idyllwild Arts, to participate in radio and television
programs without compensation and for photographs taken at Idyllwild Arts to be used in campus-approved publicity.
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Signature of Student
Signature of Parent/Guardian if student under 18 years of age
Date
TO THE STUDENT Idyllwild Arts reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of a class, or to require any participant to withdraw from a class at any time
when such action is determined by the appropriate Idyllwild Arts staff representative to be in the best interests of the health, safety and general welfare of the campus population or of the individual participant.
Please list the names and addresses of friends you have who would like to receive a Summer Program Catalog.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I would like to receive information about the Idyllwild Arts Academy. (See page 52 of this catalog for a brief description of the Academy.)
SCHOLARSHIP
I am applying for a scholarship. Please send me a Scholarship Application.
DISCOUNT PROGRAMS
Please complete the following to be assured the correct discount is credited to you. (See page 47 for information.)
Early Payment of Fees: (Fees must be received in full in order for discount to apply)
Family Discount: Other Family Members Attending
March 15–10% discount
April 15–5% discount
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Name
Program Dates
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Name
Program Dates
Teacher Discount: Teacher Name_______________________________________________________________________________________
List other Students Attending
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Name
Program Dates
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Name
Program Dates
Bring a Friend:
a) Name(s) of student(s) I have referred to the Summer Program. Please be sure that any students you have referred to Idyllwild Arts list you in part (b) of their application.
Credit cannot be applied to your account until Idyllwild Arts has received your friend’s application with you listed in part (b).
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Name
Program Dates
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Name
Program Dates
b) Name of student who referred me to the Summer Program—one name only. Must be completed to insure credit to referring student.
____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ________________________________
Name
Program Dates
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2015 TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM
(Required of all scholarship applicants)
Check one or more
QUESTIONS?
(951) 659-2171 x 2365
fax (951) 659-4552
I am applying for a scholarship.
I am applying for admission to the Symphony Orchestra or Chamberfest.
I am applying for the Song and Dance Workshop.
I am applying for the Songwriting Workshop.
I am applying for the Summer Theatre Festival or Theatre Intensive.
TO THE STUDENT At least one recommendation form must be submitted from a teacher in the program area for which you are applying. Complete the following information before sending the
form to the teacher who will write your recommendation. Emphasize that the recommendation must be mailed to Idyllwild Arts as soon as possible. For orchestra applicants, the recommendation should be
completed by your private instructor or the conductor of an orchestra of which you are a regular member.
Student Name
Last ________________________________________________________ First _________________________________ Phone __________________________
Mailing Address
Street and Number_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________________________________ State ________________________ Zip _______________________
Name of Idyllwild Arts program(s) applying for
______________________________________________________________________
Dates__________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
Dates__________________________________________
For Summer Theatre Festival, Theatre Intensive and Song & Dance students only
Please list the name, role and year of any play(s) in which you have appeared._____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please describe any musical or dramatic training you have had, e.g. private lessons, choir, etc.________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please describe any dance training you have had.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please list your height_____________________________ Please attach a recent black and white headshot of yourself to this form.
TO THE TEACHER This student’s application will not be processed unless ALL required forms, including this recommendation form, are on file. It would be to the student’s benefit to complete and
return this form promptly. Without the teacher recommendation form, the student’s application will not be considered.
Teacher Name
Last ________________________________________________________ First _________________________________ Phone __________________________
Mailing Address
Street and Number_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________________________________ State ________________________ Zip _______________________
Institutional Affiliation (if applicable)___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
We ask that you respond candidly to all questions.
How many years have you known this student?_________________ In what capacity?___________________________________________________________________________________________
How many years of instruction with this student?___________________________________________________________
Why do you feel this student is worthy of consideration?_____________________________________________________
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Interest in chosen area
Ability in chosen area
Character
Cooperation
Leadership
Emotional maturity
Personal initiative
BELOWAVERAGE ABOVE SUPERIOR
Teacher’s Signature__________________________________________________________________________________________________Date__________________________________________
PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL TO:
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Idyllwild Arts Academy Class of 2014 College, University,
Art School, and Conservatory Acceptances
Academy of Art University
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
American University
American University Paris
American University Rome
Arizona State University
Art Center College of Design
Art Institute of Boston
Art Institute of California
Arts Institute at Bournemouth
Bard College
Belmont University
Bennington College
Bentley University
Berklee College of Music
Boston Conservatory
Boston University
Brooks Institute of Photography
California College of the Arts
California Institute of the Arts
California State University, Channel Islands
California State University, Fullerton
California State University, Long Beach
California State University, Los Angeles
Carnegie Mellon University
Case Western Reserve University
Clark University
Cleveland Institute of Music
Columbia College Chicago
Cooper Union
Cornish College of the Arts
Eastman School of Music
Emerson College
Eugene Lang College
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
Florida International University
Fordham University
Goucher College
Guilford College
Hampshire College
Hartt School
Hendrix College
Hofstra University
Iowa State University
Ithaca College
James Madison University
John Cabot University
The Juilliard School
Lewis & Clark College
Los Angeles Southwest College
Manhattan School of Music
Maryland Institute College of Art
Marymount Manhattan College
McGill University
Miami Dade College, InterAmerican Campus
Millikin University
Mira Costa College
Monclair State University
Montgomery College, Rockville
New England Conservatory
The New School for Drama
New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
Norwich University College of the Arts
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Occidental College
Oregon State University
Otis College of Art and Design
Pace University, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Pacific University
Parsons the New School for Design
Peabody Institute of Music
Plymouth State University
Point Park University
Pratt Institute
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rhodes College
Rhode Island School of Design
Richmond, The American International
College in London
Roosevelt University
Rutgers New Brunswick, Mason Gross
School of the Arts
Saint Leo University
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
San Francisco State University
Santa Fe University of Art and Design
Sarah Lawrence College
Savannah College of Art and Design
School of the Art Institute Chicago
School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
School of Visual Arts
Sierra Nevada College
Skidmore College
Southern California Institute of Architecture
Southern Methodist University
Southern Oregon University
State University of New York, Fredonia
Syracuse University
The Theatre School
Tulane University
University College Falmouth
University of the Arts
University of British Columbia
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis
University of California, San Diego
University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Cruz
University of Cincinnati College
Conservatory of Music
University of Colorado, Boulder
University of Hartford
University of Maryland, College Park
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
University of Miami
University of Michigan
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
University of Oregon
University of the Pacific
University of Puget Sound
University of San Francisco
University of St. Andrews, Scotland
Washington State University, Vancouver
Webster University
Wheaton College
Woodbury University
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